Thursday, February 19, 2009

General Trivia Answers #3,331-3,336

Answer 3,331: Entertainment & Food -- Hooked on Classics

a) Franz Joseph Haydn

The Austrian court musician composed about 340 hours worth, just over two solid weeks.

Answer 3,332: History & Government -- Spruce Goose

a) Howard Hughes

The 150-ton Hughes H-4 Hercules flying boat, which traveled 3,000 feet in its only flight on November 2, 1947, was actually mostly constructed from birch.

Answer 3,333: Math & Science -- Acid Alteration

c) Red

The paper, originally made from the dye extracted from lichens, turns blue in bases.

Answer 3,334: Geography & Nature -- DTW Departure

c) Detroit, Michigan

The 'W' is for Wayne County.

Answer 3,335: Literature & Arts -- Physics and Politics Philosopher

a) Aristotle

Besides his many writings, the teacher is known for the Lyceum, the gymnasium where he lectured about philosophy.

Answer 3,336: Sports & Games -- Three-Way Threat

c) Oscar Robertson

The point guard had at least 10 points, 10 assists, and 10 rebounds in a game 178 times, including averaging better than a triple-double in 1961-62.

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