How Brainstorm Works.

The way it works is that a trivia question will be posted every day and a riddle posted every week. You will submit your answer in the comment section along with confidence points you want to apply (1-5).

All questions will be up until the end of the month so submit when ever you like. Standings will be updated every month.

Good luck and have fun.

Saturday, December 26, 2015

Happy Kwanzaa



Kwanzaa (/ˈkwɑːn.zə/) is a week-long celebration held in the United States and in other nations of the Western African diaspora in the Americas. 

The celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture, and is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving.   



Kwanzaa has seven core principles (Nguzo Saba). It was created by Maulana Karenga, and was first celebrated in 1966–67.



Sunday, November 22, 2015

Nov. '15 Round 4 Questions (Trivia And Riddles)

Time for Round Four of November '15 Trivia and Riddles.  I have been slacking on the riddles because times have been a bit fulled with some distractions and other events, but they will return this week.  I hope you all have pretty cool plans for Thanksgiving and the Shopping Weekend.


Like usual you have until Saturday, November 28th at 11:59pm to get in your entry for this week.
Good luck to you all.



TRIVIA (21 Total Points)
For now on Brainstorm Trivia will no longer on SurveyMonkey.  It will be conducted here on the Brainstorm Blogsite.  
Submit your answer in the comment section.  
Provide your name in your submission (Don't be anonymous) so you can collect your points.
Place the corresponding question number with your answer.  
Thank you.

1)  In this current (2015-16) NFL season after Week 5, there were 5 Undefeated Teams that remain.  Who was the first team to lose their first game (3 Points)?
- Atlanta Falcons
- Carolina Panthers
- Denver Broncos
- Green Bay Packers
- New England Patriots

2)  In Order, who were the next two teams who lost their first game (3 Points Each)?

3)  How do you win a hand of Blackjack (2 Points)?

4)  What was comedian, Sam Kinison's profession before comedy (4 Points)?

5)  What is the name of Obi-Wan Kenobi's direct Master Jedi (4 Points)?

6)  How many centimeters is in a meter (2 Points)?


RIDDLES (8 Total Points)
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Place the corresponding question number with your answer.  
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1)  They have no flesh nor feathers nor scales nor bones.  Yet they have fingers and thumbs of their own.  Name The Object (3 Points):

2)  I am not alive, but I grow, I don't have lungs, but I need air.  I don't have a mouth, but water kills me.  Name The Object (2 Points):

3)  What's as big as you are, yet doesn't weigh an ounce (3 Points)?

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Round Two Nov. '15 Trivia Answers


Three Current Democratic Presidential Candidates

Hillary Clinton, Martin O'Malley and Bernie Sanders


Current Star Wars Movies
In Order

The Phantom Menace (Eps. 1)
Attack Of The Clones (Eps. 2)
Revenge Of The Sith (Eps. 3)
A New Hope (Eps. 4)
The Empire Strikes Back (Eps. 5)
Return Of The Jedi (Eps. 6)
The Force Awakens (Eps. 7)


Number of James Bond 007 Actors
In Order

Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore,
Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig


Snoopy's Friend

Woodstock

Round One Nov. '15 Trivia Answers


National Election Day

Tuesday After The First Monday In November
November 3rd in 2015


Empirical Measurement System Countries

Liberia, Myanmar/Burma and United States Of America


Original Countries of Martial Arts

Karate - Japan
Kung Fu - China
Taekwondo - Korea


Two States With Three Or More NBA Teams

California (4)
Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings

Texas (3)
Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs



Six Actors Who Portrayed Batman In Live Action Movies

Adam West (1)
Batman The Movie

Micheal Keaton (2)
Batman
Batman Returns

Val Kilmer (1)
Batman Forever

George Clooney (1)
Batman And Robin

Christian Bale (3)
Batman Begins
The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight Rises

Ben Affleck (1 - So Far)
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Sunday, November 1, 2015

Best Star Wars Scary Moments | The StarWars.com 10


Round Four Oct. '15 Trivia Answers

There are ______ Saw movies
Seven
 
The Composer Of The Dark Theater
Danny Elfman
 
 
Movie franchise you can never escape death from was
Final Destination
 
 
The original scream queen is
Jamie Lee Curtis
 
 
 
Five Seasons Of American Horror Story
In Order
Murder House, Asylum, Coven,
Freak Show and Hotel
 
 
 
 
Creator Of The Walking Dead
Frank Darabont

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Round Four October '15 Trivia

Click Below Link For
 
 
Deadline is Saturday, October 31st at 11:59pm.

Round Three October '15 Riddle Answers

When I'm used. I'm useless, once offered soon rejected.  In desperation often expressed, the intended not protected.  What Is It?

 
An Excuse or Alibi


 

What are the only two states that have their name in their capital?

 
Indianapolis and Oklahoma City


 

 
How many of each species did Moses take on the Ark with him?
 
None.  It was Noah's Ark, not Moses

Round Three October '15 Trivia Answers

Four Largest States In The United States of America
(In Order)
Alaska, Texas, California and Montana


 
 
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo


 
 
Dodge Muscle/Sport Cars
Challenger, Charger and Viper
 
 
Planets Of  The Solar System
 
 
 

Current Democratic Presidential Candidates
(as of October 18, 2015)
Lincoln Chaffee
Hillary Clinton
Martin O'Malley
Bernie Sanders
Jim Webb

Monday, October 19, 2015

Yahoo Sports Fantasy Basketball Invitation

Yahoo Sports Fantasy Basketball

Hey Blog Followers,
 
You have been invited to join my custom league, "SNGBA"
 
 
You will need to be logged into Yahoo in order to join the league. Click here if you have forgotten your username or password.
 
Draft well, which will be auto, and have a great season!
 
-- Yahoo Fantasy Sports
 

Round Three October '15 Riddles

3 Points

When I'm used. I'm useless, once offered soon rejected.  In desperation often expressed, the intended not protected.  What Is It?


3 Points

What are the only two states that have their name in their capital?



4 Points

How many of each species did Moses take on the Ark with him?

Round Three October '15 Trivia

Round Three is up!!!!  I know a lot of you are busy, but remember that this is a good outlet to try out.  I understand though if you feel you are too overwhelmed.
 
Anyways, below is the link to round.  Jump on in and good luck!
 
Saturday, October 24th at 11:59pm is the deadline.
 

Sunday, October 18, 2015

Best Star Wars Planetary Vehicles | The StarWars.com 10


Round Two October '15 Trivia Answers

The Loony Toons character that spins around and around is called
The Tasmanian Devil or Taz
The area on the football field past the orange markers is called the
End Zone
A trumpet, trombone and tuba are all _______ instruments
Brass
 
Egypt is in
Africa
 
In "The Last Starfighter", Xur was aligned with the
Kodan Armada

Round Two October '15 Brain Teaser Answer

4 Points
 
A boy was at a carnival and went to a both where a man said to the boy, "If I write your exact weight on this piece of paper then you have to give me $50, but if I cannot, I pay you $50.".  The boy looked around and saw no scale, so he agrees thinking no matter what the carny says he will just say he weighs more or less.  In the end, the boy ended up paying the man $50 dollars.  How did the man win the bet?
 
He wrote "your exact weight" on the paper.

Round Two October '15 Riddle Answer

3 Points
 
Many things can create one.  It can be of any shape or size.  It is created for various reasons and it can shrink or grow with time.

A HOLE

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Round One October '15 Trivia Answers

1) Speaker of the House position is ________ in the line of succession to be president.
Third
 
 
 
2) The shape of a stop sign
Octagon
 
 
 
3) There are Three sisters in the famous Jackson family
 
 

4) The names of the sisters are (In Order): 
Janet
Rebbie
LaToya
 

 
5) The Six Flags that flew over the state or region of Texas at one time are (In Order):
Spain, France, Mexico,
Republic of Texas
Confederate States of America
and United States of America
(Before And After CSA).
 
 
 
 
6) The make and model of K.I.T.T. in Knight Rider is:
Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am
(Original Series 1982-1986)
 
Would Also Accept
Ford Mustang Shelby GT
(Continuated Series 2008-2009)



 
 
7) The acronym, K.I.T.T., stood for:
Knight Industries Two Thousand
(Original Series 1982-1986)
 
would also accept
Knight Industries Three Thousand
(Continuated Series 2008-2009)

Round One October '15 Brain Teaser Answer

There are 20 people in an empty square room.  Each person has full sight of the entire room and everyone in it without turning their head or body in anyway (other then the eyes).  Where can you place an apple so that all but one person can see it?
 
 
Place The Apple On The Head Of One Of The People In The Room

Round One October '15 Riddle Answer

What is it that when you take away the whole and you still have some left over?
 
WHOLESOME

Saturday, October 10, 2015

Round Two October '15 Trivia

On to October with trivia.  Congrats to those of you who did very well last month.  I hope you continue to do as well if not better.

Due to my lateness, you have until Saturday, October 17th at 11:59pm to get in your entry.  Now click the link and good luck!

Round Two October '15 Riddle & Brain Teaser

Alright, we are going to try something new where I will present both a riddle and a brain teaser.  Points will vary of course.

You will have until Saturday, October 17th at 11:59pm to solve them.  You may post your answer here in the comments section.
Good Luck!!!

Riddle - 3 Points
Many things can create one.  It can be of any shape or size.  It is created for various reasons and it can shrink or grow with time.

Brain Teaser - 4 Points
A boy was at a carnival and went to a both where a man said to the boy, "If I write your exact weight on this piece of paper then you have to give me $50, but if I cannot, I pay you $50.".  The boy looked around and saw no scale, so he agrees thinking no matter what the carny says he will just say he weighs more or less.  In the end, the boy ended up paying the man $50 dollars.  How did the man win the bet?

Monday, October 5, 2015

Round One October '15 Trivia

On to October with trivia.  Congrats to those of you who did very well last month.  I hope you continue to do as well if not better.

Due to my lateness, you have until Sunday, October 11th at 11:59pm to get in your entry.  Now click the link and good luck!

Round One October '15 Riddle & Brain Teaser

Alright, we are going to try something new where I will present both a riddle and a brain teaser.  Points will vary of course.
 
You will have until Sunday, October 11th at 11:59pm to solve them.  You may post your answer here in the comments section. 
 
Good Luck!!!
 
 
 
Riddle - 4 Points
What is it that when you take away the whole and you still have some left over?
 
 
 
Brain Teaser - 3 Points
There are 20 people in an empty square room.  Each person has full sight of the entire room and everyone in it without turning their head or body in anyway (other then the eyes).  Where can you place an apple so that all but one person can see it?

Sunday, October 4, 2015

Riddle #3: Logical

3 Points
 
Submit your answer in the comments section below.  I will be notified and will confirmed the answer.  You have until Saturday, October 3rd at 11:59pm to answer.

A cowboy rides into town on Friday.  He stays three days and leaves on Friday.  How did he do that?

Friday Is The Horse

Sept. '15 Round 4 Trivia Answers

The Three Branches of U.S. Government
Executive, Legislative and Judicial

Five Armed Forces
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard

Number of U.S.A. States with "New" In The Name
Four

U.S.A. States With "New" In The Name
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York

First Three States In Order Of The Presidential Election Primary/Caucus Process
Iowa
New Hampshire
South Carolina
 

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Standings Updated

Folks!

The Trivia and Riddle/Brain Teaser Standings are now up to date, not counting the current round.  Keep working to get in those entries in and good luck to all of you.  Any questions or requests to bow out, please let me know.

Monday, September 28, 2015

Sept. '15 Round 3 Answers

Two Teams Dennis Rodman Played For
Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls

NFL Team With A Music Note As The Team Logo
St. Louis Blues

NFL Quarterback That Currently Hold Most TDs Of All-Time
Peyton Manning

#1 Male And Female Tennis Players
Novak Djokovic And Serena Williams

There Are Eight Divisions In The NFL
AFC North, South, East, West
NFC North, South, East, West

Sunday, September 27, 2015

Riddle #2: Positioning

2 Points
 
Submit Answer by Saturday, September 26th at 11:59pm
via Comment Below or Send an Email (Click the Link)

You are running in a 10K.  You are reaching the 2/3 mark of the race and you feel like you are about to die, but all of a sudden you get a burst of energy and you eventually passed the 107th person.  After passing them, what position are you in?


107th

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Fantasy Hockey: SNGHL - Spots Open

Yahoo Sports Fantasy Hockey
 
You have been invited to join my custom hockey fantasy league, "SNGHL"

Join Now

Still have spots open in the league (6 Total).  Autodraft is scheduled to happen on Monday. If you are interested to participate, please join in. The draft is automatic, but you can preset your picks. Email me at wilclark32@yahoo.com if you have any questions.

You will need to be logged into Yahoo in order to join the league. Click Here if you have forgotten your username or password.

Draft well and have a great season!

-- Yahoo Fantasy Sports

Sunday, September 20, 2015

Sept. '15 Round 3 Trivia (19 Total Points)

September '15 Round 2 Trivia is done and Round 3 is up.  Click the below.  Like normal, you have until Saturday, September 26th at 11:59pm..

Have fun and good luck.


https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7KGDYMC

Sept. '15 Round 2 Answers

Age of Yoda When He Died
900
 
Marshall Mathers (Eminem)'s Won An Oscar For
Best Song
 
The Actor In Most Pixar Films
John Ratzenburger
 
2 Actors In All Five Mission Impossible Movies
Tom Cruise & Ving Rhames


Sunday, September 13, 2015

Riddle #1: Name The Object

2 Points
 
Answer Due By Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 11:59pm
via Facebook Messenger or Email

What is black when you buy it, red when you use it and gray when you throw it away?

CHARCOAL

Sept. '15 Round 1 Answers

List Top Three U.S. Cities By Population
(In Order)
New York City, NY
Los Angeles, CA
Chicago, IL

Name All Seven Continents
(Alphabetical)
Africa
Antartica
Asia
Austrailia
Europe
North America
South America

Most Forgotten Continent
Antarctica

Desert to Continent
Arabian - Asia
Death Valley - North America
Gobi - Asia
Kalahari - Africa
Mohave - North America
Sahara - Africa

Most Populated Country
China

2nd: India
3rd: U.S.A.

Good Luck On Round 2