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1. This wouldn't be a true quiz about famous Arkansans without mentioning this person. He is the 42nd president of the United States. He is well known for being unfaithful in his marriage.
2. This actor was born 4th August 1955 in Arkansas. He is well known for writing (1997) film "Sling Blade". He is also known for "Primary Colors" (1998), "Monster's Ball" (2001), "Bad Santa "(2003), and "Friday Night Lights" (2004).
3. Corliss Williamson, born on December 4, 1973, in Russellville, AR, is 6'7 and a forward. On which NBA team did he first play?
4. This author was born in Jonesboro, AR. He is best known for his books "A Time to Kill" (1988) and "The Firm" (1991). He also was elected in 1983 into the Mississippi House of Representatives and served until 1990.
5. Mary Steenburgen was born on 8th February 1953 in Newport, AR. She is known for movies such as "Back to the Future 3" (1989), "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" (1993), "I am Sam" (2001), "Powder" (1995), and "Parenthood" (1989). What was the name of her television series (2003-2005) on CBS where she was the mother of a quirky teenager who saw and talked to God?
6. On 18th February 1922 in Green Forest, AR a future contributor to the sexual revolution was born. She is well known for being the editor-in-chief for the magazine "Cosmopolitan" for 32 years (since 1966). She is also the author of best selling book "Sex and the Single Girl", which was published in 1962. Who am I?
7. This woman was born Minnie Lee Jones in Schaal, AR. In 1952 she got her B.A. in biology at Philander Smith College in Little Rock, AR. In 1993 she became the 1st African-American and the 2nd woman to become United States Surgeon General. She was asked to resign by Bill Clinton in 1994 for her controversial views on masturbation. Who am I?
8. This NASCAR driver was born on 9th January 1959 in Batesville, Ar. He is known for driving the #6 Viagra sponsored car, with over 30 NASCAR wins under his belt. Who is this man?
9. Which country music singer was born in Kingsland, Arkansas? He was married to June Carter. He is known for songs like "Folsom Prison Blues", "Ring of Fire", and "Hurt". He was born 26th February 1932 and passed away on 12th September 2003. Who was this "Highway Man"?
10. This band formed in Little Rock, AR. Songs include "My Immortal", "Bring Me Back To Life", and the lead singer Amy Lee has a duet with band Seether ("Broken"). Who are we?
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