"C" How Many You Can Get Trivia Quiz

Answer: Cyprus

Cape Verde, a group of islands off western Africa, has an estimated 2004 population of 415,294. Average life expectancy is 70.14 years, and 76.6% of the population over age 15 are literate. Its capital is Praia. Its economy is largely service based, with tourism and commerce producing the lions' share of its gross domestic product. Most food must be imported, although the country does produce bananas, corn, beans, sweet potatoes, sugarcane, coffee and peanuts. Lack of fresh water is a large problem, in that the country is prone to drought.

The Cayman Islands, with an estimated 2004 population of 43,103, are a British dependency under Jamaican administration. Despite having no natural fresh water sources (rainwater is instead collected) and being in an area prone to hurricanes, this country enjoys a thriving economy and one of the highest standards of living in the world. It is a financial hub, attractive due to its lack of direct taxation. Its median life expectancy is 79.81 years and 98% of those over age 15 are literate.

Comoros, a group of islands off Mozambique and Madagascar, has a total area of 2170 square kilometres, and a 2004 population of 651,901 (estimated). Life expectancy is 61.57 year on average. The three islands, Grande Comore, Anjouan and Moheli, gained independence from France in 1975. It is almost entirely agricultural, producing vanilla, cloves, perfume essences, copra, coconuts, bananas and cassava. One of the poorest countries in the world, this Muslim nation has an exceptionally high rate of infant mortality, high unemployment and inadequate education. Only 56.5% of those over age 15 are literate.

Following some, er, unpleasantness in 1963 and a coup by the Turks in 1974, Cyprus was divided between Turkey and Greece. Only the Greek Cypriot government in internationally recognised; the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is only recognised by Turkey. The capital, Nicosia, sits near the border separating the north from the south. Mount Olympus, home of the gods, is in southern Cyprus. The economy is largely based on service industries and, especially, tourism: it is a beautiful country with a tropical climate, situated in the Mediterranean Sea to the south of Turkey.

all facts from www.cia.gov - and are valid for the year(s) given.

Answer: Canada Dream

A Candy Corn is 1 part each Licor 43, Orange Curacao and cream, layered in that order to resemble the famous halloween candy.

A Capital Punishment also uses Amaretto (1/2 oz) with an equal amount of bourbon - it's a shooter...

The Carolina is 2oz each champagne and Strega (an Italian liqueur).

Answer: Mary Cassatt

Caron was born c 1520, probably in France, and died somewhere around the year 1600. An artist in the French Mannerist style, he became court painter to the wife of Henry II of France, Catherine de Medicis. Only one of his paintings was signed and dated; some paintings attributed to him may have been done by others.

Mary Cassatt was born in May, 1844 in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania. She died in France in 1926. According to ibiblio.org, "she studied art at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia, and then travelled extensively in Europe, finally settling in Paris in 1874. In that year she had a work accepted at the Salon and in 1877 made the acquaintance of Degas, with whom she was to be on close terms throughout his life. His art and ideas had a considerable influence on her own work; he introduced her to the Impressionists and she participated in the exhibitions of 1879, 1880, 1881 and 1886, refusing to do so in 1882 when Degas did not." Her financial support helped Impressionist artists in the United States.

Paul Cezanne was born in Aix-en-Provence in 1839 and died there in 1906. Often called the "father of modern painting", he studied law but chose instead to pursue his artistic muse. A Postimpressionist, his works are thought to have brought about the development of Cubism.

Theodore Chasseriau was a French painter, born in 1819. He died in 1856. According to ibiblio.org, "He was the most gifted pupil of Ingres... but in the 1840s he conceived an admiration for Delacroix and attempted, with considerable success, to combine Ingres's Classical linear grace with Delacroix's Romantic color. His chief work was the decoration of the Cour des Comptes in the Palais d'Orsay, Paris, with allegorical scenes of Peace and War (1844-48), but these were almost completely destroyed by fire. There are other examples of his decorative work, however, in various churches in Paris."

Answer: "C is for Corpse"

Her protagonist, Kinsey Millhone, was hired to prevent a murder. However, the murderer killed his victim anyway, so it is up to Kinsey to find him.

If you haven't read Grafton's books, I can highly recommend them. And they don't have to be read in order; I was introduced to them when I was given the "P" book (and no, I won't tell, it will be in my "P" quiz...)

Answer: Emmanuel Alexis Chabrier

Chabrier, composer of "Espana" as well as "Suite Pastorale (I Idylle, II Danse villageoise, III Sous-bois, IV Scherzo-valse"), "Joyeuse Marche", "Danse slave (Le Roi maigré lui)" and "Fete polonaise (Le Roi maigré lui)", was born in 1841 in Ambert, France. Until 1880 he worked for the French government. He died in 1894 in Paris. Poulenc said of him, "Even today I tremble with emotion in thinking of the miracle that was produced: a harmonic universe suddenly opened in front of me, and my music has never forgotten this first loving kiss." If you haven't listened to his work, run, don't walk, for the first CD with "Espana" on it; close your eyes and you will be magically transported to sunny Spain...

Chaminade was born in Paris in 1857 and died in Monaco in 1944. She was a child prodigy, writing sacred music at the age of eight. At the age of 18, she made her concert debut and toured widely. She was a recipient of the French Legion of Honour. Her works are not well known, but are receiving more interest with the focus more and more on women composers, she may again become well-known.

Chapentier was a Parisian, born in the mid-1600s. He studied in Italy, then returned to France and wrote five operas and a host of other secular and religious works. He also worked with Moliere, after Moliere had a falling-out with Jean-Baptiste Lully. He died in 1704 in Paris.

Corrette was born in Rouen, France, in 1707 and died in Paris in 1795.
He is known as a composer and author of method books; he was the organist at the Jesuit College in Paris around 1738. Very little is known about his life, but the works he left have been invaluable for determining performance styles of the period.

Answer: Granary owner/keeper

A carner kept the town's grain in safekeeping. A famous site in Slovakia, Trencin, has a medieval garner: "ST. MICHAEL'S CARNER:
This valuable Gothic carner is of the 15th century and has 2 stories. In the basement is situated the warehouse of boneses and is closed the public. In the 16th century a second floor was built the chapel. The construction was more late restored and was used as an arsenal, and finally as a granary." (sic) (www.slovakiatravels.com)

A chapeler was the one who made and sold hats. The name came from the French word for hat, chapeau. A chinglor tiled roofs with wooden shingles. The journalist was a couranteer. (info from www.amlwchdata.co.uk)

Answer: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Think "Benjy" when you think of a Cairn - it resembles a dustrag on legs. The Cairn has a double coat - a harsh overcoat over a soft furry undercoat. It originates from the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands, where it earned its keep by killing vermin in the cairns (rock piles) found on the crofts (Scottish smallholdings).

The Cavalier differs from the King Charles in that the Cav's nose is not pushed in like a pug's. This breed goes back to at least the early 1600s, when it was bred primarily as a pet for royalty. One noteworthy trait is that the Cav will chase anything - without any regard for its own safety. They make excellent show, obedience and therapy dogs.

The Clumber is slightly larger than the Cavalier King Charles. He is primarily a hunting dog. Unlike the Cav, the Clumber is white, with a dense, straight coat. He may have some lemon or orange markings. This coat helps protect him in the underbrush while retrieving the game, and allows the hunter to see him.

The Corgi is very low to the ground, with a deep chest which makes it look like it could never stay upright. The corgi has a double coat, which comes in many colour variations. For those who picture the corgis of Queen Elizabeth II of Britain, this is not the same corgi: the Cardigan has a tail. This breed has been in existence for at least 3,000 years.

Answer: Cepheus

Centaurus, 'the centaur', is representative of Chiron, one of the Centaurs in Greek Mythology. (A Centaur had the head and shoulders of a human on the body of a horse). Chiron, unlike others of his kind, was wise and was the tutor of Hercules and Jason. In Greek mythology, Hercules accidentally wounded Chiron, who pleaded with the gods to end his suffering. "Zeus mercifully let him die and gave him a place among the stars." Its alpha star is Rigel Kentaurus, the third-brightest star in the sky (it does not state if this is hemisphere-specific, so one presumes that it covers the entire astral globe). Rigel is bright because it is our nearest star after the Sun, at 4.3 light years distant.

Alderamin, which translates to 'right arm', is a spectral class type A7V star. The constellation Cephus is visible between latitudes 90 and -10 degrees, and best seen in October at 9 pm.

Columba, 'the dove', is visible between latitudes 45 and -90 degrees and best seen in February at 9 pm. Its alpha star is Phaet, a spectral type B7IVe.

Corvus is 'the crow'. It is visible between latitudes 60 and -90 degrees and best seen in May (yes, at 9pm...). Alchiba is its alpha star, a spectral type F2III-IV.

All information is from www.astro.wisc.edu, a really excellent site for information on stars, constellations and galaxies. Thank you, University of Wisconsin!

Answer: Coriander

Coriander comes from Morocco and Romania. It is used heavily in curries. In the Old Testament "manna" is described as "white like Coriander Seed." (Exodus 16:31) The Romans spread it throughout Europe and it was one of the first spices to arrive in America. It comes from the seed of the same plant as cilantro, which is the leaf of the plant. Cilantro is often found in Mexican, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. I particularly like to crush a few leaves, just for the spicy aroma.

Chervil is a member of the parsley family. A native of southern Russia, it has been used as a seasoning for thousands of years. In recent years it has become more popular in the USA. It has a slightly anise flavour, and is an ingredient of the French blend, fines herbes.

Cinnamon is dried bark, particularly from the cassia tree. The original cinnamon came from Sri Lanka, but is now also derived from the cassia tree, found in eastern Asia and Central America. Possibly Cinnamon is used in dishes throughout the world; in baked goods, desserts, chicken and lamb dishes from the Middle East, with fruit and in cereal dishes.

Information from www.culinarycafe.com.

Answer: Cape daisy

The Cape Daisy is a half-hardy annual, likes the sun and a warm climate. It reaches 24 inches in height.

The Candytuft, Iberis umbellata, comes in red, pink, lavender, mauve or white. It blooms in spring, and reaches 9-12 inches. It likes sun to partial shade.

The Cardoon, Cynara cardunculus, looks like a cross between a thistle and a barbed wire fence. This summer-blooming plant with purple flower likes the sun and rich, well-drained but moist soil. It's not shy, either - it grows 4-6 feet tall. It's root and leafstalk are edible (but looking at it, I'd have to be AWFULLY hungry!)

The Klondike Cosmos, Cosmos sulphureus, is a much prettier plant. It comes in gold, yellow, orange and scarlet. It likes dry, poor soil (guess it would love my garden!) and grows 18-36 inches tall.