Ten Things You Never Wanted to Know About Me! Quiz

Answer: Episcopal Church

The Episcopal Church (also known as Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America) was formed during the American Revolution by clergy and lay members of the Church of England. Because it was a requirement that Anglican clergy pledge an oath of allegiance to the British monarch, those who favored separation from England sought an alternative, and the Episcopal Church was born. Today, there are dioceses in all fifty states and over a dozen other countries. Members are called Episcopalians, and the church maintains close ties with the Church of England through the larger body known as the Anglican Communion, whose spiritual leader is the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Answer: North Carolina

In 1789, North Carolina became the twelfth state to be admitted to the Union. Rich in history, my home state was the site of the first documented discovery of gold in the US and the first airplane flight. Residents and visitors can enjoy skiing and hiking in the Appalachian Mountains, deep sea fishing and swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, and attractions such as the Biltmore House and the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

Famous North Carolinians include evangelist Billy Graham, actors Andy Griffith and Ava Gardner, basketball star Michael Jordan, and auto racing greats Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty.

Answer: Raccoon

Easily recognized by his black facial mask and ringed tail, the raccoon is found throughout North America and has several subspecies in areas of Central America. Intelligent and extremely skilled in adapting to environmental change, raccoons have been known to thrive in cities and urban areas as well as forests.

Native American legends are full of stories about this fascinating animal, usually portraying him as a trickster. Sterling North's 1963 book "Rascal" was the recipient of numerous awards, and the National Wildlife Federation has used a raccoon called Ranger Rick in its publications, which are aimed at teaching children about wildlife.

Answer: Crosby Stills & Nash

David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash released their self titled album after leaving the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and the Hollies respectively. The album rose to number six on Billboard charts and produced two hit singles, "Marrakesh Express" and the band's signature song "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes". Later that year, the trio was joined by Neil Young at Woodstock and the quartet released "Deja Vu" the following year.

Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young each have the distinction of being inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, although Young's was for solo work and with Buffalo Springfield, rather than with CSNY. All four have enjoyed long, successful careers and loyal fan bases that continue to purchase albums and concert tickets.

Answer: Ford

Henry Ford is credited with refining the use of moving assembly lines for mass production and is the founder of Ford Motor Company. Based on Ford's vision of a car that would be affordable for the American working class, the company began its production of the Model T in 1908. Since then, there have been countless models of Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs, including the immensely popular sports car, the Mustang.

Answer: Bunco/Bunko

Bunco had its beginnings among English families in the 18th century. Introduced in the US during the California Gold Rush, the game enjoyed popularity during Prohibition but became nearly obsolete when the act was repealed. A resurgence began in the late 1970s when it reappeared on military bases as a pastime for housewives seeking social activity while their husbands were deployed. It continued to grow, and in 2006, the World Bunco Association estimated 27 million regular players in the US alone.

Although it's primarily recognized as a women's game, men and teenagers enjoy the game as well. Locally, my own eight member club has successfully hosted several Bunco fundraisers for our church groups, community members, and various charities.

Answer: The Apartment

Co-starring Fred MacMurray, Edie Adams, and Jack Kruschen, "The Apartment" is the story of a lonely insurance accountant who allows his superiors use of his apartment for their dates. Convinced that his generosity and discretion will be remembered at promotion time, Bud Baxter (Lemmon) sacrifices sleep and his reputation among his neighbors until his interest in a sweet, but naive coworker brings the realization that honesty and integrity are far more important than business success.

Filled with well known cast members and classic one-liners, this classic is the perfect mix of comedy and human imperfection. "The Apartment" was nominated for ten Academy Awards, winning five.

Answer: Waitress/Server

Known primarily as servers in today's world, waiters and waitresses often work long hours that involve early morning and late evening shifts. Since most areas do not dictate that employers pay minimum wage to servers, they rely on tips for their income. Waiting tables requires speed, a good memory, and the ability to remain on one's feet for hours at a time. Multi-tasking skills and a pleasant personality are a must.

While many servers make a good living, the job is also physically demanding and many restaurant employees develop leg and back problems after a few years. It can be, however, an excellent part time option when one needs supplemental income.

Answer: Duke Blue Devils

Krzyzewski, known to players and fans as "Coach K", left his job at West Point in 1980 to become the head men's basketball coach at Duke. Under his guidance, the Blue Devils have become one of the nation's top teams, amassing dozens of appearances in the annual championship tournaments. The program has produced a number of NBA stars, including Grant Hill, Bobby Hurley, and Christian Laettner.

Duke University is a private college in Durham, NC. It is well known for its law and divinity schools, and its hospital and medical research programs are among the highest ranked in the US.

Answer: The Andy Griffith Show

The series began in 1960 and ran for eight seasons, generating a loyal fan base that is still evident by the popularity of the show's reruns. The small town of Mayberry and its surrounding areas were modeled after Griffith's home town of Mt. Airy, NC and nearby Pilot Mountain. Story lines included regular townspeople and places, and nearly always featured a moral lesson.

Although many consider "The Andy Griffith Show" corny by today's standards, the lack of violence and the simplicity of rural life represent better days to those of us who still tune in to see Andy, Barney, Aunt Bee, and Opie anytime we have the opportunity.