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The Replacements
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The Replacements were a rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota who began as shambolic punks and evolved into a more tuneful sound. Fans nicknamed them the Placemats or the Mats. Try your hand at these questions about the group.
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neon000
Jan 11 07
138 plays
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Music of the Red House Painters
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The Red House Painters were an alternative group with folk and rock influences. They were known for singer/songwriter Mark Kozelek’s introspective and often melancholy lyrics. Can you guess the answers to these questions about the band?
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10 Q
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neon000
Dec 22 06
75 plays
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Sonic Youth
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Sonic Youth got their start in New York and went on to enjoy a devoted following and strong influence in alternative music. See how much you know about the group.
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neon000
Mar 11 07
225 plays
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Magnetic Fields Lyrics
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The Magnetic Fields are a prolific alternative group. The lyrics have earned songwriter Stephin Merritt comparisons to pop wordsmiths Cole Porter and Morrissey. Try your hand at these questions from the band's songs.
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10 Q
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neon000
Dec 15 06
96 plays
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Animé of the 1970s-2000s
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Japanese animation has millions of fans around the world. Here is a quiz about some of the series and films produced from the 1970s to the 2000s.
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Anime
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Mar 05 07
264 plays
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Metro North Trains
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The Metro North train lines help commuters get around in New York and Connecticut. Try this quiz about the popular transit system.
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New York Subway
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 15 07
138 plays
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Husker Du
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In the 1980s, a hardcore band from Minnesota impressed the national scene with their powerful guitar-driven sound and lyrics about the emotional turmoil of life. Enjoy this quiz about the influential Husker Du.
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 09 07
102 plays
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Pete Yorn
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Pete Yorn is a musician from New Jersey. See how much you know about this rock artist.
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Yorn, Peter
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Mar 25 07
99 plays
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"King of Cars"
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"King of Cars" is an A&E show that profiles the crazy adventures of Josh Towbin and the sales staff at his Las Vegas car dealership, Towbin Dodge. Try this quiz about the show.
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K
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Mar 12 07
138 plays
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Style Wars
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To the wider public, graffiti was a crime; to its practitioners, it was an art. The film "Style Wars" explored the scene. (Please note: since the graffiti writers go by nicknames in the film, I use the same here.) Try a quiz on this acclaimed movie.
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Sr - Sz Movies
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
May 11 07
111 plays
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Villains on the Ghost Planet
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In Space Ghost's battle for goodness and justice, he faced some daunting opponents. Try this quiz on his archrivals. The setting is the Cartoon Network remake of the 1990s. Thank you.
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Space Ghost
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Apr 30 07
96 plays
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Nunzio's Second Cousin
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"Nunzio's Second Cousin" was a provocative 1994 film starring Vincent D'Onofrio. Try this quiz about it.
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N
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
May 08 07
66 plays
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Bob Lassiter
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Radio host Bob Lassiter was a distinctive presence on the airwaves for two decades. Here's a quiz about him.
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US Radio DJs
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
May 23 07
96 plays
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Ghost of Games Past: More Sega Dreamcast Titles
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The Sega Dreamcast provided an impressive list of games in its short life. Enjoy this quiz on titles for the company's last console system.
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Sega Dreamcast Mixture
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
May 29 07
156 plays
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The 'Deryni' Novels of Katherine Kurtz
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Katherine Kurtz is the author of a number of novels and short stories. Among the most popular of these are the 'Deryni' series, set in a fictionalized medieval culture, and rich in adventure. Enjoy this quiz on the saga. (Note: contains spoilers!)
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Kurtz , Katherine
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 01 07
114 plays
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Dan Flavin
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This American artist created light installations that at first appeared simplistic, but ultimately 'drew in' the viewer so that the audience became part of the creation. Here's a quiz on his life and work. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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z. Artists A-M
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 04 07
138 plays
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PS1 Contemporary Art Center
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This museum is one of the foremost showcases for contemporary art in the United States. Here is a quiz on this unique facility. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Museums & Art Galleries
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 05 07
144 plays
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'D2' for the Sega Dreamcast
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This horror-adventure title was one of the first games announced for the Sega Dreamcast. Try this quiz on the eerie but exciting game.
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Video Games D-F
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 18 07
75 plays
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"Crime Cities" for PC
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Ever dreamed about serving on the police force? Or exploring space? Players of the title "Crime Cities" for PC got to do both. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the game. Thanks.
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Video Games A-C
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 20 07
114 plays
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Mike Malloy
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This bold and witty radio host has provided fearless political commentary on the airwaves for over twenty years. Here is a quiz on his life and career. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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US Radio DJs
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 20 07
102 plays
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"God or the Girl," for A&E
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The American cable network A&E followed four young men who were contemplating vocations for the Catholic priesthood. "God or the Girl" was a fascinating miniseries. Here is a quiz on the show. Thank you.
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10 Q
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neon000
Jul 21 07
87 plays
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Isshinryu Karate
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This style of karate originated in the 1950s. Here is a quiz about it. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Karate
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 23 07
126 plays
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Parsec
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One of the earliest "space shooter" titles for the home computer, "Parsec" introduced players to the thrill of defending your ship from swarms of attackers. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the classic. Thanks.
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Video Games L-P
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jul 30 07
69 plays
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Zaxxon
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This arcade title appeared in the early 1980s and quickly became one of the most popular and challenging of its time. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the game. Thank you.
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Video Games T-Z
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 05 07
120 plays
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Moonwalker
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This title was based on the music and videos of Michael Jackson. It featured Jackson himself battling the forces of evil to save innocent people. All questions are based on the arcade version of the game. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Video Games L-P
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 04 07
99 plays
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"How to DJ Right," F. Broughton & B. Brewster
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This witty book by Frank Broughton and Bill Brewster was released in the U.S. in 2003. (Elsewhere, it was called "How to DJ Properly.") The book is all about how to work as a disc jockey. Hope you enjoy this quiz on it. Thanks!
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Non-Fiction
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 07 07
144 plays
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"MST3K": "Being From Another Planet"
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This tepid monster movie produced in the early 1980s earned a great deal of scorn from Joel and the robots. See if you know the details of this "MST3K" episode. Thanks.
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MST3K
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 09 07
126 plays
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"Moonlighting" -- "Blonde on Blonde"
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This episode originally aired during the third season of the show. It brought to a crisis the relationship between the two detectives at Blue Moon. (Warning: spoilers.) Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thank you.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 18 07
147 plays
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"Moonlighting"--"Sam and Dave"
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This third-season episode continued the saga of the star-crossed Blue Moon love triangle. (Warning: spoilers.) Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 20 07
123 plays
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Hell Cab
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This game was released in 1994. These questions are based on the version for the Apple Macintosh. Hope you enjoy, thanks.
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Video Games G-K
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 19 07
120 plays
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"Driving Force" on A&E
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"Driving Force" debuted on U.S. television in 2006. It follows the real-life adventures of the Force family of drag racing fame. (All questions are based on the first season.) Hope you enjoy this quiz. Thanks.
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neon000
Aug 31 07
108 plays
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Isamu Noguchi
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This Japanese-American artist is remembered for his works in sculpture, as well as set designs for theater and landscapes. Here is a quiz on his life and career. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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z. Artists N-Z
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Sep 08 07
123 plays
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'Power Pete'
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This game was created for the Apple Mac system in 1995. It featured a gallant hero in a madcap cartoon world. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the game. Thanks.
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Video Games L-P
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 21 07
93 plays
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"Moonlighting" -- "Maddie's Turn to Cry"
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This episode saw the Blue Moon detectives try to close the McLafferty/Johnson case, while dealing with some unexpected news on the personal front. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thank you.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Aug 24 07
147 plays
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"Moonlighting": "I Am Curious... Maddie"
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This episode first aired in the U.S. on March 31, 1987, and was the object of obsessive national anticipation. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the classic. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
15 Q
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neon000
Aug 26 07
159 plays
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Ushpizin
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This 2004 Israeli movie told the story of a couple who invite visitors to their home, only to see them turn everything upside down. (Note: spoilers.) Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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U
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Sep 03 07
84 plays
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"Jet Set Radio Future" for X Box
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This 2002 X Box title returned players to the world of "Jet Grind Radio", with new characters and a quirky world to explore. Here's a look at the game. Thanks and have fun.
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Video Games G-K
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Sep 12 07
156 plays
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MTV's "True Life: I'm In a Summer Share"
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This episode dealt with a young man who planned to spend the summer with some friends at the shore. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the show. Thanks.
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neon000
Oct 01 07
144 plays
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"Kengo: Legend of the 9" for X Box 360
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This game is set in feudal Japan. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thank you.
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Video Games G-K
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 09 07
51 plays
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"Table Tennis" for Xbox 360
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This Xbox 360 title captures the game of ping pong in a fun and clever setting. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Video Games T-Z
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 16 07
96 plays
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The World of Two Moons
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"Elfquest" was created by Wendy and Richard Pini and enjoys a loyal fan base. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the fantasy art series. Thanks.
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Elfquest
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 28 07
108 plays
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BattleBots
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This series hosted combat tournaments between homemade robots, with their human builders at the controls. Hope you enjoy this quiz on the show. Thanks.
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BattleBots
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 21 07
123 plays
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"Cabela's Alaskan Adventures" for Xbox 360
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This exciting game pitted the player against the great outdoors. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Cabela Games
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 24 07
117 plays
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"Mystery Science Theater 3000" - "Alien from L.A."
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This bad movie starred Kathy Ireland and not much of a script. The robots and their human buddy, Mike, did their best to survive the trauma. Hope you enjoy this quiz. Thanks.
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MST3K
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 24 07
159 plays
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'Moonlighting' - "It's a Wonderful Job"
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Deck the halls with boughs of-- well, something. One of the detectives at Blue Moon misses out on seasonal cheer, in this third-season episode. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 26 07
126 plays
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The World of Brak
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One of the oddest and funniest of the characters on the Ghost Planet is Brak. Meet the "Space Ghost: Coast to Coast" denizen in this quiz. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Space Ghost
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 27 07
123 plays
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The Neuberger Museum of Art
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This museum is a showcase of contemporary art and culture. Here is a quiz on the facility and some of the works it has featured over the years. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Museums & Art Galleries
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Nov 27 07
102 plays
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"Moonlighting" - "Yours, Very Deadly"
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In this episode, the Blue Moon detectives learn the dangers of keeping secrets. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Nov 11 07
141 plays
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"Moonlighting": "Symphony in Knocked Flat"
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This episode in the third season brought us deadly international intrigue. Here's a quiz on the show. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Tough
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 20 08
102 plays
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"Prey" for the Xbox 360
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This unusual and exciting game pitted a determined man against an alien invasion. (Warning: spoilers.) Hope you enjoy this quiz. Thank you.
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Prey
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 18 08
123 plays
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"Hydra" for the Atari Lynx
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This classic of the early 1990s made its debut in the arcade and moved to the short-lived Lynx handheld system. It was an exciting game with a great variety of challenges. Hope you enjoy this quiz. Thanks.
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Video Games G-K
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 26 08
90 plays
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Tekkonkinkreet
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This whimsical 2006 animated film was a favorite with critics and audiences. (Contains possible spoilers.) Try this quiz on the movie. Thanks, hope you enjoy.
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Ta - Tf Movies
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Mar 25 08
81 plays
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"The Shivah" for PC
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This game for the PC offered a unique setting and a beguiling plot. Here's a quiz about it. (Warning: spoilers.) Thanks, hope you enjoy.
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Video Games Q-S
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
May 26 08
72 plays
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ML: "Brother, Can You Spare a Blonde?"
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The second season premiere introduced David Addison's brother, Richard. He had some interesting problems--and some unwelcome visitors...Enjoy, thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Apr 29 08
105 plays
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"ML": "'Twas the Episode Before Christmas"
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This episode in the second season featured a baby, some creepy criminals and the Yuletide celebrations at Blue Moon. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thanks.
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Moonlighting
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
May 09 08
99 plays
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The Dead Milkmen
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This Philadelphia-based alternative rock group were known for their bizarre sense of humor and garnered a loyal fan base in the 1980s and 1990s. Here is a quiz on the band. Thanks, hope you enjoy.
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Dead Milkmen
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Very Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 21 08
159 plays
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"Rocket Bowl" for the Xbox 360
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This fun title was released for the Xbox 360 Live Arcade in 2008. Hope you enjoy the quiz. Thank you.
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Video Games Q-S
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Oct 29 08
81 plays
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"The Blood Spilt" by Asa Larsson
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This mystery novel was released in 2007. It is a somber tale of murder and deception. Here is a quiz on the book. (Warning: possible spoilers.) Thanks.
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L
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neon000
Jun 02 09
48 plays
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"The First 48"
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This reality show premiered on A&E in the United States, in 2004. It follows homicide detectives as they solve cases. This quiz deals with episodes from 2004-2008. Thank you.
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F
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Difficult
10 Q
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neon000
Jan 13 09
96 plays
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Minor League Hockey
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In North America, the top ice hockey league is the NHL, but there are also a number of other regional professional circuits. Enjoy this quiz about minor league hockey.
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Other Leagues
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Average
10 Q
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neon000
Feb 18 07
255 plays
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