Author Biography: shorthumbz

1.

  Endive's Game    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

While her more famous cousin Ender was busy saving mankind, Endive Wiggin took on the lesser - but no less important - challenge of discovering tasty ingredients for a great salad. Here are excerpts from her search log ...

Very Easy, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Oct 27 14

Category: Fruit and Vegetables

Very Easy
shorthumbz
2901 plays

2.

  A Novel Approach To Novels    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"Literick:" Use of a low-level literary form to describe a (theoretically) higher-level one. Can you guess the novels described by these litericks? Thanks to logcrawler for the Author Challenge!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 12 17

Category: Literature Word Play

Average
shorthumbz
3578 plays

3.

  Antiques Roadshow    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Students of "The Canterbury Tales" unearthed a video proving that another roadshow visited the "Roadshow" when the famous television program stopped in Canterbury, circa 1381 AD. Who and what appeared on this landmark broadcast? Let's go to the tape ...

Tough, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, May 03 14

Recommended for grades: 11,12

Category: Chaucer, Geoffrey

Tough
shorthumbz
687 plays

4.

  Thanksgiving Could Be Difficult: Problem Kids    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Does fame result in the failure of parenting? Given the number of children of the famous who encounter infamy - often in the form of serious legal trouble - it may seem so. What do you know about these celebs and their troubled offspring?

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 07 17

Category: Children of Celebrities

Easier
shorthumbz
1745 plays

5.

  Snot Running Down His Nose    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Let's get gross! The bad boys (and girl) of Team Kaffeeklatsch invite you to grab a box of tissues and join us as we foray into the goop that dare not speak its name. What's your favorite bodily fluid? Thanks to zombipi for the Author Challenge.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, May 11 17

Category: Mixed Human Body Trivia

Easier
shorthumbz
2527 plays

6.

  You Graduated!    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Match the famous woman with the college or university from which she received a degree. This degree need not be her first, or only, degree; and must not be an honorary degree. Written by Team Kaffeeklatsch for the Amazing Trivia Race 3.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Feb 26 17

Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

Category: Mixed People

Easier
shorthumbz
1545 plays

7.

  When Lyrics Were Poetry    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

It's simple: match the distinctive lyrics from bygone songs to the songs they come from, which represent some of the most meaningful sentiments ever put to music. There are no bad-named ladies with anybody's money in this quiz. By Team Kaffeeklatsch

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Nov 22 17

Category: Mixed Lyrics

Easier
shorthumbz
Nov 22 17
1694 plays

8.

  All Things Red    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Show how much you know about those quintessential U.S. things/people/traditions that are "red". Compiled as part of the Amazing Trivia Race 2 for Team Kaffeeklatsch and for Adventures in Authoring; with thanks to ElusiveDream for the Author Challenge.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 16 23

Category: Mixed USA

Average
shorthumbz
Jun 16 23
3022 plays

9.

  Harmony, Order and Chaos    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

If you think science started in the times of Einstein, Newton, or Leonardo, think again! Those were some important eras, but the history of science includes other developments that were just as key in bringing harmony and order out of chaos.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Dec 17 19

Category: History of Science

Average
shorthumbz
Dec 17 19
2742 plays

10.

  Point of No Return    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Free Dictionary defines "Point of No Return" as the "point in a course of action beyond which reversal is not possible." In such historic moments, the key players realize an inevitable outcome. Can you identify them? Quiz Commission XXIX (Negativity)

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Sep 22 21

Category: Blunders, What Ifs, Intrigue

Easier
shorthumbz
Sep 22 21
1458 plays

11.

  The Wonderful, Wacky World of Coffee    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Our First Mate Starbuck is making a survey and tour of all that is wonderful and wacky in the world of coffee, the popular drink and flavoring. Submitted for the Amazing Trivia Race 3.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Feb 17 17

Category: Coffee

Easier
shorthumbz
1691 plays

12.

  Jack of All Trades    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

See if you recognize these Jacks, Jacques, Johns, and Jacquelines by their trades and occupations. Completed for Quiz Commission XXXI (Name Game).

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 19 14

Category: First Names H-J

Average
shorthumbz
3311 plays

13.

  Art, Artists, and Inspiration    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Enjoy a stroll through the virtual museum of Team Kaffeeklatsch to visit some of our favorite paintings with stories to tell. The collection was compiled for the Amazing Trivia Race 2.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 16 14

Category: Art

Average
shorthumbz
2513 plays

14.

  Ludwig van, Piano Man    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was a titan of classical music who wrote scores of different compositions for various instruments, including the human voice. This quiz focuses on some of his pieces for the piano in (roughly) chronological order.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Nov 15 21

Category: Beethoven, Ludwig van

Easier
shorthumbz
Nov 15 21
392 plays

15.

  Beyond the Little Black Dress (LBD)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

No list of wardrobe musts for the modern woman would be complete without the Little Black Dress (LBD). See how much you know about it and other fashion basics and trends through the years.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 29 21

Category: Clothes Specific

Average
shorthumbz
Jun 29 21
1488 plays

16.

  Let's All Write a Story!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

What do you know about famous periodical publications, the famous events they've covered, and some of the famous people who wrote the stories?

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Apr 13 18

Category: Newspapers & Magazines

Average
shorthumbz
Apr 13 18
2174 plays

17.

  The RCRA 8 Metals - and Then Some    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Just like the "Ten Most Wanted" criminals, there are eight metals which have been judged to be especially dangerous to us and our environment - The RCRA 8. Team Kaffeeklatsch presents a quiz to help you identify them.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jul 28 17

Recommended for grades: 10,11

Category: Metals

Easier
shorthumbz
Jul 28 17
1095 plays

18.

  They Won a Tony?? - For What Play?    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Many actors and actresses who have gained fame in other mediums have also won Tony Awards as Broadway's Best in plays. How many do you know? (Musicals to follow). From Team Kaffeeklatsch

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 16 17

Category: Tony Awards

Average
shorthumbz
1347 plays

19.

  Material Girl    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Madonna made the term "Material Girl" famous. What about other Material Girls throughout history and popular culture? Can you identify these famous ladies from a list of some of the people and things they famously "acquired"?

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Aug 20 13

Category: Famous People

Average
shorthumbz
1062 plays

20.

  Seeking Certain Seaside Settings    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

A serendipitous search sends serious students to select spots set on certain saline stretches. Sojourners: Cite the site! Smiling sessions will ensue!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 05 16

Category: Where on Earth?

Average
shorthumbz
2201 plays

21.

  Spaghetti Eastern    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

The term "Mafia" is so yesterday! Team Kaffeeklatsch challenges you to identify these Italian (and other) gangster films set in USA: call them "Spaghetti Easterns." Thanks to apathy 100 for the Author Challenge,

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jul 22 17

Category: Westerns and Gangster Films

Average
shorthumbz
Jul 22 17
1457 plays

22.

  Bible or Not    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Are these quotations from the Bible, or not? Just fill in "Bible" or "Not" in response to them. It ought to be simple ... or not. Biblical references are to the New International Version (NIV). An Adventures in Authoring quiz.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Oct 24 18

Category: Biblical Quotes

Average
shorthumbz
Oct 24 18
1487 plays

23.

  Sidekicks, Pals, and Henchmen    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

What would a great drama be without some great supporting players? Here are some characters and actors who've played reliably in support over the years.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Sep 01 13

Category: Mixture: Drama

Average
shorthumbz
2969 plays

24.

  The Turning Point    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"The Turning Point" is a 1977 film about ballet - at least on the surface. However it's also about the road not taken; the grass that is greener; the joys of motherhood; the price of career; and a woman's fulfillment. Compiled for the Amazing Trivia Race

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Oct 06 13

Category: Tr - Tz Movies

Average
shorthumbz
2081 plays

25.

  In Like a Lion, Out Like a Llama    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Mondo Animalia: Beginning with lions and ending with llamas, here are some surprising facts about animals, some familiar, some not so much! Many thanks to Kyleisalive for the Author Challenge.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 13 17

Category: Animal Fun Facts

Average
shorthumbz
2058 plays

26.

  Birdman    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"Birdman" won the Academy Award for the Best Picture of 2014, besting seven other films for the title. Team Kaffeeklatsch challenges you to test your knowledge of this surreal and creative film. Completed for the Amazing Trivia Race 3.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 05 17

Category: Be - Bi Movies

Average
shorthumbz
1330 plays

27.

  Watching the Detectives    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The opening season of "True Detective" was such a success that it seemed like a perfect fit for this title, part of Quiz Commission XXXII. What do you know about season 1 of this sensational series? All questions refer ONLY to season 1. BEWARE: Spoilers!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Dec 30 14

Category: True Detective

Average
shorthumbz
331 plays

28.

  "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn's" Extras    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

What do you remember about some of the lesser-known, but no less vivid, characters and situations in Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"? Compiled for the Amazing Trivia Race 2.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Feb 23 17

Category: Twain, Mark

Average
shorthumbz
2115 plays

29.

  Eden, Apes, and Mel Brooks    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

A quiz on man's creation, and all the ways it's seen; Shown for your delectation, upon the silver screen.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Aug 04 14

Category: Movies Grab Bag

Average
shorthumbz
624 plays

30.

  Ay, Oh, Way to Go, Columbus, O    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Team Kaffeeklatsch invites you to visit the burgeoning capital city of the Buckeye State, Columbus, Ohio, USA, where team member shorthumbz began a storied academic career! Created for the Amazing Trivia Race 3.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Mar 07 17

Category: Ohio

Average
shorthumbz
1374 plays

31.

  Philebrities    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

I looked around the historic sites of Philadelphia for celebrities, past and present, who share my strong personal connection to the area. See if you can find them, too. Each question is full of hints and clues.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Apr 23 14

Category: USA Celebs

Average
shorthumbz
536 plays

32.

  The Ups and Downs of "Down" and "Up"    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Have some fun with idioms involving the words "down" and "up": an Adventures in Authoring quiz.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Aug 08 19

Category: Idioms with a Common Word

Easier
shorthumbz
Aug 08 19
1103 plays

33.

  Click Here! Click Here!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Herewith is a repository of assorted questions looking for a home.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Sep 30 21

Category: Mixed 10 Qn Average B

Average
shorthumbz
Sep 30 21
746 plays

34.

  The Ten Pro Bowls of Mean Joe Greene    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Charles Edward ("Mean Joe") Greene was selected to ten Pro Bowls in his first eleven seasons (1969-1979) as the anchor of the legendary Steel Curtain defense of the Pittsburgh Steelers. How much do you know about him and his teammates in those games?

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Apr 14 14

Category: NFL Pro Bowl

Average
shorthumbz
231 plays

35.

  Word Erosion    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Start with a long word that fits the first definition. Then drop a letter, shuffle, and form another word fitting a new definition. Repeat until the original word has "eroded" to only one letter. Trouble? Work from a shorter word up to a longer one.

Easier, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Sep 05 14

Category: Drop a Letter 20 Questions

Easier
shorthumbz
671 plays

36.

  But What's the Point?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Take a whimsically serious tour of various geographical points, heads, capes, bluffs, and necks around the world. An Adventures in Authoring quiz, with thanks to shuehorn for the title and Author Challenge!

Tough, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jul 28 22

Category: Peninsulas and Capes

Tough
shorthumbz
Jul 28 22
388 plays

37.

  Weep No More My Gentleman    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Here's a quiz all about the males of our species! So test your knowledge of popular songs about the men in the family, many of which mention the guys in their titles. With thanks to Windswept for the Author Challenge.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Oct 29 13

Category: Relatives in Songs

Average
shorthumbz
362 plays

38.

  The Wrong Ingredient    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Help! The recipe files on my handy-dandy tablet gadget have been corrupted; and the ingredients in many of my favorite dishes have been mixed up. For each dish named, identify the ingredient that doesn't belong to help me straighten things out.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Feb 17 13

Category: Cooking Ingredient Challenges

Average
shorthumbz
801 plays

39.

  The Potato: An Owner's Manual    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The culinary and nutritional value of the potato is widely known. But what do you do if you have a variety of other problems around the house and you have only one potato? Here's an Instructional Guide (no potato wearing, carrying, or burying required):

Tough, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, May 10 14

Category: Homes & Gardens

Tough
shorthumbz
472 plays

40.

  The Girl in "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This quiz is about Lisbeth Salander, "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". It is based on the 2011 David Fincher film. BEWARE: Spoilers Ahead!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jan 27 13

Category: Ga - Gm Movies

Average
shorthumbz
364 plays

41.

  Tony Awards 2013    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

An annual save-the-date for Broadway Buffs everywhere; some refreshingly ground-breaking awards; and a very fun show!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jul 05 13

Category: Tony Awards

Average
shorthumbz
291 plays

42.

  Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships" comes from Her Interactive and is part of its very popular Nancy Drew video game series for Windows PCs. An Adventures in Authoring quiz.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Nov 24 20

Category: Nancy Drew Video Games

Average
shorthumbz
Nov 24 20
134 plays

43.

  Five Seven    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

See how many associations you can find for the number 57: in business, sports, easy math, entertainment, and languages, among other areas. Good luck, and have fun!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, May 16 23

Category: 51-100

Average
shorthumbz
May 16 23
463 plays

44.

  How much?    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Here are some word problems for you to solve by using what you know about numbers, the world around you, and simple math to answer the questions, "How much?" or "How many?". An Adventures in Authoring Quiz; and thanks to Lpez for the Author Challenge!

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Jun 09 13

Category: Numbers for Kids

Average
shorthumbz
798 plays

45.

  A Quiz of Her Own    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

"The Closer's" Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson is a great character. Here's a quiz about her and the people who are so important to her.

Average, 10 Qns, shorthumbz, Feb 25 12

Category: Closer, The

Average
shorthumbz
186 plays