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Quiz about Chasing the Daydream
Quiz about Chasing the Daydream

Chasing the Daydream Trivia Quiz


Given this title as an Author Challenge for Commission XXXII-Verbing the Noun, I went chasing daydreams near and far. Here are some that I found.

A multiple-choice quiz by mlcmlc. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
mlcmlc
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
366,930
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
544
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Question 1 of 10
1. Which of these groups played the "Sunshine Daydream" benefit for the Springfield Creamery in 1972, with an estimated audience of over 20,000 Deadheads? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Day Dream mine is located in a series of hills in New South Wales, Australia, not far from Broken Hill. Silver was mined there from 1882-1983. In which area was this located? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In 2005, Marvel Comics introduced a character named Daydream (her parents were Nightmare and Betty Ross-Banner) in "Tempest Fugit, Part 1". Who was the main character of this series? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Perhaps best known for "The Charge of the Light Brigade", which Poet Laureate penned "The Day-Dream", published in 1842?

"When will the hundred summers die,
And thought and time be born again,
And newer knowledge, drawing nigh,
Bring truth that sways the soul of men?"
Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. In the Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes, one item for sale is the Patented Daydream Charm. Do you know who was given one for free? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. "A Jane Austen Daydream" was published in 2013. It has been described as an un-biography, just an imagining of what Austen's life might have been. Which author re-imagined her life? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. In the launch of version 4.2 mobile operating system dubbed Jelly Bean, the Daydream app allowed users to configure the display screen to display a clock, photos, quotes, etc. Which of these devices would have been able to use the app? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. In the 1930s, Connie and Paddy Murray purchased and built a resort on West Molle Island, renaming it Daydream Island. In which Queensland, Australia island group can this resort be found? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Released in 1922, the film "Day Dreams" humorously contrasted the words of letters between the sweetheart's imaginings and the hapless suitor's reality. The suitor was played by an actor nicknamed "The Great Stone Face"; can you identify his name below? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. It was 1966 when the group The Lovin' Spoonful released the song "Daydream" on an album of the same name. Which band leader created the song?

"What a day for a daydream
What a day for a daydreamin' boy
And I'm lost in a daydream
Dreamin' 'bout my bundle of joy"
Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Which of these groups played the "Sunshine Daydream" benefit for the Springfield Creamery in 1972, with an estimated audience of over 20,000 Deadheads?

Answer: Grateful Dead

At the time, the tickets were $3.00 in advance and $3.50 at the gate. More than $12,000 was raised and the Springfield Creamery was able to stay in business.

The concert was filmed and copies have been in circulation ever since. The original film, however, was remastered as part of "Grateful Dead Meet Up at the Movies", a series presented by NCM Fathom Events. On August 1, 2013 (which would have Jerry Garcia's 71st birthday), the film was shown in many theaters around the country. Both DVD and CD have been released.
2. Day Dream mine is located in a series of hills in New South Wales, Australia, not far from Broken Hill. Silver was mined there from 1882-1983. In which area was this located?

Answer: Barrier Range

Allen Sinclair (also found as Allan Sinclair and W. Sinclair) and Joe Meech were partnered in prospecting for new mining sites. Sinclair would later say that they had an agreement that each day they would head off in different directions and then share their findings. Sinclair found chlorides and duly reported it to his partner and they pegged a claim. However, Meech claimed what would be called Day Dream mine alone. This was eventually taken up in a Sydney court, but became moot when the Barrier Ranges Mining Association purchased the lion's share of the mine.

Apparently Meech was resting under a tree and when he woke he saw a "blow" reflecting many colors. At first he dismissed this as a daydream, but upon further inspection of the site found many colored stones, and thus named it "The Day Dream".

Today the mine is a tourist site and both under- and above-ground tours have been available.
3. In 2005, Marvel Comics introduced a character named Daydream (her parents were Nightmare and Betty Ross-Banner) in "Tempest Fugit, Part 1". Who was the main character of this series?

Answer: The Incredible Hulk

The Hulk, or Dr. Robert Bruce Banner, first appeared in 1962. Betty Ross also appeared in that issue as the daughter of Air Force General Thaddeus Ross, though she and Bruce would eventually wed.

Daydream's memory was taken by her father, Nightmare, before he put her on Earth. She adopted the name Gwen and became a singer. Daydream had the power to enter and change the dreams and daydreams of humans.
4. Perhaps best known for "The Charge of the Light Brigade", which Poet Laureate penned "The Day-Dream", published in 1842? "When will the hundred summers die, And thought and time be born again, And newer knowledge, drawing nigh, Bring truth that sways the soul of men?"

Answer: Alfred, Lord Tennyson

Tennyson was appointed Poet Laureate by Queen Victoria in 1850 after Samuel Rogers declined the honor. Tennyson remained Poet Laureate until his death in 1892.

"The Day-Dream" was an expansion of the original 1830 poem "The Sleeping Beauty", and was again enhanced for a private performance in 1848.
5. In the Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes, one item for sale is the Patented Daydream Charm. Do you know who was given one for free?

Answer: Hermione Granger

The charm appeared in the book "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" as one of the items for sale in Fred's and George's shop.

Hermione Granger: "You know, that really is extraordinary magic!"
Fred Weasley: "For that, Hermione, you can have one for free."

The spell was only made available to customers over the age of sixteen, and would produce a thirty minute daydream.
6. "A Jane Austen Daydream" was published in 2013. It has been described as an un-biography, just an imagining of what Austen's life might have been. Which author re-imagined her life?

Answer: Scott D. Southard

During one interview, Southard stated that he didn't study Austen's life, but rather read and re-read her novels while writing this book. So there are quotes from her novels spread throughout this novel and characters similar to some of those she created.

One review stated that many would be disappointed with the tale because it's not real, but that many would appreciate the story because it is written in a style similar to Austen's own.
7. In the launch of version 4.2 mobile operating system dubbed Jelly Bean, the Daydream app allowed users to configure the display screen to display a clock, photos, quotes, etc. Which of these devices would have been able to use the app?

Answer: Google Android

Prior to adding this app, the Android screen would turn off when docked. However, this allowed users to customize the display while the device was locked or charging.

It could also display news, weather or other screensavers.
8. In the 1930s, Connie and Paddy Murray purchased and built a resort on West Molle Island, renaming it Daydream Island. In which Queensland, Australia island group can this resort be found?

Answer: Whitsunday Islands

The island hosts both day trippers and amenities for overnight stays. A ferry conveys vacationers to the island.

In addition to water sports such as sailing and snorkeling, one of the attractions for young and old alike is an outside aquarium, with more than 140 species. It is called the Living Reef. There are feeding sessions, and it is also possible to wade into the reef and see the marine life truly right at your feet.
9. Released in 1922, the film "Day Dreams" humorously contrasted the words of letters between the sweetheart's imaginings and the hapless suitor's reality. The suitor was played by an actor nicknamed "The Great Stone Face"; can you identify his name below?

Answer: Buster Keaton

Unfortunately, only two of the original three reels remain in existence. The short has been restored with still frame photos in place of the missing scenes.

As an example of their different perceptions, in the first letter home Buster says, "I am working at a hospital where I look after 200 patients. I perform operations that you could not imagine." His sweetheart imagines that he's a surgeon, but in fact he's working at a hospital for dogs and cats.
10. It was 1966 when the group The Lovin' Spoonful released the song "Daydream" on an album of the same name. Which band leader created the song? "What a day for a daydream What a day for a daydreamin' boy And I'm lost in a daydream Dreamin' 'bout my bundle of joy"

Answer: John Sebastian

"Daydream", the second album for The Lovin' Spoonful, featured John Sebastian, Steve Boone, Joe Butler and Zal Yanovsky. The tune reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK singles chart.

John Sebastian had written the lyrics and composed all but one of the songs for this album.
Source: Author mlcmlc

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