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To the Pointe
Favourite Things
History of Ris
The Bride
School Days
100
This famous Russian dancer, choreographer and actor defected to Canada in 1974
Who is Mikhail Baryshnikov?
100
Fiance Robb and Winnie-the Pooh-might likely bond over a pot of this, a favourite shared indulgence.
What is honey?
100
"Cucumber" in Larisa-speak circa 1979.
What is "Beerbum"? For an extra 100 points: "Goat" in Larisa-speak.
100
This monumental feat of carpentry announced Larisa’s first arrival as a newborn at 81 Hobbs Dr.
What is a giant plywood sign reading “Welcome Home Mommy and Baby Mouse”?
100
Larisa led her varsity team to unprecedented success, in consuming tequila shots, in this Olympic sport.
What is figure skating? 100 Bonus followup: What is the name of the watering hole that Larisa's team frequented? Clue: At least one other Traill (older? younger?) was known to patronize this fine establishment.
200
This ballet tells the story of a young man’s misguided love for a mechanical doll.
What is Coppelia?
200
What delicious Easter treat is Larisa particularly partial to?
What are Peeps? 200 Point Followup: Who ate the Peeps that the Easter Bunny had left Larisa on her pillow?
200
Larisa owned at least a dozen of these popular, smelly little dolls.
What are "Strawberry Shortcakes"
200
Larisa and Robb met here.
What is the hospital? 200 Point Followup: the name of the hospital where they met.
200
When asked one yea why she hadn't posted any photos up in her locker, Larisa replied "because SO and SO hasn't told me who's popular yet". This is Larisa's high school Social Coordinator's name.
Who is Kim MacMaster? 200 Point Followup: "Kim" in Larisa-ese?
300
This co-founder of the New York City Ballet created and revised nearly forty ballets, including The Nutcracker, Don Quixote and Jewels.
Who is George Balanchine?
300
Larisa's favourite Muppet.
Who is Miss Piggy?
300
An object in motion will stay in motion! Larisa and Koula helped propel Uncle Mitch off this structure when visiting White Lake.
What is a raft?
300
What function did Larisa perform for her summer job at White Lake?
What is a Lifeguard?
300
What singer was so popular on the island during Larisa's med school days at St. George's University that to this day, she still cannot stand to hear his or her's "music"?
WHo (or "what") is "Shaggy"?
400
In 1978, Miss Piggy and Rudolph Nureyev performed a memorable pas de deux from this famous ballet.
What is Swine Lake?
400
Of all their many timeless masterpieces, this was Larisa's number one New Kids on the Block song. (yes, it's out there now)
What is "Cover Girl"? 400 Point Followup: Which of these two artists did Larisa actually like: Wilson Philipps or Tiffany?
400
Larisa’s kindergarten betting pool wagered each day on which episode of this popular cartoon series would air at lunch time
What is The Flinstones?
400
Adventurous Dr. Traill is currently studying for this license.
What is her pilot's license? 400 point followup: name two people who have already flown with Larisa (must name TWO)
400
Larisa's first and only (?) foray into pyrotechnics was a project for this high school class, allegedly.
What is grade 12 chemistry? 500 Point Followup: What pressurized substance did Larisa enjoy (and probably still does) igniting straight from the can?
500
Named for its cat-like quality, in this ballet move the dancer jumps sideways, and while in mid-air, bends both legs up, bringing the feet up as high as possible, with knees apart.
What is a pas de chat?
500
Larisa considers this her favourite condiment and she puts it on everything from toast to soup.
What is *grated* parmesan?
500
During a sleepover, Larisa and Koula snuck into the pantry and ate ALL of this, and then tried to hide the evidence.
What is "easter candy"? 500 Followup: Where did they hide the tell-tale wrappers?
500
Where did Larisa go ice-skating after the big ice storm of 1984?
What is on Simpson Avenue?
500
This top ten World Beach boasts over a mile of sand, warm blue water, and Larisa’s first year medical school dormitory. Also hair-braiding
What is Grande Anse Beach?