Middle School Scavenger Hunt Questions 2017

Part 1: Dedicatee

1. Our dedicatee was born in Tennessee in 1836. The dedicatee’s father, Isaac Hill, was a gold miner, farmer and captain during the Rogue Valley Indian Wars. What was our dedicatee’s mother’s maiden name? (2 pts.)

2. What date did this man die? (M,D,YR) (3 pts.)

3. Our dedicatee’s marriage was the first in Jackson, Josephine, and Klamath Lake Counties. What date was our dedicatee married? (m/d/yr) (3 pts.)

4. According to the dedicatee, what did Mr. Gibbs bring into Jackson and Josephine County that was the first of its kind in Southern Oregon? (2 pts.)

5. What regal honor was bestowed on our dedicatee? (2 pts.)

6. The middle name of our dedicatee came from the Roman goddess of wisdom. Our dedicatee’s first name is a variant on the Hebrew Miriam. What was our dedicatee’s birth name? (FML) (3 pts.)

7. The farm/ranch the dedicatee lived on as an adult is now for sale. How many river bottom acres are advertised? (2 pts.)

Part II: General Knowledge-Print and Internet Based

1. 95 Leslie St. SE is located in Atlanta, Georgia. What is the side set back along a secondary street of a corner lot in the applicable zoning for this house? (3 pts.)

2. During the middle school finals of the 2017 Southern Oregon Brain Bowl, the moderator gave an incorrect answer to a question (imagine that). What is the correct answer? (Cite this using the broadcast of the finals). (4 pts.)

3. Fearing a prison break to free terrorists was imminent, the prison was put on high alert. The whirring of helicopter blades could be heard descending into the high security prison. Guards surrounded and captured the invaders. Five expatriates living in Malaysia were interrogated. What was the planned target of the intruders? (2 pts.)

4. In both cases, if she fell wrong, it could be a great loss. Draped in nylon, one made history at the age of 24, the first American to attempt what she did. She jumped into history, so others wouldn’t have to use silk. The other woman wrestled with failure after she fell short in an anticipated golden opportunity. She was also trying to become the first American woman to succeed in her endeavor. What was the name of the women, one who fell short of her goal while the other fell successfully as her goal? (F&L) (2 pts.)

5. What mouthpiece does the soloist use? (4 pts.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s68W8KDp5eM

6. Both sides claimed land and resources. The battle lines were drawn in one of the few international incidents pitting Americans against Canadians. Shouting ensued and guns were drawn. Suddenly the entire situation was defused by the actions of a mother. A few harmless shots were fired and both sides retired to New Year’s Eve celebrations. What was the name of this battle near the Maine/New Brunswick border? (3 pts.)

7. It weighed as much as a refrigerator. When it was created it was the largest of its kind. When it was stolen it was the second largest of its kind. Ropes and a wheelbarrow were used to hoist it and move it. It was not small change. Security should have been better; it was displayed in a museum on an island. Spree of epic proportions will be possible if the thieves can liquefy it. It contains Ag, Al, As, Bi, Cr, Cu, Fe, In, Mg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Pd, Pt, Sn, Si, Ti, Zn and Zr and one other element. Why did the makers of the purloined object say they created the world’s largest and purest of its type? (3 pts.)

8. He was a dwarfish figure that lived in a cave, this person would rage at the wealthy and complacent-those who crossed to do good but also did well – to abolish a practice that he swore they would pay for with their blood. At one point this person splattered blood-like juice on attendees; another time kidnapped a child. Friends disowned, denounced, and expelled him/her from their community. Who was this radical from the past? (F&L) (2 pts.)

9. The experiment was properly iced, but even with that, there was an increase measured at 14 times the original. One data point showed a 12000% increase. A member of the study team has stated that even with an increase of 14 times, not to worry. Even with 100000 measurable events, the possible detrimental effect on the immediate environment would be minimal. The experiment will probably not have any effect on the many blowhards taking advantage of the situation. What did the experiment measure? (4 pts.)

10. Fortunately no one was allergic. Some nutty editing was done (actually it was a legume). A weak link caused a door to be opened to the great outdoors. A dozen birds, of a sort, flew to freedom. Eventually all were recaptured. The last one was netted in the southern part of Florida. What was the given name of the last bird captured? (F&L) (2 pts.)

11. First exploited in New Guinea, its discovery and refining was systematized in India. During colonialization of the Americas, new fields were put into production. In the 19th century Louisiana had the largest refinery in the world. Today the largest refinery is in the Middle East. What is the chemical formula for this carbon based resource? (3 pts.)

12. Greene as a federal judge, it was his first case on the bench. The case involved confronting a powerful mother and his ruling led to her demise. The judge found that the trust in her was too powerful. Her control of her seven children had made her solely dominant. Now her name has disappeared all across the country, except in one place. In what city and state does one find the last remnant of her colloquial surname? (3 pts.)

13. This person came up with the slogan used by a U.S. Senator and a presidential candidate. Born an American, this person is most readily recognized with advocating for migrant workers. The City of San Francisco makes monthly payments to this person, although the person is eligible for social security. One performer says his participation in commemorating this person is the greatest song he has ever written. (F&L) (2 pts.)

14. There has been nothing stormy about their relationship. It’s been three quarters of a century since these two were joined. Depression was a shared experience. An organization founded with a focus on depressions will most likely soon retire their depression names. What are the first names of the couple? (2 pts.)

15. Built on land once owned by Julian, a fort constructed in the 19th century was part of a triad of defensive installations guarding one of the great harbors of the world. Besides shots fired to scare roosting birds, this fort location only saw one military barrage against its ramparts. What general (who used the X-Force) commanded the fusillade? (F&L) (2 pts.)

16. When battle took place commemorated in the iconic painting seen below, the general himself chose the password. What was the response used? (2 pts.)

17. In question 26, the excerpt ends with a motif representing the grail. The composer of the opera adapted an Amen to use as the grail motif. That Amen was also used by still another composer in a symphony celebrating the 300th anniversary of a primary confession of faith. A symphony orchestra is playing the symphony of the half millennial celebration of the confession which coincides with the half-century celebration of the founding of the orchestra. What is the name of the orchestra? (3 pts.)

18. He was born in 1915 and first appeared in Hollywood in 1917. His movie career ended in 1928. His professional voice training was inadequate for the requirements of a new technology. At his death he may have been parceled up. Local lore identifies this site as the burial place of whom? (2 pts.)

19. Estimates vary, but these carnivores could eat yearly almost twice as much meat and fish consumed by all the humans on earth. Like humans, they are found in every terrestrial biome. Who are these voracious predators? (2 pts.)

20. The below photo was taken in Germany in 2017. The woman featured bought the house for $500. What was her father’s name? (F&L) (2 pts.).

21. Below is an advertisement. The active ingredients in the product would no longer be allowed, though they would make a woman’s beauty radiate. What harmful compounds are used in this product? (4 pts.)

22. Go to http://www.rollingstone.com/music/lists/the-500-greatest-songs-of-all-time-20110407/. The following is a list of personal selections.

Bob Dylan, 'Like a Rolling Stone'

Marvin Gaye, 'What's Going On'

Nirvana, 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'

The Beatles, 'I Want to Hold Your Hand'

The Beach Boys, 'God Only Knows'

Based on the previous selections, what will be the next song on my list? (3 pts.)

23. Generally four star leaders after a triumph don’t comment, “It’s still really a wonderful world out there.” Oregon was the location (at the time) of the final quest, which he shared with his wife. What was the name of his wife? (F&L) (2 pts.)

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24. Below is a link to a filled out application. Assume the name and contact information is accurate and acceptable, and the application was sent within the time requirements of the regulation. Why is Bubba in trouble? (2 pts. if correct, -300 pts. If you alter or submit the application).

Road Kill Salvage Permit Application _ Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.htm

25. What kind of strings did the Fender bassist use for this recording? (4 pts.)

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26. This is a very beautiful excerpt from a very long opera. The tenor sings one sentence that calls for the grail to be revealed and the shrine opened. Within plus or minus 3 seconds, what are the timings on this excerpt when the tenor calls for the shrine to be opened to reveal the grail? (4 pts.)

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27. The opera excerpt in question 26. is about mythical objects. However, some believe the curative object in the opera exists as a talisman. What American was responsible for returning the object after it was moved during a bitter war? (F&L) (2 pts.)

28. What address would you send a letter to the below? (3 pts.)

29. You may find the high school 2016 Scavenger Hunt to be helpful. What year was the sculptor born? (3 pts.)

30. The below is a photo of a photo. (Usually I get just my thumb in the picture). What somewhat experimental structural technique was used to pre-stress the concrete on this bridge? (2 pts.)

31. Below the smallest of all 23 are identified. There is, however, a difference between the ones mapped as 21 and the other 22 in the collection. What is the name we give to the most likely condition expressed by the three identified as 21? (2 pts.)

32. The first professional player in a sport who identified himself as black played for Oberlin College. For what team did he make his first major league appearance? (3 pts.)

33. Who is this about? (F&L) (2 pts.)

34. Last month a local columnist made an observation about Twitter expansion from 140 characters to 280 characters. The columnist helps out the mathematically disinclined when writing for those who were told there would be no math and then makes an astute observation about what the doubling of characters will mean for Twitter users. What is the quote that calculates how the increase will potentially affect tweets? (2 pts.)

35. A series of German engineered machines uses a component with a .325 pitch and 81 drivers to obtain speeds of over 1300 rpm. Of the models that use the listed component, which is the only model number that is prime? (2 pts.)

36. Many art historians think he is depicted as a bald man with a beard writing in a book while a scribe holds a tablet outlining the relationship of math and musical harmony. He must be important because others in his school are looking over his shoulder. It seems even the ancient Greeks copied, or the painter in the Renaissance thought so. Who is the man in the lower left whose work many are curious about? (2 pts.)

37. During a sometimes tense Congressional hearing, a nominee for one of the most important posts in the U.S. found himself at a loss for words; something he claims is a rare occasion. Ultimately he did not answer the question posed by the senator. What was question, supplied by a teenager, which flummoxed the nominee? (2 pts.)

38. The bright glow in the sky is the corona of a full eclipse. This photo was taken at 10:23am PDT. The left part of the panorama is north, the right part is south. The eclipse lasted a little over 2 minutes at this location. What was the zip code of the nearest crossroads community? (4 pts.)

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39. What denomination is this church? (2 pts.)

40. Tombstones were everywhere, a tragedy of epic proportions. The smell of diesel was all around and the road was frozen in red. It would be free delivery, if you lived near the highway exit to what Arkansas college? (3 pts.)

41. The photo was taken at the “photo” pushpin. The mountain in the distance (marked with the yellow arrow) is 7’10” east and 4’46” south of the photo location. What is the name of the mountain? (2 pts.)

42. The following big band number was played numerous times (without the four note trumpet solo that I couldn’t completely edit out). The lyrics were improvised with every performance, except for the last two words. What were the last two words heard with every performance? (2 pts.)

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43. The author’s ninth fiction novel was written in the first person three times. The book chronicled three paths intersecting at a place to view another larger intersection. The author was once quoted as saying the inside voice all of us have, stopped in the author at 12 or 13. The author has a system for outlining a chapter or story. Instead of the word outline, what word does the author use? (2 pts.)

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44. What literary device is used by the author (who is also the reader) in the next line of his poem? (2 pts.)

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45. The ruins in this photo were the result of an earthquake. The building was made of stone, as compared to similar buildings that were constructed of adobe. At one point the building was sold for $710. Who was the purchaser? (F&L) (2 pts.)

Part III: Bring-ins

1. One of the two, black or white, can checkmates the other in 3 moves. Black moves first. What is the solution?

Use the grid destinations (e.g. the white king is on g5)

2. A pair of eclipse glasses (2 pts.)

3. A sugar pine cone (2 pts.)

4. A photo or photocopy of the dedicatee (2 pts.)

5. Country Crossings Music Festival 2017 Passes:

Tuesday Teams: Red VIP wristband-3 pts, Bright Green General Admission wristband-1pt

Wednesday Teams: Grey Premium General Admission wristband 3 pts, Bright Green General Admission wristband-1pt

6. Any Carly Simon LP-4 pts, any LP released prior to the album release date from #33 (2 pts)

7. Work the following line into a skit and perform it for the judges. They will award 5 pts. for the best, 3 pts. for second best, 2 pts. for a good job, and 1 pt. for performing. The judges have absolute discretion, and they can award points as they see fit, including awarding for ties. The performance should last no more than 60 seconds. The judges may lower a score if it runs over a minute.

“If I knew that was going to happen, I would have worn orange.”