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Alan Alda

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100

Released in 1976, “You’re My Best Friend” featured vocals by Freddie Mercury. Which band brought this song to life?

a. Supertramp

b. The Sweet

c. Queen

The song was written by bassist John Deacon as a heartfelt tribute to his wife.

100

The Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989 was a major environmental disaster for this state

a. Washington

b. Alaska

c. Oregon

b. Alaska

The area of Prince William Sound affected by the spill is still being restored and researched today

100

This is the name of Alda’s M*A*S*H character

a. Captain Maxwell Klinger

b. Captain Benjamin Franklin

c. Captain Charles Winchester

b. Captain Benjamin Franklin

" Hawkey Pierce" In an interview with the Television Academy Foundation, Alda described the character as a “smart aleck.”

100

In 1991, Virgin Atlantic made history by becoming the first airline to put this entertainment device on the back of seats.

a. Personal cassette players

b. Built-in headphone jacks

c. TV screens

Many modern aircraft have touch screens on each seat back for entertainment like movies, TV, and even games.

100

This is the decade most closely associated with disco and Bohemian makeup trends.

a. 1960s

b.1970s

c. 1980s

b. 1970s

The decade saw two very different looks—one natural, the other glitzy.

200

One-hit wonder Wild Cherry had a hit with their tune requesting “Play That _____ Music."

a. Cool

b. Funky

c. Groovy

b. Funky

Although they were primarily a hard rock band, the group found a funkier sound with this tune, and it was a big hit.

200

In 1975, this major “Big Apple” city in an eastern U.S. state was saved from bankruptcy by President Ford.

a. Boston

b. Baltimore

c. New York

c. New York City

After urging from Governor Carey and others, Ford signed legislation to give the city federal loans.

200

This is where Alda got his stage surname.

a. From his father

b. From a school nickname

c. From a character he once played

a. From his father

Alan Alda was born Alphonso Joseph D’Abruzzo, and his father was actor Robert Alda.

200

In 1970, this aircraft maker introduced its iconic 747, a wide jet airplane with increased cabin space.

a. Airbus

b. Boeing

c. Piper Aircraft

b. Boeing

The first 747 went on its maiden voyage after a champagne toast by First Lady Patricia Nixon.

200

The modern version of this hair-coiling device was patented in 1980

a. Curling Iron

b. Round hairbrush

c. Hair diffuser

a. curling iron

The designer was Theora Stephens, who created an efficient wand similar to those used today

300

Wings, a group including this former Beatle, had a 1976 hit with their “Silly Love Songs.

a. John Lennon

b. Ringo Starr

c. Paul McCartney

This song hit No. 1 in the United States that year and peaked at No. 2 in the UK.

300

In February 1973, Indigenous activists occupied a trading post and church at Wounded Knee in this state.

a. South Dakota

b. Montana

c. Nebraska

a. South Dakota

Now often associated with tech, this U.S. state saw the unveiling of the Apple II computer at the first-ever West Coast Computer Faire in 1977.

300

As a child, Alda contracted this viral illness that causes pain, muscle weakness, and paralysis

a. Measles

b. Mumps

c. Polio

To treat the virus, his parents chose an Australian-developed regimen using hot woolen blankets and stretching.

300

Beginning in 1988, airlines began to ban this habit during short domestic flights, to keep the air inside the plane clear and clean.

a. Bringing outside food

b. Smoking

c. Using strong perfume

Smoking

Until then, many planes had smoking and nonsmoking sections, but in the confined space, the smoke traveled throughout.

300

Trendsetters in the cosmetic industry were names like Elle Macpherson and Cindy Crawford, both with this profession.

a.Fashion designers

b. Supermodels

c. Makeup artist

b. Supermodel

During the ’80s, both of these women inspired beauty standards and cosmetics trends

400

In 1984, he released the upbeat rock tune “Dancing in the Dark."

a. Billy Joel

b. Bruce Springsteen

c. Bryan Adams

b. Bruce Springsteen

The tune is from his popular Born in the U.S.A. album and peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100

400

Now often associated with tech, this U.S. state saw the unveiling of the Apple II computer at the first-ever West Coast Computer Faire in 1977

a. Washington

b. Colorado

c. California

The Apple II was revolutionary because it was the first designed for average home consumers

400

It is the branch of the military in which Alda served after college.

a. Air force

b. Army

c. Marines

b. Army

He served one year at Fort Benning and six months in Korea.

400

This airline magnate opened Virgin Atlantic in 1984, to great success.

a. Richard Branson

b. Herb Kelleher

c. Tony Fernandes

a. Richard Branson

Branson’s goal was to create an accessible but luxurious flying experience.

400

The 1970s saw a trend toward these shimmery, “icy” eyeshadow shades.

a. Frosty shadows

b. Warm browns

c. Matte maroons

a. Frosted shadows

The frosty look became a trend again in the early 2000s

500

Their colorful rock tune “Back in Black” has been used in multiple commercials as well as being a radio staple.

a. Gun N' Roses

b. Led Zeppelin

c. AC/DC

With its hard-hitting sound, the song has been used to advertise cars, whiskey, and more.

500

In 1987, Senator Gary Hart from this western “Centennial” state ended a short-lived presidential campaign after an infidelity scandal

a. Colorado

b. Nevada

c. Arizona

Colorado

The sensational case is often referenced as a turning point in how the media covered political scandals.

500

Alda also appears as Dr. Gabriel Lawrence in this ’90s medical drama show about a Chicago hospital.

a. Chicago Hope

b. ER

c. St. Elsewhere

His character on the show has experience as an army doctor.

500

This airline was the first “no frills” budget airline, with its Skytrains gaining success in the ’70s

a. Icelandic Airlines

b. Laker Airways

c. Pan Am

b. Laker Airways

Founded by Freddie Laker, it offered a lower fare with few in-flight luxuries

500

Formed in 1976, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel monitored cosmetic ingredients for this

a. Product marketing trends

b. Safety

c. Packaging and labeling design

b. Safety

Several safety programs formed in the ’70s, devoted to making sure cosmetic products were safe for daily use.