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Title: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 07, 2008, 12:35:21 AM
This Sunday I'll be posting the first round of questions in the quest to find Dm's Beatles Mastermind.

Each week, for ten weeks, I'll be posting ten questions in ten separate categories, including pictures, video's, and soundclips. Some will be easy, and some pretty tough, so you'll need to get your thinking caps on.

The first six categories are straight question and answer rounds. 'The Big Picture' will feature someone, or something that you have to identify. For instance, it may be an album cover, or someone associated with the group. 'Name That Tune' will consist of a video of The Fabs, but without the sound. You have to identify the song. In 'Beat The Intro' you'll be given a short soundclip of a song intro. But keep your ears pinned back because they are very short. 'The Big Finish' will be a difficult 10 point question, to sort the men from the boys!

Here are the categories. Good luck!

Beginnings
From the Quarrymen to first chart success
Beatlemania
From Love Me Do to Candlestick Park
The Studio Years
Sgt. Pepper, The Walrus, and beyond
And In The End
Get Back to Abbey Road
At The Movies
Test your knowledge of The Beatles in film
Quote Unquote
Who said what?
The Big Picture
Who or what is that?
Name That Tune
Videos of The Beatles
Beat The Intro
Identify the song and win the points
The Solo Years
Test your knowledge of the post Beatles era
The Big Finish
The big ten pointer!

The Scoring System
Two points will be given for every correct answer, unless specified otherwise. For instance, in the case of a two part question, points will be awarded accordingly. Ten points will be awarded for 'The Big Finish' question. A further five points will be awarded to anyone who answers all questions correctly.

Please do not post your answers on the forum. PM them to me with the heading 'Mastermind', no later than 12 noon GMT on Sunday.

Remember, if you want to win, you'll have to play each week!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on March 07, 2008, 03:35:03 AM
Quote from: 483
'The Big Finish' will be a difficult 10 point question, to sort the men from the boys!
Or the women from the girls!

Sounds fun, Paul. What happens if someone has to miss a week due to travel? Automatic out?


Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 07, 2008, 10:00:49 AM
If someone lets me know in advance that they're going to be away, it's possible that I could PM them the questions early - if I have them, or delay giving the answers out for a couple of days. We'll see what happens.

You're not out if you don't play one week. But you will be behind in the points. I'll be posting the points table with the answers each week.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 07, 2008, 01:44:56 PM
I've added a new category: The Solo Years.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on March 07, 2008, 01:53:36 PM
No! Say you didn't!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 07, 2008, 02:01:09 PM
Quote from: 63
No! Say you didn't!

 ;D ;D

I thought of a few interesting questions.

Not too sure how the quiz is shaping up. It looks like it might be too easy for some people, and too tough for others. I've been trying to find a happy medium. We'll find out next week I suppose.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on March 07, 2008, 02:13:37 PM
I think you should only ask questions that you think I know. Otherwise, I'll probably lose!

Fine option on the "going away" business. I may be here, but I never know. Cheers.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: JimmyMcCullochFan on March 07, 2008, 02:27:27 PM
Can't wait!  ;D
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 09, 2008, 10:46:41 AM
There seems to be some trouble with the Name That Tune video, though it's working fine for me. I'll check it out.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: alexis on March 09, 2008, 01:37:47 PM
Quote from: 483
There seems to be some trouble with the Name That Tune video, though it's working fine for me. I'll check it out.


Sorry, I can't tell - is it posted somewhere yet?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: alexis on March 09, 2008, 08:33:24 PM
What was the final word on the rules ... "open book" exam, i.e., we can use whatever resources we can get our hands on:

1) Google,
2) Other online resources,  
3) Resources we have at home:
       a) Books
       b) Magazines
       c) Album Covers
       d) CDs
       e) Songbooks
4) Bill Harry or Tony Sheridan!


... or are we only allowed to answer from memory?

I could have sworn I saw a post last week asking a similar question, but I don't remember seeing your answer BM, and I can't locate that post anymore ...


Thanks, I'll delay answering until I know what resources I can use to answer the questions (sorry ahead of time if this is explained somewhere else that I can't find at the moment), and until the "Name that Tune" video for week 1 is up and running (doesn't work here).
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 09, 2008, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: 568
What was the final word on the rules ... "open book" exam, i.e., we can use whatever resources we can get our hands on:

1) Google,
2) Other online resources,  
3) Resources we have at home:
       a) Books
       b) Magazines
       c) Album Covers
       d) CDs
       e) Songbooks
4) Bill Harry or Tony Sheridan!


... or are we only allowed to answer from memory?

I could have sworn I saw a post last week asking a similar question, but I don't remember seeing your answer BM, and I can't locate that post anymore ...


Thanks, I'll delay answering until I know what resources I can use to answer the questions (sorry ahead of time if this is explained somewhere else that I can't find at the moment), and until the "Name that Tune" video for week 1 is up and running (doesn't work here).

You can do whatever you like!

I don't know why the vid isn't working. It works for me. Maybe I'll just put the link to YouTube.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: maccalennon on March 09, 2008, 11:01:14 PM
yeah name that tune video is working. it just says video is no longer available
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 10, 2008, 07:07:37 AM
I uploaded it to YouTube again. They keep deleting it for some reason. It's working on my computer.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: maccalennon on March 10, 2008, 10:29:31 AM
i managed to view it on my mac but not on my windows laptop. If that gives any clues to the problem, i dont know what they are but may be relevant in some way
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 10, 2008, 10:55:45 AM
Then I'm at a loss. I've checked YouTube, and it's there. I've loaded plenty of vids from YouTube here, and as far as I know, they all work.

Anyone else having problems with it?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 10, 2008, 10:59:32 AM
Btw, did the 'Beat The Intro' clip work, before I changed it to an audio clip?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on March 10, 2008, 11:04:17 AM
Yes.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 10, 2008, 11:12:57 AM
Is the Name That Tune clip still not working for you Cor?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on March 10, 2008, 12:10:15 PM
It is now, thanks.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 10, 2008, 12:20:43 PM
You use a PC don't you? Should be OK for everyone then.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Ligger on March 11, 2008, 03:24:14 AM
Excellent questions.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 14, 2008, 11:49:46 AM
So far, a massive turn out of three!

I have to say that this will be an ex-quiz next week without a little more interest.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on March 14, 2008, 11:52:05 AM
Well, at least I can say I'm in the Top Three at this very moment!  :o
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 14, 2008, 01:15:42 PM
Quote from: 63
Well, at least I can say I'm in the Top Three at this very moment!  :o

Until someone else enters.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: maccalennon on March 14, 2008, 01:24:38 PM
me too
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on March 14, 2008, 03:24:37 PM
Have we started? I thought it was next week. (Sorry, quite behind on the forum... I'll find it.... I hope)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Kevin on March 14, 2008, 03:29:17 PM
I'm scared. I'm about to be found out.  
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on March 14, 2008, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: 483

Until someone else enters.

Nah, really? (lookaround)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Geoff on March 14, 2008, 05:08:49 PM
Quote from: 185
I'm scared. I'm about to be found out.  


Me, too. I need a new brain; eBay, maybe?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: alexis on March 14, 2008, 05:14:16 PM
Not that I thought I could compete with our local Beatle genii (?) based on memory alone, but at least I could delude myself that I had a fighting chance. However, the thought of having to do homework (scour the web, etc.) to get the answers just gives me the Willies.


Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Chris on March 14, 2008, 05:21:18 PM
Quote from: 483
I have to say that this will be an ex-quiz next week without a little more interest.
I wonder how many people check the forums they belong to only while they're at work, like I do. Part of the participation problem might be that the answers are posted on Sunday, and time's up on the same Sunday.

That was the reason I wasn't able to try answering the questions; I don't even have online access at home, since I get it for free at work. (Granted, the firewall will limit me to answering only the text questions.)

If it were allowed to sit for a few days, a lot more people might get involved. This is only a good guess, though.

(Unless we have an entire week, and the instructions aren't clear/were misread? That possibility just occurred to me.)

Also, as few people probably check the Games Forum, you might want to make sure that a reminder's always posted in the Beatles Forum.

Just some suggestions. I could be alone in not bothering with the Internet (TM) unless I'm killing time at work, but maybe not.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 15, 2008, 01:42:39 PM
Quote from: 911
I wonder how many people check the forums they belong to only while they're at work, like I do. Part of the participation problem might be that the answers are posted on Sunday, and time's up on the same Sunday.

Still allows exactly the same amount of week time, and weekend time to do it. Wouldn't make any difference if I started it on a tuesday.

Reminders are ocassionaly posted on both The Beatles forum, and The Games forum. I had to push a lot with the Song Survivor Game, but I thought more people would be interested in a quiz. I'd like at least double figures to continue. What irks me most with these things is that some people posting on things like 'Song Facts Game', and 'Name Game', don't bother to take part in something a bit more informative and worthwhile.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 15, 2008, 08:06:14 PM
Beatles Mastermind 2 will start Sunday 16 March at 12 noon GMT.

As their have so far only been 8 entrants for the first round I am going to leave it open for another week. You now have until Sunday 23 March at 12 noon GMT to PM the answers to Round 1. Round 2 however, will only last for one week, and so will also close next Sunday.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bungalow Bill on March 16, 2008, 04:48:47 AM
OOOH ME PLEASE I WANNA DO IT SIR! SIR!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 16, 2008, 09:34:31 AM
Quote from: 597
OOOH ME PLEASE I WANNA DO IT SIR! SIR!!!!!!!

Well get moving then!!! ;D
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: fendertele on March 16, 2008, 09:54:45 AM
:( was hanging about for the results today lol
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 16, 2008, 10:45:11 AM
The standings after Round 1 are:

Bobber  45
Geoff   45
Harry Lime   45
The End   45
Harihead   38
Beatlemaniac64  36
Maccalennon  33
Fendertele   32
DaveRam   18
Kevin   10

Don't forget, you can still vote in this round, up until next Sunday.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: fendertele on March 16, 2008, 11:15:09 AM
Quote from: 483
The standings after Round 1 are:

Bobber  45
Geoff   45
Harry Lime   45
The End   45
Harihead   38
Beatlemaniac64  36
Maccalennon  33
Fendertele   32
DaveRam   18
Kevin   10

Don't forget, you can still vote in this round, up until next Sunday.

cheers m8 hopefully do a little better in the next round
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: maccalennon on March 16, 2008, 05:58:57 PM
wasnt the maximum points total 40?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: DaveRam on March 16, 2008, 06:19:41 PM
Bugger 18 points i was so trying for the wooden spoon , looks like i've got some competion from Kevin (jumping)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: zipp on March 16, 2008, 09:27:07 PM
Quote from: 625
wasnt the maximum points total 40?

Yeah, I noticed that too.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on March 16, 2008, 09:33:19 PM
You get 5 bonus points if you answer all the questions correctly.

Clearly my bribe money was not high enough. *wrestles DaveRam and Kevin for the wooden spoon in a truly desperate move*
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: PaulieBear on March 16, 2008, 10:38:11 PM
"What irks me most with these things is that some people posting on things like 'Song Facts Game', and 'Name Game', don't bother to take part in something a bit more informative and worthwhile."

They're just fun things to do. Yes they can be a little irritating after a while when you get to many of the same basic thing but those kind of games are quick and don't take alot of time. I "play" them sometimes when I'm bored or no one is replying.
I have nothing against what you're saying or trying to pick a fight but they're just fun in times when there's nothing else to do. But I do appreciate you starting these quizes because they do  require some kind of brain function rather than your opinion.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: maccalennon on March 16, 2008, 10:40:42 PM
Quote from: 551
You get 5 bonus points if you answer all the questions correctly.


oh i see. How else do you get an odd number of points then. I thought it was 2,4,6 & 10 points
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: PaulieBear on March 16, 2008, 10:50:14 PM
Quote from: 568
However, the thought of having to do homework (scour the web, etc.) to get the answers just gives me the Willies.



same here, anything on the web could be a lie.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: DaveRam on March 16, 2008, 11:23:33 PM
Quote from: 551
You get 5 bonus points if you answer all the questions correctly.

Clearly my bribe money was not high enough. *wrestles DaveRam and Kevin for the wooden spoon in a truly desperate move*

Can you manage to wrestle both of us ? ive got a blackbelt in Origami
(laugh4)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: PaulieBear on March 16, 2008, 11:36:12 PM
this is off topic but how long will it take me to get to a new level other than a beginning?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on March 17, 2008, 01:58:52 AM
I assume you get an odd number of points if you get a question half right, but I'll let Paul answer that.

Quote from: 971
Can you manage to wrestle both of us ? ive got a blackbelt in Origami
(laugh4)
I expect to lose hideously. But... the loser gets the wooden spoon. So if I lose, I win!

Go ahead. Count me clever.

Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 17, 2008, 04:25:49 AM
Quote from: 625

oh i see. How else do you get an odd number of points then. I thought it was 2,4,6 & 10 points

If you're refering to your score, I gave you 5 points for only getting half of the final question correct. And you get an extra 5 points if you answer every question correctly.

A few more people have entered. Thanks. Here's the current standings:

Bobber  45
Geoff   45
Harry Lime   45
The End   45
Zipp   45
Harihead   38
Bungalow Bill   36
Beatlemaniac64  36
Maccalennon  33
Fendertele   32
DaveRam   18
Kevin   10
Pauliebear   4
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 17, 2008, 08:39:05 AM
You may PM me any corrections to your answers as long as I receive them before the closing time of that particular round. Round 1 finishes next Sunday 23 March at 12 noon GMT. Just send the corrected answer(s) not the whole thing.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Chris on March 17, 2008, 06:11:58 PM
So I was mistaken -- the answers aren't due on the same Sunday they're posted. I didn't see anywhere in your first post that we had a whole week. My mistake!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Harry Lime on March 17, 2008, 11:00:05 PM
Quote from: 977

same here, anything on the web could be a lie.
That means you could be lying as well  :o The humanity!  ;D
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: DaveRam on March 21, 2008, 10:51:43 AM
Sent Mastermind answers in for round 2 , have tried a little harder this week (smoking3)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 21, 2008, 10:54:23 AM
Quote from: 971
Sent Mastermind answers in for round 2 , have tried a little harder this week (smoking3)

And done a little better!!!

Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 21, 2008, 11:00:45 AM
I am getting a couple of different answers in for the question:

And In The End
The last recording session for 'Let It Be' by members of The Beatles took place on 4 January 1970. Name the song, and the Beatle that was not in attendence. 2 points for each.

The clue to the correct answer is in the question. 'Members' of The Beatles, and '4 January'.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 21, 2008, 05:00:33 PM
Don't forget that the closing date for entries for Mastermind 1 is this Sunday 23 March at 12 noon GMT. Mastermind 3 will start at the same time, and continue for 2 weeks. Mastermind 2 will finish on Sunday 30 March at 12 noon GMT.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on March 31, 2008, 08:52:57 AM
Round 2 will remain open for a few more hours, just in case anybody else wants to enter.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: zipp on April 01, 2008, 05:08:28 PM
When's round 4 coming along?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 03, 2008, 10:23:30 AM
The quiz will continue this Sunday. I've been sick with flu for most of the week, so I haven't really felt like putting it together. I'll be giving the results for rounds 2 & 3, and the standings, then round 4 starts.

Btw, only two people - Zipp, and Geoff - have the correct answer for the picture round.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: The End on April 03, 2008, 03:35:19 PM
Quote from: 483
Btw, only two people - Zipp, and Geoff - have the correct answer for the picture round.

And me!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 03, 2008, 03:40:11 PM
Quote from: 360

And me!

OK, you too!

And now Bobber, and Alexis.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 11, 2008, 03:40:15 PM
I've made an ammendment to the final question of Mastermind 4. It now reads:

Which Beatles single features John, Paul, and George trading the lead vocal.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 17, 2008, 10:05:24 AM
Due to a quite staggering lack of interest, I have decided to cancel the quiz. I'll tot up the scores from round 4 in a few days, if you like. It won't take long!!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: DaveRam on April 17, 2008, 10:41:19 AM
Quote from: 483
Due to a quite staggering lack of interest, I have decided to cancel the quiz. I'll tot up the scores from round 4 in a few days, if you like. It won't take long!!

Thank you for the work you put into the quiz Paul , it's a real shame people did'nt get behind it .
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 17, 2008, 11:17:57 AM
Thank you. I originally just wanted to generate some interest on what was, at the time, a pretty quiet forum. It's been a lot livelier recently though.

As I said on another thread, I had hoped that some of our younger members might feel inspired to do a little research, and learn something, but I was wrong there. That's a disappointment.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: harihead on April 17, 2008, 03:31:56 PM
Phooey. I'll send in my answers- Do I still have until Sunday?

Anyway, thanks for all your hard work. Also, we can revive this at another time if needed. The sound clips thing really took off, and that was devised for this quiz, wasn't it?
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: BlueMeanie on April 18, 2008, 10:06:36 AM
Quote from: 551
Anyway, thanks for all your hard work. Also, we can revive this at another time if needed. The sound clips thing really took off, and that was devised for this quiz, wasn't it?

Alan's been doing sound clips on his board for some time. I nicked it from him!
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: The End on April 19, 2008, 02:48:44 PM
That's a shame Paul - you must be congratulated on a well thought out and very challenging quiz! Good work fella! :)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Harry Lime on April 24, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
BlueMeanie, are you going to post the answers and standings for MasterMind 4? I'm quite interested in how much points I got  :)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: zipp on May 05, 2008, 01:29:04 PM
Bump.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on May 16, 2008, 01:57:12 PM
Bump again.
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: McLennon on May 16, 2008, 02:30:34 PM
Is there going to be another round of the quiz? I hope so
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: The End on September 10, 2008, 10:03:19 PM
Please can we have the results? :)
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: Bobber on September 15, 2008, 11:55:57 AM
I think Paul doesn't even know the answers himself!  :P
Title: Re: Beatles Mastermind - Notes & Queries
Post by: The End on September 23, 2008, 02:32:33 PM
Quote from: 483

Alan's been doing sound clips on his board for some time. I nicked it from him!

Oooh, I missed this comment last time! lol :)