Wednesday, October 3, 2007

General Trivia Answers #1,171-1,176

Answer 1,171: Entertainment & Food -- Distinguished Director

a) George Lucas

The Californian also wrote all three movie series.

Answer 1,172: History & Government -- Declaration Drafter

d) Thomas Jefferson

John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman also helped draft the historic document.

Answer 1,173: Math & Science -- Odd One Out

c) Curare

Atropine is an alkaloid extracted from the deadly nightshade, whose scientific name is Atropa belladonna. Curare is an unrelated neurotoxin.

Answer 1,174: Geography & Nature -- Where In Delaware

a) Dover

Wilmington is the most populous city in the second smallest American state.

Answer 1,175: Literature & Arts -- Museum's Metropolis

d) Washington, D.C.

It is one of about a dozen Smithsonian museums and galleries.

Answer 1,176: Sports & Games -- Safety Sequel

a) Team scored on has a free kick

The offensive team that just gave up two points has a free kick from the 20-yard line.

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