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Architecturally, the school has a Catholic character. Atop the Main Building's gold dome is a golden statue of the Virgin Mary. Immediately in front of the Main Building and facing it, is a copper statue of Christ with arms upraised with the legend "Venite Ad Me Omnes". Next to the Main Building is the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Immediately behind the basilica is the Grotto, a Marian place of prayer and reflection. It is a replica of the grotto at Lourdes, France where the Virgin Mary reputedly appeared to Saint Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. At the end of the main drive (and in a direct line that connects through 3 statues and the Gold Dome), is a simple, modern stone statue of Mary. COUNT 5

QSN1 To whom did the Virgin Mary allegedly appear in 1858 in Lourdes France? ANS1 Saint Bernadette Soubirous QSN2 What is in front of the Notre Dame Main Building? ANS2 a copper statue of Christ QSN3 The Basilica of the Sacred heart at Notre Dame is beside to which structure? ANS3 the Main Building QSN4 What is the Grotto at Notre Dame? ANS4 a Marian place of prayer and reflection QSN5 What sits on top of the Main Building at Notre Dame? ANS5 a golden statue of the Virgin Mary

As at most other universities, Notre Dame's students run a number of news media outlets. The nine student-run outlets include three newspapers, both a radio and television station, and several magazines and journals. Begun as a one-page journal in September 1876, the Scholastic magazine is issued twice monthly and claims to be the oldest continuous collegiate publication in the United States. The other magazine, The Juggler, is released twice a year and focuses on student literature and artwork. The Dome yearbook is published annually. The newspapers have varying publication interests, with The Observer published daily and mainly reporting university and other news, and staffed by students from both Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College. Unlike Scholastic and The Dome, The Observer is an independent publication and does not have a faculty advisor or any editorial oversight from the University. In 1987, when some students believed that The Observer began to show a conservative bias, a liberal newspaper, Common Sense was published. Likewise, in 2003, when other students believed that the paper showed a liberal bias, the conservative paper Irish Rover went into production. Neither paper is published as often as The Observer; however, all three are distributed to all students. Finally, in Spring 2008 an undergraduate journal for political science research, Beyond Politics, made its debut. COUNT 5

QSN1 When did the Scholastic Magazine of Notre dame begin publishing? ANS1 September 1876 QSN2 How often is Notre Dame's the Juggler published? ANS2 twice QSN3 What is the daily student paper at Notre Dame called? ANS3 The Observer QSN4 How many student news papers are found at Notre Dame? ANS4 three QSN5 In what year did the student paper Common Sense begin publication at Notre Dame? ANS5 1987

The university is the major seat of the Congregation of Holy Cross (albeit not its official headquarters, which are in Rome). Its main seminary, Moreau Seminary, is located on the campus across St. Joseph lake from the Main Building. Old College, the oldest building on campus and located near the shore of St. Mary lake, houses undergraduate seminarians. Retired priests and brothers reside in Fatima House (a former retreat center), Holy Cross House, as well as Columba Hall near the Grotto. The university through the Moreau Seminary has ties to theologian Frederick Buechner. While not Catholic, Buechner has praised writers from Notre Dame and Moreau Seminary created a Buechner Prize for Preaching. COUNT 5

QSN1 Where is the headquarters of the Congregation of the Holy Cross? ANS1 Rome QSN2 What is the primary seminary of the Congregation of the Holy Cross? ANS2 Moreau Seminary QSN3 What is the oldest structure at Notre Dame? ANS3 Old College QSN4 What individuals live at Fatima House at Notre Dame? ANS4 Retired priests and brothers QSN5 Which prize did Frederick Buechner create? ANS5 Buechner Prize for Preaching

The College of Engineering was established in 1920, however, early courses in civil and mechanical engineering were a part of the College of Science since the 1870s. Today the college, housed in the Fitzpatrick, Cushing, and Stinson-Remick Halls of Engineering, includes five departments of study – aerospace and mechanical engineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, civil engineering and geological sciences, computer science and engineering, and electrical engineering – with eight B.S. degrees offered. Additionally, the college offers five-year dual degree programs with the Colleges of Arts and Letters and of Business awarding additional B.A. and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees, respectively. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many BS level degrees are offered in the College of Engineering at Notre Dame? ANS1 eight QSN2 In what year was the College of Engineering at Notre Dame formed? ANS2 1920 QSN3 Before the creation of the College of Engineering similar studies were carried out at which Notre Dame college? ANS3 the College of Science QSN4 How many departments are within the Stinson-Remick Hall of Engineering? ANS4 five QSN5 The College of Science began to offer civil engineering courses beginning at what time at Notre Dame? ANS5 the 1870s

All of Notre Dame's undergraduate students are a part of one of the five undergraduate colleges at the school or are in the First Year of Studies program. The First Year of Studies program was established in 1962 to guide incoming freshmen in their first year at the school before they have declared a major. Each student is given an academic advisor from the program who helps them to choose classes that give them exposure to any major in which they are interested. The program also includes a Learning Resource Center which provides time management, collaborative learning, and subject tutoring. This program has been recognized previously, by U.S. News & World Report, as outstanding. COUNT 4

QSN1 What entity provides help with the management of time for new students at Notre Dame? ANS1 Learning Resource Center QSN2 How many colleges for undergraduates are at Notre Dame? ANS2 five QSN3 What was created at Notre Dame in 1962 to assist first year students? ANS3 The First Year of Studies program QSN4 Which organization declared the First Year of Studies program at Notre Dame "outstanding?" ANS4 U.S. News & World Report

The university first offered graduate degrees, in the form of a Master of Arts (MA), in the 1854–1855 academic year. The program expanded to include Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Master of Civil Engineering in its early stages of growth, before a formal graduate school education was developed with a thesis not required to receive the degrees. This changed in 1924 with formal requirements developed for graduate degrees, including offering Doctorate (PhD) degrees. Today each of the five colleges offer graduate education. Most of the departments from the College of Arts and Letters offer PhD programs, while a professional Master of Divinity (M.Div.) program also exists. All of the departments in the College of Science offer PhD programs, except for the Department of Pre-Professional Studies. The School of Architecture offers a Master of Architecture, while each of the departments of the College of Engineering offer PhD programs. The College of Business offers multiple professional programs including MBA and Master of Science in Accountancy programs. It also operates facilities in Chicago and Cincinnati for its executive MBA program. Additionally, the Alliance for Catholic Education program offers a Master of Education program where students study at the university during the summer and teach in Catholic elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools across the Southern United States for two school years. COUNT 5

QSN1 The granting of Doctorate degrees first occurred in what year at Notre Dame? ANS1 1924 QSN2 What type of degree is an M.Div.? ANS2 Master of Divinity QSN3 Which program at Notre Dame offers a Master of Education degree? ANS3 Alliance for Catholic Education QSN4 In what year was a Master of Arts course first offered at Notre Dame? ANS4 1854 QSN5 Which department at Notre Dame is the only one to not offer a PhD program? ANS5 Department of Pre-Professional Studies

The Joan B. Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame is dedicated to research, education and outreach on the causes of violent conflict and the conditions for sustainable peace. It offers PhD, Master's, and undergraduate degrees in peace studies. It was founded in 1986 through the donations of Joan B. Kroc, the widow of McDonald's owner Ray Kroc. The institute was inspired by the vision of the Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh CSC, President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame. The institute has contributed to international policy discussions about peace building practices. COUNT 5

QSN1 What institute at Notre Dame studies the reasons for violent conflict? ANS1 Joan B. Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies QSN2 What is the title of Notre Dame's Theodore Hesburgh? ANS2 President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame QSN3 In what year was the Joan B. Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies founded? ANS3 1986 QSN4 To whom was John B. Kroc married? ANS4 Ray Kroc QSN5 What company did Ray Kroc own? ANS5 McDonald's

The library system of the university is divided between the main library and each of the colleges and schools. The main building is the 14-story Theodore M. Hesburgh Library, completed in 1963, which is the third building to house the main collection of books. The front of the library is adorned with the Word of Life mural designed by artist Millard Sheets. This mural is popularly known as "Touchdown Jesus" because of its proximity to Notre Dame Stadium and Jesus' arms appearing to make the signal for a touchdown. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many stories tall is the main library at Notre Dame? ANS1 14 QSN2 What is the name of the main library at Notre Dame? ANS2 Theodore M. Hesburgh Library QSN3 In what year was the Theodore M. Hesburgh Library at Notre Dame finished? ANS3 1963 QSN4 Which artist created the mural on the Theodore M. Hesburgh Library? ANS4 Millard Sheets QSN5 What is a common name to reference the mural created by Millard Sheets at Notre Dame? ANS5 Touchdown Jesus

Notre Dame is known for its competitive admissions, with the incoming class enrolling in fall 2015 admitting 3,577 from a pool of 18,156 (19.7%). The academic profile of the enrolled class continues to rate among the top 10 to 15 in the nation for national research universities. The university practices a non-restrictive early action policy that allows admitted students to consider admission to Notre Dame as well as any other colleges to which they were accepted. 1,400 of the 3,577 (39.1%) were admitted under the early action plan. Admitted students came from 1,311 high schools and the average student traveled more than 750 miles to Notre Dame, making it arguably the most representative university in the United States. While all entering students begin in the College of the First Year of Studies, 25% have indicated they plan to study in the liberal arts or social sciences, 24% in engineering, 24% in business, 24% in science, and 3% in architecture. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many incoming students did Notre Dame admit in fall 2015? ANS1 3,577 QSN2 What percentage of students were admitted to Notre Dame in fall 2015? ANS2 19.7% QSN3 Where does Notre Dame rank in terms of academic profile among research universities in the US? ANS3 the top 10 to 15 in the nation QSN4 What percentage of students at Notre Dame participated in the Early Action program? ANS4 39.1% QSN5 How many miles does the average student at Notre Dame travel to study there? ANS5 more than 750 miles

In 2015-2016, Notre Dame ranked 18th overall among "national universities" in the United States in U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges 2016. In 2014, USA Today ranked Notre Dame 10th overall for American universities based on data from College Factual. Forbes.com's America's Best Colleges ranks Notre Dame 13th among colleges in the United States in 2015, 8th among Research Universities, and 1st in the Midwest. U.S. News & World Report also lists Notre Dame Law School as 22nd overall. BusinessWeek ranks Mendoza College of Business undergraduate school as 1st overall. It ranks the MBA program as 20th overall. The Philosophical Gourmet Report ranks Notre Dame's graduate philosophy program as 15th nationally, while ARCHITECT Magazine ranked the undergraduate architecture program as 12th nationally. Additionally, the study abroad program ranks sixth in highest participation percentage in the nation, with 57.6% of students choosing to study abroad in 17 countries. According to payscale.com, undergraduate alumni of University of Notre Dame have a mid-career median salary $110,000, making it the 24th highest among colleges and universities in the United States. The median starting salary of $55,300 ranked 58th in the same peer group. COUNT 5

QSN1 Where did U.S. News & World Report rank Notre Dame in its 2015-2016 university rankings? ANS1 18th overall QSN2 Forbes.com placed Notre Dame at what position compared to other US research universities? ANS2 8th QSN3 The undergrad school at the Mendoza College of Business was ranked where according to BusinessWeek? ANS3 1st overall QSN4 In 2014 what entity named Notre Dame 10th best of all American universities? ANS4 USA Today QSN5 What percentage of Notre Dame students decide to study abroad? ANS5 57.6%

Father Joseph Carrier, C.S.C. was Director of the Science Museum and the Library and Professor of Chemistry and Physics until 1874. Carrier taught that scientific research and its promise for progress were not antagonistic to the ideals of intellectual and moral culture endorsed by the Church. One of Carrier's students was Father John Augustine Zahm (1851–1921) who was made Professor and Co-Director of the Science Department at age 23 and by 1900 was a nationally prominent scientist and naturalist. Zahm was active in the Catholic Summer School movement, which introduced Catholic laity to contemporary intellectual issues. His book Evolution and Dogma (1896) defended certain aspects of evolutionary theory as true, and argued, moreover, that even the great Church teachers Thomas Aquinas and Augustine taught something like it. The intervention of Irish American Catholics in Rome prevented Zahm's censure by the Vatican. In 1913, Zahm and former President Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a major expedition through the Amazon. COUNT 5

QSN1 What person was the Director of the Science Museum at Notre Dame in the late 19th century? ANS1 Father Joseph Carrier, C.S.C. QSN2 What was the lifespan of John Augustine Zahm? ANS2 1851–1921 QSN3 What program did John Augustine Zahm come to co-direct at Nore Dame? ANS3 the Science Department QSN4 What book did John Zahm write in 1896? ANS4 Evolution and Dogma QSN5 What professorship did Father Josh Carrier hold at Notre Dame? ANS5 Professor of Chemistry and Physics

In 1882, Albert Zahm (John Zahm's brother) built an early wind tunnel used to compare lift to drag of aeronautical models. Around 1899, Professor Jerome Green became the first American to send a wireless message. In 1931, Father Julius Nieuwland performed early work on basic reactions that was used to create neoprene. Study of nuclear physics at the university began with the building of a nuclear accelerator in 1936, and continues now partly through a partnership in the Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics. COUNT 5

QSN1 In what year did Albert Zahm begin comparing aeronatical models at Notre Dame? ANS1 1882 QSN2 Which professor sent the first wireless message in the USA? ANS2 Professor Jerome Green QSN3 In what year did Jerome Green send his first wireless message? ANS3 Around 1899 QSN4 Which individual worked on projects at Notre Dame that eventually created neoprene? ANS4 Father Julius Nieuwland QSN5 What did the brother of John Zahm construct at Notre Dame? ANS5 an early wind tunnel

The Lobund Institute grew out of pioneering research in germ-free-life which began in 1928. This area of research originated in a question posed by Pasteur as to whether animal life was possible without bacteria. Though others had taken up this idea, their research was short lived and inconclusive. Lobund was the first research organization to answer definitively, that such life is possible and that it can be prolonged through generations. But the objective was not merely to answer Pasteur's question but also to produce the germ free animal as a new tool for biological and medical research. This objective was reached and for years Lobund was a unique center for the study and production of germ free animals and for their use in biological and medical investigations. Today the work has spread to other universities. In the beginning it was under the Department of Biology and a program leading to the master's degree accompanied the research program. In the 1940s Lobund achieved independent status as a purely research organization and in 1950 was raised to the status of an Institute. In 1958 it was brought back into the Department of Biology as integral part of that department, but with its own program leading to the degree of PhD in Gnotobiotics. COUNT 5

QSN1 Work on a germ-free-life ended up in the creation of which Notre Dame institute? ANS1 The Lobund Institute QSN2 Around what time did Lobund of Notre Dame become independent? ANS2 the 1940s QSN3 In what year did Lobund at Notre Dame become an Institute? ANS3 1950 QSN4 The Lobund Institute was merged into the Department of Biology at Notre Dame in what year? ANS4 1958 QSN5 When did study of a germ-free-life begin at Notre Dame? ANS5 1928

The Review of Politics was founded in 1939 by Gurian, modeled after German Catholic journals. It quickly emerged as part of an international Catholic intellectual revival, offering an alternative vision to positivist philosophy. For 44 years, the Review was edited by Gurian, Matthew Fitzsimons, Frederick Crosson, and Thomas Stritch. Intellectual leaders included Gurian, Jacques Maritain, Frank O'Malley, Leo Richard Ward, F. A. Hermens, and John U. Nef. It became a major forum for political ideas and modern political concerns, especially from a Catholic and scholastic tradition. COUNT 4

QSN1 Gurian created what in 1939 at Notre Dame? ANS1 The Review of Politics QSN2 What was the Review of Politics inspired by? ANS2 German Catholic journals QSN3 Over how many years did Gurian edit the Review of Politics at Notre Dame? ANS3 44 QSN4 Thomas Stritch was an editor of which publican from Notre Dame? ANS4 Review of Politics

As of 2012[update] research continued in many fields. The university president, John Jenkins, described his hope that Notre Dame would become "one of the pre–eminent research institutions in the world" in his inaugural address. The university has many multi-disciplinary institutes devoted to research in varying fields, including the Medieval Institute, the Kellogg Institute for International Studies, the Kroc Institute for International Peace studies, and the Center for Social Concerns. Recent research includes work on family conflict and child development, genome mapping, the increasing trade deficit of the United States with China, studies in fluid mechanics, computational science and engineering, and marketing trends on the Internet. As of 2013, the university is home to the Notre Dame Global Adaptation Index which ranks countries annually based on how vulnerable they are to climate change and how prepared they are to adapt. COUNT 5

QSN1 Who was the president of Notre Dame in 2012? ANS1 John Jenkins QSN2 The Kellogg Institute for International Studies is part of which university? ANS2 Notre Dame QSN3 What does the Kroc Institute at Notre Dame focus on? ANS3 International Peace studies QSN4 In what year did Notre Dame begin to host the Global Adaptation Index? ANS4 2013 QSN5 What threat does the Global Adaptation Index study? ANS5 climate change

In 2014 the Notre Dame student body consisted of 12,179 students, with 8,448 undergraduates, 2,138 graduate and professional and 1,593 professional (Law, M.Div., Business, M.Ed.) students. Around 21–24% of students are children of alumni, and although 37% of students come from the Midwestern United States, the student body represents all 50 states and 100 countries. As of March 2007[update] The Princeton Review ranked the school as the fifth highest 'dream school' for parents to send their children. As of March 2015[update] The Princeton Review ranked Notre Dame as the ninth highest. The school has been previously criticized for its lack of diversity, and The Princeton Review ranks the university highly among schools at which "Alternative Lifestyles [are] Not an Alternative." It has also been commended by some diversity oriented publications; Hispanic Magazine in 2004 ranked the university ninth on its list of the top–25 colleges for Latinos, and The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education recognized the university in 2006 for raising enrollment of African-American students. With 6,000 participants, the university's intramural sports program was named in 2004 by Sports Illustrated as the best program in the country, while in 2007 The Princeton Review named it as the top school where "Everyone Plays Intramural Sports." The annual Bookstore Basketball tournament is the largest outdoor five-on-five tournament in the world with over 700 teams participating each year, while the Notre Dame Men's Boxing Club hosts the annual Bengal Bouts tournament that raises money for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many undergrads were attending Notre Dame in 2014? ANS1 8,448 QSN2 What percentage of students at Notre Dame are the children of former Notre Dame students? ANS2 21–24% QSN3 How many teams participate in the Notre Dame Bookstore Basketball tournament? ANS3 over 700 QSN4 For what cause is money raised at the Bengal Bouts tournament at Notre Dame? ANS4 the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh QSN5 How many students in total were at Notre Dame in 2014? ANS5 12,179

About 80% of undergraduates and 20% of graduate students live on campus. The majority of the graduate students on campus live in one of four graduate housing complexes on campus, while all on-campus undergraduates live in one of the 29 residence halls. Because of the religious affiliation of the university, all residence halls are single-sex, with 15 male dorms and 14 female dorms. The university maintains a visiting policy (known as parietal hours) for those students who live in dormitories, specifying times when members of the opposite sex are allowed to visit other students' dorm rooms; however, all residence halls have 24-hour social spaces for students regardless of gender. Many residence halls have at least one nun and/or priest as a resident. There are no traditional social fraternities or sororities at the university, but a majority of students live in the same residence hall for all four years. Some intramural sports are based on residence hall teams, where the university offers the only non-military academy program of full-contact intramural American football. At the end of the intramural season, the championship game is played on the field in Notre Dame Stadium. COUNT 5

QSN1 What percentage of undergrads live on the Notre Dame campus? ANS1 80% QSN2 How many student housing areas are reserved for Notre Dame's graduate students? ANS2 four QSN3 How many dorms for males are on the Notre Dame campus? ANS3 15 QSN4 What amount of the graduate student body at Notre Dame live on the campus? ANS4 20% QSN5 There are how many dorms for females at Notre Dame? ANS5 14

The university is affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross (Latin: Congregatio a Sancta Cruce, abbreviated postnominals: "CSC"). While religious affiliation is not a criterion for admission, more than 93% of students identify as Christian, with over 80% of the total being Catholic. Collectively, Catholic Mass is celebrated over 100 times per week on campus, and a large campus ministry program provides for the faith needs of the community. There are multitudes of religious statues and artwork around campus, most prominent of which are the statue of Mary on the Main Building, the Notre Dame Grotto, and the Word of Life mural on Hesburgh Library depicting Christ as a teacher. Additionally, every classroom displays a crucifix. There are many religious clubs (catholic and non-Catholic) at the school, including Council #1477 of the Knights of Columbus (KOC), Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM), Jewish Club, Muslim Student Association, Orthodox Christian Fellowship, The Mormon Club, and many more. The Notre Dame KofC are known for being the first collegiate council of KofC, operating a charitable concession stand during every home football game and owning their own building on campus which can be used as a cigar lounge. Fifty-seven chapels are located throughout the campus. COUNT 5

QSN1 What is Congregation of Holy Cross in Latin? ANS1 Congregatio a Sancta Cruce QSN2 What percentage of Notre Dame students feel they are Christian? ANS2 more than 93% QSN3 How often is Catholic mass held at Notre Dame in a week? ANS3 over 100 times QSN4 How many chapels are on the Notre Dame campus? ANS4 Fifty-seven QSN5 What amount of the student body of Notre Dame identifies as Catholic? ANS5 over 80%

This Main Building, and the library collection, was entirely destroyed by a fire in April 1879, and the school closed immediately and students were sent home. The university founder, Fr. Sorin and the president at the time, the Rev. William Corby, immediately planned for the rebuilding of the structure that had housed virtually the entire University. Construction was started on the 17th of May and by the incredible zeal of administrator and workers the building was completed before the fall semester of 1879. The library collection was also rebuilt and stayed housed in the new Main Building for years afterwards. Around the time of the fire, a music hall was opened. Eventually becoming known as Washington Hall, it hosted plays and musical acts put on by the school. By 1880, a science program was established at the university, and a Science Hall (today LaFortune Student Center) was built in 1883. The hall housed multiple classrooms and science labs needed for early research at the university. COUNT 5

QSN1 What was the music hall at Notre Dame called? ANS1 Washington Hall QSN2 In what year was the Main Building at Notre Dame razed in a fire? ANS2 1879 QSN3 Who was the president of Notre Dame in 1879? ANS3 Rev. William Corby QSN4 On what date was the rebuilding of The Main Building begun at Notre Dame after the fire that claimed the previous? ANS4 17th of May QSN5 What did the Science Hall at Notre Dame come to be known as? ANS5 LaFortune Student Center

In 1919 Father James Burns became president of Notre Dame, and in three years he produced an academic revolution that brought the school up to national standards by adopting the elective system and moving away from the university's traditional scholastic and classical emphasis. By contrast, the Jesuit colleges, bastions of academic conservatism, were reluctant to move to a system of electives. Their graduates were shut out of Harvard Law School for that reason. Notre Dame continued to grow over the years, adding more colleges, programs, and sports teams. By 1921, with the addition of the College of Commerce, Notre Dame had grown from a small college to a university with five colleges and a professional law school. The university continued to expand and add new residence halls and buildings with each subsequent president. COUNT 5

QSN1 What type of education was pushed at Notre Dame before its embracing of national standards? ANS1 scholastic and classical QSN2 Which college did Notre Dame add in 1921? ANS2 College of Commerce QSN3 In 1919 a new president of Notre Dame was named, who was it? ANS3 Father James Burns QSN4 Over how many years did the change to national standards undertaken at Notre Dame in the early 20th century take place? ANS4 three years QSN5 Those who attended a Jesuit college may have been forbidden from joining which Law School due to the curricula at the Jesuit institution? ANS5 Harvard Law School

One of the main driving forces in the growth of the University was its football team, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Knute Rockne became head coach in 1918. Under Rockne, the Irish would post a record of 105 wins, 12 losses, and five ties. During his 13 years the Irish won three national championships, had five undefeated seasons, won the Rose Bowl in 1925, and produced players such as George Gipp and the "Four Horsemen". Knute Rockne has the highest winning percentage (.881) in NCAA Division I/FBS football history. Rockne's offenses employed the Notre Dame Box and his defenses ran a 7–2–2 scheme. The last game Rockne coached was on December 14, 1930 when he led a group of Notre Dame all-stars against the New York Giants in New York City. COUNT 5

QSN1 The Notre Dame football team got a new head coach in 1918, who was it? ANS1 Knute Rockne QSN2 What was the amount of wins Knute Rockne attained at Notre Dame while head coach? ANS2 105 QSN3 In what year did the team lead by Knute Rockne win the Rose Bowl? ANS3 1925 QSN4 How many years was Knute Rockne head coach at Notre Dame? ANS4 13 QSN5 How many national titles were won when Knute Rockne coached at Notre Dame? ANS5 three

The success of its football team made Notre Dame a household name. The success of Note Dame reflected rising status of Irish Americans and Catholics in the 1920s. Catholics rallied up around the team and listen to the games on the radio, especially when it knocked off the schools that symbolized the Protestant establishment in America — Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Army. Yet this role as high-profile flagship institution of Catholicism made it an easy target of anti-Catholicism. The most remarkable episode of violence was the clash between Notre Dame students and the Ku Klux Klan in 1924. Nativism and anti-Catholicism, especially when directed towards immigrants, were cornerstones of the KKK's rhetoric, and Notre Dame was seen as a symbol of the threat posed by the Catholic Church. The Klan decided to have a week-long Klavern in South Bend. Clashes with the student body started on March 17, when students, aware of the anti-Catholic animosity, blocked the Klansmen from descending from their trains in the South Bend station and ripped the KKK clothes and regalia. On May 19 thousands of students massed downtown protesting the Klavern, and only the arrival of college president Fr. Matthew Walsh prevented any further clashes. The next day, football coach Knute Rockne spoke at a campus rally and implored the students to obey the college president and refrain from further violence. A few days later the Klavern broke up, but the hostility shown by the students was an omen and a contribution to the downfall of the KKK in Indiana. COUNT 5

QSN1 Catholic people identified with Notre Dame, what religious group did people feel Yale represented? ANS1 the Protestant establishment QSN2 Notre Dame students had a showdown in 1924 with which anti-catholic group? ANS2 the Ku Klux Klan QSN3 Which college president of Notre Dame is credited with preventing more confrontations between students and the KKK? ANS3 Fr. Matthew Walsh QSN4 What type of event did the Klan intend to have at Notre Dame in March of 1924? ANS4 a week-long Klavern QSN5 Where did Notre Dame students and the KKK have their encounter? ANS5 South Bend

Holy Cross Father John Francis O'Hara was elected vice-president in 1933 and president of Notre Dame in 1934. During his tenure at Notre Dame, he brought numerous refugee intellectuals to campus; he selected Frank H. Spearman, Jeremiah D. M. Ford, Irvin Abell, and Josephine Brownson for the Laetare Medal, instituted in 1883. O'Hara strongly believed that the Fighting Irish football team could be an effective means to "acquaint the public with the ideals that dominate" Notre Dame. He wrote, "Notre Dame football is a spiritual service because it is played for the honor and glory of God and of his Blessed Mother. When St. Paul said: 'Whether you eat or drink, or whatsoever else you do, do all for the glory of God,' he included football." COUNT 5

QSN1 Which person became vice-president of Notre Dame in 1933? ANS1 Father John Francis O'Hara QSN2 Who was the president of Notre Dame in 1934? ANS2 Father John Francis O'Hara QSN3 Irvin Abell was given what award by Notre Dame? ANS3 Laetare Medal QSN4 Which year was the Laetare Medal first given out at Notre Dame? ANS4 1883 QSN5 For whos glory did Father O'Hara believed that the Notre Dame football team played? ANS5 God

The Rev. John J. Cavanaugh, C.S.C. served as president from 1946 to 1952. Cavanaugh's legacy at Notre Dame in the post-war years was devoted to raising academic standards and reshaping the university administration to suit it to an enlarged educational mission and an expanded student body and stressing advanced studies and research at a time when Notre Dame quadrupled in student census, undergraduate enrollment increased by more than half, and graduate student enrollment grew fivefold. Cavanaugh also established the Lobund Institute for Animal Studies and Notre Dame's Medieval Institute. Cavanaugh also presided over the construction of the Nieuwland Science Hall, Fisher Hall, and the Morris Inn, as well as the Hall of Liberal Arts (now O'Shaughnessy Hall), made possible by a donation from I.A. O'Shaughnessy, at the time the largest ever made to an American Catholic university. Cavanaugh also established a system of advisory councils at the university, which continue today and are vital to the university's governance and development COUNT 5

QSN1 Around the time that Rev. Cavanaugh became president of Notre Dame by how much did the undergrad student body of Notre Dame increase? ANS1 more than half QSN2 Which institute involving animal life did Cavanaugh create at Notre Dame? ANS2 Lobund Institute for Animal Studies QSN3 What is O'Shaughnessy Hall of Notre Dame formerly known as? ANS3 Hall of Liberal Arts QSN4 Which president did Notre Dame have in 1947? ANS4 Rev. John J. Cavanaugh, C.S.C. QSN5 Outside of an institute studying animals, what other institute did Cavanugh create at Notre Dame? ANS5 Medieval Institute

The Rev. Theodore Hesburgh, C.S.C., (1917–2015) served as president for 35 years (1952–87) of dramatic transformations. In that time the annual operating budget rose by a factor of 18 from $9.7 million to $176.6 million, and the endowment by a factor of 40 from $9 million to $350 million, and research funding by a factor of 20 from $735,000 to $15 million. Enrollment nearly doubled from 4,979 to 9,600, faculty more than doubled 389 to 950, and degrees awarded annually doubled from 1,212 to 2,500. COUNT 5

QSN1 What was the lifespan of Theodore Hesburgh? ANS1 1917–2015 QSN2 In the time that Hesburgh was president of Notre Dame by what factor did the operating budget increase? ANS2 18 QSN3 What was the size of the Notre Dame endowment when Theodore Hesburgh became president? ANS3 $9 million QSN4 During what years was Theodor Hesburgh president of Notre Dame? ANS4 1952–87 QSN5 How many faculty members were at Notre Dame when Hesburgh left the role of president? ANS5 950

Hesburgh is also credited with transforming the face of Notre Dame by making it a coeducational institution. In the mid-1960s Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College developed a co-exchange program whereby several hundred students took classes not offered at their home institution, an arrangement that added undergraduate women to a campus that already had a few women in the graduate schools. After extensive debate, merging with St. Mary's was rejected, primarily because of the differential in faculty qualifications and pay scales. "In American college education," explained the Rev. Charles E. Sheedy, C.S.C., Notre Dame's Dean of Arts and Letters, "certain features formerly considered advantageous and enviable are now seen as anachronistic and out of place.... In this environment of diversity, the integration of the sexes is a normal and expected aspect, replacing separatism." Thomas Blantz, C.S.C., Notre Dame's Vice President of Student Affairs, added that coeducation "opened up a whole other pool of very bright students." Two of the male residence halls were converted for the newly admitted female students that first year, while two others were converted for the next school year. In 1971 Mary Ann Proctor became the first female undergraduate; she transferred from St. Mary's College. In 1972 the first woman to graduate was Angela Sienko, who earned a bachelor's degree in marketing. COUNT 5

QSN1 What type of educational institute is Hesburgh given credit for creating at Notre Dame? ANS1 coeducational QSN2 Which role did Charles Sheedy have at Notre Dame? ANS2 Dean of Arts and Letters QSN3 What title did Thomas Blantz have at Notre Dame? ANS3 Vice President of Student Affairs QSN4 In what year did Notre Dame have its earliest undergraduate that was female? ANS4 1971 QSN5 With what institute did Notre Dame agree to an exchange program in the 1960s? ANS5 Saint Mary's College

In the 18 years under the presidency of Edward Malloy, C.S.C., (1987–2005), there was a rapid growth in the school's reputation, faculty, and resources. He increased the faculty by more than 500 professors; the academic quality of the student body has improved dramatically, with the average SAT score rising from 1240 to 1360; the number of minority students more than doubled; the endowment grew from $350 million to more than $3 billion; the annual operating budget rose from $177 million to more than $650 million; and annual research funding improved from $15 million to more than $70 million. Notre Dame's most recent[when?] capital campaign raised $1.1 billion, far exceeding its goal of $767 million, and is the largest in the history of Catholic higher education. COUNT 5

QSN1 During what years was Edward Malloy president of Notre Dame? ANS1 1987–2005 QSN2 What was the SAT score, on average, at Notre Dame when Edward Malloy became president? ANS2 1240 QSN3 When Malloy became president of Notre Dame what was the size of the endowment? ANS3 $350 million QSN4 When Malloy reached the end of his time as president how much annuals funding for research did Notre Dame have? ANS4 more than $70 million QSN5 The amount of professors at Notre Dame increased by what amount under Malloy? ANS5 500

Since 2005, Notre Dame has been led by John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., the 17th president of the university. Jenkins took over the position from Malloy on July 1, 2005. In his inaugural address, Jenkins described his goals of making the university a leader in research that recognizes ethics and building the connection between faith and studies. During his tenure, Notre Dame has increased its endowment, enlarged its student body, and undergone many construction projects on campus, including Compton Family Ice Arena, a new architecture hall, additional residence halls, and the Campus Crossroads, a $400m enhancement and expansion of Notre Dame Stadium. COUNT 5

QSN1 When did John Jenkins become the president of Notre Dame? ANS1 2005 QSN2 In terms of the amount of presidents Notre Dame has had, where is John Jenkins on the list? ANS2 17th QSN3 Who was the Notre Dame president that preceded John Jenkins? ANS3 Malloy QSN4 Which arena was constructed under Jenkins at Notre Dame? ANS4 Compton Family Ice Arena QSN5 How much money was spent on enhancing Notre Dame Stadium under John Jenkins? ANS5 $400m

Because of its Catholic identity, a number of religious buildings stand on campus. The Old College building has become one of two seminaries on campus run by the Congregation of Holy Cross. The current Basilica of the Sacred Heart is located on the spot of Fr. Sorin's original church, which became too small for the growing college. It is built in French Revival style and it is decorated by stained glass windows imported directly from France. The interior was painted by Luigi Gregori, an Italian painter invited by Fr. Sorin to be artist in residence. The Basilica also features a bell tower with a carillon. Inside the church there are also sculptures by Ivan Mestrovic. The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, which was built in 1896, is a replica of the original in Lourdes, France. It is very popular among students and alumni as a place of prayer and meditation, and it is considered one of the most beloved spots on campus. COUNT 5

QSN1 Which congregation is in charge of the Old College at Notre Dame? ANS1 Congregation of Holy Cross QSN2 What structure is found on the location of the original church of Father Sorin at Notre Dame? ANS2 Basilica of the Sacred Heart QSN3 In which architectural style is the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at Notre Dame made? ANS3 French Revival QSN4 Which individual painted the inside of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at Notre Dame? ANS4 Luigi Gregori QSN5 In what year was the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at Notre Dame constructed? ANS5 1896

A Science Hall was built in 1883 under the direction of Fr. Zahm, but in 1950 it was converted to a student union building and named LaFortune Center, after Joseph LaFortune, an oil executive from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Commonly known as "LaFortune" or "LaFun," it is a 4-story building of 83,000 square feet that provides the Notre Dame community with a meeting place for social, recreational, cultural, and educational activities. LaFortune employs 35 part-time student staff and 29 full-time non-student staff and has an annual budget of $1.2 million. Many businesses, services, and divisions of The Office of Student Affairs are found within. The building also houses restaurants from national restaurant chains. COUNT 5

QSN1 Which person oversaw the creation of a science hall at Notre Dame in 1883? ANS1 Fr. Zahm QSN2 In what year did the student union building at Notre Dame get renamed to LaFortune Center? ANS2 1950 QSN3 After which individual was the LaFortune Center Notre Dame named? ANS3 Joseph LaFortune QSN4 How large in square feet is the LaFortune Center at Notre Dame? ANS4 83,000 square feet QSN5 What is the annual budget of Notre Dame's LaFortune Center? ANS5 $1.2 million

Since the construction of its oldest buildings, the university's physical plant has grown substantially. Over the years 29 residence halls have been built to accommodate students and each has been constructed with its own chapel. Many academic building were added together with a system of libraries, the most prominent of which is the Theodore Hesburgh Library, built in 1963 and today containing almost 4 million books. Since 2004, several buildings have been added, including the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, the Guglielmino Complex, and the Jordan Hall of Science. Additionally, a new residence for men, Duncan Hall, was begun on March 8, 2007, and began accepting residents for the Fall 2008 semester. Ryan Hall was completed and began housing undergraduate women in the fall of 2009. A new engineering building, Stinson-Remick Hall, a new combination Center for Social Concerns/Institute for Church Life building, Geddes Hall, and a law school addition have recently been completed as well. Additionally the new hockey arena opened in the fall of 2011. The Stayer Center for Executive Education, which houses the Mendoza College of Business Executive Education Department opened in March 2013 just South of the Mendoza College of Business building. Because of its long athletic tradition, the university features also many building dedicated to sport. The most famous is Notre Dame Stadium, home of the Fighting Irish football team; it has been renovated several times and today it can hold more than 80 thousand people. Prominent venues include also the Edmund P. Joyce Center, with indoor basketball and volleyball courts, and the Compton Family Ice Arena, a two-rink facility dedicated to hockey. Also, there are many outdoor fields, as the Frank Eck Stadium for baseball. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many halls are at Notre Dame that house students? ANS1 29 QSN2 Which library was built at Notre Dame in 1963? ANS2 Theodore Hesburgh Library QSN3 How many books are housed at the Theodore Hesburgh Library? ANS3 almost 4 million QSN4 Construction for which hall started on March 8th 2007 at Notre Dame? ANS4 Duncan Hall QSN5 Which baseball stadium is found at Notre Dame? ANS5 Frank Eck Stadium

The University of Notre Dame has made being a sustainability leader an integral part of its mission, creating the Office of Sustainability in 2008 to achieve a number of goals in the areas of power generation, design and construction, waste reduction, procurement, food services, transportation, and water.As of 2012[update] four building construction projects were pursuing LEED-Certified status and three were pursuing LEED Silver. Notre Dame's dining services sources 40% of its food locally and offers sustainably caught seafood as well as many organic, fair-trade, and vegan options. On the Sustainable Endowments Institute's College Sustainability Report Card 2010, University of Notre Dame received a "B" grade. The university also houses the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. Father Gustavo Gutierrez, the founder of Liberation Theology is a current faculty member. COUNT 4

QSN1 In what year did Notre Dame create the Office of Sustainability? ANS1 2008 QSN2 What percentage of the food served at Notre Dame is locally grown? ANS2 40% QSN3 Notre Dame got a "B" for its sustainability practices from which entity? ANS3 Sustainable Endowments Institute QSN4 Gustavo Gutierrez is faculty of which institute? ANS4 Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies

The university owns several centers around the world used for international studies and research, conferences abroad, and alumni support. The university has had a presence in London, England, since 1968. Since 1998, its London center has been based in the former United University Club at 1 Suffolk Street in Trafalgar Square. The center enables the Colleges of Arts & Letters, Business Administration, Science, Engineering and the Law School to develop their own programs in London, as well as hosting conferences and symposia. Other Global Gateways are located in Beijing, Chicago, Dublin, Jerusalem and Rome. COUNT 4

QSN1 In what year did Notre Dame first have a facility in England? ANS1 1968 QSN2 At which location is the London Center operated by Notre Dame found? ANS2 1 Suffolk Street in Trafalgar Square QSN3 Notre Dame has a center in Beijing, what is it referred to as? ANS3 Global Gateways QSN4 In what year did the Suffolk Street location start to house a Notre Dame facility? ANS4 1998

The College of Arts and Letters was established as the university's first college in 1842 with the first degrees given in 1849. The university's first academic curriculum was modeled after the Jesuit Ratio Studiorum from Saint Louis University. Today the college, housed in O'Shaughnessy Hall, includes 20 departments in the areas of fine arts, humanities, and social sciences, and awards Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees in 33 majors, making it the largest of the university's colleges. There are around 2,500 undergraduates and 750 graduates enrolled in the college. COUNT 5

QSN1 What was Notre Dame's first college? ANS1 The College of Arts and Letters QSN2 In what year was the The College of Arts and Letters at Notre Dame created? ANS2 1842 QSN3 In what year did the College of Arts and Letters at Notre Dame grant its first degree? ANS3 1849 QSN4 On which university did Notre Dame base its curriculum on? ANS4 Saint Louis University QSN5 How many BA majors does the College of Arts and Letters at Notre Dame offer? ANS5 33

The College of Science was established at the university in 1865 by president Father Patrick Dillon. Dillon's scientific courses were six years of work, including higher-level mathematics courses. Today the college, housed in the newly built Jordan Hall of Science, includes over 1,200 undergraduates in six departments of study – biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, pre-professional studies, and applied and computational mathematics and statistics (ACMS) – each awarding Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees. According to university statistics, its science pre-professional program has one of the highest acceptance rates to medical school of any university in the United States. COUNT 5

QSN1 Which president at Notre Dame created the College of Science? ANS1 Father Patrick Dillon QSN2 In what year was the Notre Dame College of Science formed? ANS2 1865 QSN3 How many years long was a scientific course under Patrick Dillon at Notre Dame? ANS3 six years QSN4 Which hall at Notre Dame contains the current College of Science? ANS4 Jordan Hall of Science QSN5 How many undergrad students attend the College of Science at Notre Dame today? ANS5 over 1,200

The School of Architecture was established in 1899, although degrees in architecture were first awarded by the university in 1898. Today the school, housed in Bond Hall, offers a five-year undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Architecture degree. All undergraduate students study the third year of the program in Rome. The university is globally recognized for its Notre Dame School of Architecture, a faculty that teaches (pre-modernist) traditional and classical architecture and urban planning (e.g. following the principles of New Urbanism and New Classical Architecture). It also awards the renowned annual Driehaus Architecture Prize. COUNT 5

QSN1 In 1899 Notre Dame formed which college? ANS1 School of Architecture QSN2 In what building is the current School of Architecture housed at Notre Dame? ANS2 Bond Hall QSN3 What length is the course of study at the Notre Dame School of Architecture? ANS3 five-year QSN4 In which location do students of the School of Architecture of Notre Dame spend their 3rd year? ANS4 Rome QSN5 Which prestigious prize does the School of Architecture at Notre Dame give out? ANS5 Driehaus Architecture Prize

The library system also includes branch libraries for Architecture, Chemistry & Physics, Engineering, Law, and Mathematics as well as information centers in the Mendoza College of Business, the Kellogg Institute for International Studies, the Joan B. Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, and a slide library in O'Shaughnessy Hall. A theology library was also opened in fall of 2015. Located on the first floor of Stanford Hall, it is the first branch of the library system to be housed in a dorm room. The library system holds over three million volumes, was the single largest university library in the world upon its completion, and remains one of the 100 largest libraries in the country. COUNT 4

QSN1 In what year did the opening of a theology library at Notre Dame occur? ANS1 2015 QSN2 Where is the theology library at Notre Dame? ANS2 the first floor of Stanford Hall QSN3 How many books are held by the Notre Dame libraries? ANS3 over three million volumes QSN4 Currently where does Notre Dame's library rank in the nation? ANS4 one of the 100 largest

The rise of Hitler and other dictators in the 1930s forced numerous Catholic intellectuals to flee Europe; president John O'Hara brought many to Notre Dame. From Germany came Anton-Hermann Chroust (1907–1982) in classics and law, and Waldemar Gurian a German Catholic intellectual of Jewish descent. Positivism dominated American intellectual life in the 1920s onward but in marked contrast, Gurian received a German Catholic education and wrote his doctoral dissertation under Max Scheler. Ivan Meštrović (1883–1962), a renowned sculptor, brought Croatian culture to campus, 1955–62. Yves Simon (1903–61), brought to ND in the 1940s the insights of French studies in the Aristotelian-Thomistic tradition of philosophy; his own teacher Jacques Maritain (1882–73) was a frequent visitor to campus. COUNT 5

QSN1 What caused many intellectual Catholics to leave europe in the 1930s? ANS1 The rise of Hitler and other dictators QSN2 From where did Anton-Hermann Chroust come to reach Notre Dame? ANS2 Germany QSN3 What field of study did Anton-Hermann Chroust specialize in? ANS3 classics and law QSN4 Who did Waldemar Gurian receive his tutelage under while seeking his doctorate? ANS4 Max Scheler QSN5 What was Ivan Meštrović known for being? ANS5 a renowned sculptor

The University of Notre Dame du Lac (or simply Notre Dame /ˌnoʊtərˈdeɪm/ NOH-tər-DAYM) is a Catholic research university located adjacent to South Bend, Indiana, in the United States. In French, Notre Dame du Lac means "Our Lady of the Lake" and refers to the university's patron saint, the Virgin Mary. The main campus covers 1,250 acres in a suburban setting and it contains a number of recognizable landmarks, such as the Golden Dome, the "Word of Life" mural (commonly known as Touchdown Jesus), and the Basilica. COUNT 5

QSN1 The school known as Notre Dame is known by a more lengthy name, what is it? ANS1 University of Notre Dame du QSN2 What type of institution is the Notre Dame? ANS2 Catholic research university QSN3 The French words Notre Dame du Lac translate to what in English? ANS3 Our Lady of the Lake QSN4 Who is the patron saint of Notre Dame? ANS4 the Virgin Mary QSN5 How large is Notre Dame in acres? ANS5 1,250

Notre Dame rose to national prominence in the early 1900s for its Fighting Irish football team, especially under the guidance of the legendary coach Knute Rockne. The university's athletic teams are members of the NCAA Division I and are known collectively as the Fighting Irish. The football team, an Independent, has accumulated eleven consensus national championships, seven Heisman Trophy winners, 62 members in the College Football Hall of Fame and 13 members in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and is considered one of the most famed and successful college football teams in history. Other ND teams, chiefly in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have accumulated 16 national championships. The Notre Dame Victory March is often regarded as the most famous and recognizable collegiate fight song. COUNT 5

QSN1 What caused Notre Dame to become notable in the early 20th century? ANS1 its Fighting Irish football team QSN2 Which 20th century Notre Dame football coach is most notable? ANS2 Knute Rockne QSN3 Which athletic association are the student athletes at Notre Dame a part of? ANS3 NCAA Division I QSN4 How many students at Notre Dame received the Heisman Trophy? ANS4 seven QSN5 There were multiple students from Notre Dame who entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame, how many? ANS5 13

Besides its prominence in sports, Notre Dame is also a large, four-year, highly residential research University, and is consistently ranked among the top twenty universities in the United States and as a major global university. The undergraduate component of the university is organized into four colleges (Arts and Letters, Science, Engineering, Business) and the Architecture School. The latter is known for teaching New Classical Architecture and for awarding the globally renowned annual Driehaus Architecture Prize. Notre Dame's graduate program has more than 50 master's, doctoral and professional degree programs offered by the five schools, with the addition of the Notre Dame Law School and a MD-PhD program offered in combination with IU medical School. It maintains a system of libraries, cultural venues, artistic and scientific museums, including Hesburgh Library and the Snite Museum of Art. Over 80% of the university's 8,000 undergraduates live on campus in one of 29 single-sex residence halls, each with its own traditions, legacies, events and intramural sports teams. The university counts approximately 120,000 alumni, considered among the strongest alumni networks among U.S. colleges. COUNT 5

QSN1 Where among US universities does Notre Dame rank? ANS1 among the top twenty QSN2 How many individual colleges are part of Notre Dame? ANS2 four QSN3 Which prize does the Architecture School at Notre Dame give out? ANS3 Driehaus Architecture Prize QSN4 How many doctorate and masters programs are available at Notre Dame? ANS4 more than 50 QSN5 Which art museum does Notre Dame administer? ANS5 Snite Museum of Art

In 1842, the Bishop of Vincennes, Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière, offered land to Father Edward Sorin of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, on the condition that he build a college in two years. Fr. Sorin arrived on the site with eight Holy Cross brothers from France and Ireland on November 26, 1842, and began the school using Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel. He soon erected additional buildings, including Old College, the first church, and the first main building. They immediately acquired two students and set about building additions to the campus. COUNT 5

QSN1 In what year was Father Edward Sorin given two years to create a college? ANS1 1842 QSN2 Which individual offered land to Father Edward Sorin? ANS2 Célestine Guynemer de la Hailandière QSN3 Which church was Father Edward Sorin representing? ANS3 the Congregation of the Holy Cross QSN4 On what date did brothers from Holy Cross arrive at the future location of Notre Dame? ANS4 November 26, 1842 QSN5 Which structure was the first used for the purposes of the college? ANS5 Father Stephen Badin's old log chapel

The first degrees from the college were awarded in 1849. The university was expanded with new buildings to accommodate more students and faculty. With each new president, new academic programs were offered and new buildings built to accommodate them. The original Main Building built by Sorin just after he arrived was replaced by a larger "Main Building" in 1865, which housed the university's administration, classrooms, and dormitories. Beginning in 1873, a library collection was started by Father Lemonnier. By 1879 it had grown to ten thousand volumes that were housed in the Main Building. COUNT 5

QSN1 In what year did the initial degrees get handed out at Notre Dame? ANS1 1849 QSN2 In what year did the original Sorin built Main Building get replaced? ANS2 1865 QSN3 Which individual began a library at Notre Dame? ANS3 Father Lemonnier QSN4 In what year had the library at Notre Dame reach 10,000 books? ANS4 1879 QSN5 In what year was the library at Notre Dame started? ANS5 1873

The television station, NDtv, grew from one show in 2002 to a full 24-hour channel with original programming by September 2006. WSND-FM serves the student body and larger South Bend community at 88.9 FM, offering students a chance to become involved in bringing classical music, fine arts and educational programming, and alternative rock to the airwaves. Another radio station, WVFI, began as a partner of WSND-FM. More recently, however, WVFI has been airing independently and is streamed on the Internet. COUNT 4

QSN1 Which television station finds its home at Notre Dame? ANS1 NDtv QSN2 How many programs did NDtv feature in 2002? ANS2 one show QSN3 Which radio station provides radio to the students of Notre Dame at 88.9 FM? ANS3 WSND-FM QSN4 Which internet radio station of Notre Dame is served as an internet stream? ANS4 WVFI

The first phase of Eddy Street Commons, a $215 million development located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame campus and funded by the university, broke ground on June 3, 2008. The Eddy Street Commons drew union protests when workers hired by the City of South Bend to construct the public parking garage picketed the private work site after a contractor hired non-union workers. The developer, Kite Realty out of Indianapolis, has made agreements with major national chains rather than local businesses, a move that has led to criticism from alumni and students. COUNT 5

QSN1 How much is Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame expected to cost? ANS1 $215 million QSN2 When was ground broke on the Eddy Street Commons Project of Notre Dame? ANS2 June 3, 2008 QSN3 Who is the developer of Eddy Street Commons? ANS3 Kite Realty QSN4 Which entity did Notre Dame hire to build a parking structure outside of Eddy Street Commons? ANS4 the City of South Bend QSN5 There were protested as a part of the construction at Eddy Street Commons, they came due tot he hiring of whom? ANS5 non-union workers

Notre Dame teams are known as the Fighting Irish. They compete as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, primarily competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for all sports since the 2013–14 school year. The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Horizon League from 1982-83 to 1985-86, and again from 1987-88 to 1994-95, and then in the Big East Conference through 2012–13. Men's sports include baseball, basketball, crew, cross country, fencing, football, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, swimming & diving, tennis and track & field; while women's sports include basketball, cross country, fencing, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field and volleyball. The football team competes as an Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) Independent since its inception in 1887. Both fencing teams compete in the Midwest Fencing Conference, and the men's ice hockey team competes in Hockey East. COUNT 5

QSN1 What does the acronym NCAA stand for? ANS1 National Collegiate Athletic Association QSN2 Which league did Notre Dame Fighting Irish teams participate in in 1982? ANS2 Horizon League QSN3 What when conference do the Notre Dame fencing teams take part in? ANS3 Midwest Fencing Conference QSN4 There is a conference that the male hockey team of Notre Dame competes in, what is it? ANS4 Hockey East QSN5 In what conference did the Fighting Irish take part in in 2012? ANS5 Big East Conference

Notre Dame's conference affiliations for all of its sports except football and fencing changed in July 2013 as a result of major conference realignment, and its fencing affiliation will change in July 2014. The Irish left the Big East for the ACC during a prolonged period of instability in the Big East; while they maintain their football independence, they have committed to play five games per season against ACC opponents. In ice hockey, the Irish were forced to find a new conference home after the Big Ten Conference's decision to add the sport in 2013–14 led to a cascade of conference moves that culminated in the dissolution of the school's former hockey home, the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, after the 2012–13 season. Notre Dame moved its hockey team to Hockey East. After Notre Dame joined the ACC, the conference announced it would add fencing as a sponsored sport beginning in the 2014–15 school year. There are many theories behind the adoption of the athletics moniker but it is known that the Fighting Irish name was used in the early 1920s with respect to the football team and was popularized by alumnus Francis Wallace in his New York Daily News columns. The official colors of Notre Dame are Navy Blue and Gold Rush which are worn in competition by its athletic teams. In addition, the color green is often worn because of the Fighting Irish nickname. The Notre Dame Leprechaun is the mascot of the athletic teams. Created by Theodore W. Drake in 1964, the leprechaun was first used on the football pocket schedule and later on the football program covers. The leprechaun was featured on the cover of Time in November 1964 and gained national exposure. COUNT 5

QSN1 To what conference did the Fighting Irish go after the Big East? ANS1 the ACC QSN2 How many teams in each season do the Fighting Irish commit to play against ACC opponents? ANS2 five QSN3 Where did the Fighting Irish hockey team compete prior to a move to Hockey East, in terms of conference? ANS3 Central Collegiate Hockey Association QSN4 What colors are the official ones used by Notre Dame in sport competition? ANS4 Navy Blue and Gold Rush QSN5 What type of mascot do the Notre Dame sport teams have? ANS5 Leprechaun

On July 1, 2014, the University of Notre Dame and Under Armour reached an agreement in which Under Armour will provide uniforms, apparel,equipment, and monetary compensation to Notre Dame for 10 years. This contract, worth almost $100 million, is the most lucrative in the history of the NCAA. The university marching band plays at home games for most of the sports. The band, which began in 1846 and has a claim as the oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States, was honored by the National Music Council as a "Landmark of American Music" during the United States Bicentennial. The band regularly plays the school's fight song the Notre Dame Victory March, which was named as the most played and most famous fight song by Northern Illinois Professor William Studwell. According to College Fight Songs: An Annotated Anthology published in 1998, the "Notre Dame Victory March" ranks as the greatest fight song of all time. COUNT 5

QSN1 Who currently provides uniforms to Notre Dame sport teams? ANS1 Under Armour QSN2 What is the value of the contract between Under Armour and Notre Dame? ANS2 almost $100 million QSN3 When did the Notre Dame marching band form? ANS3 1846 QSN4 What is notable about the Notre Dame marching band? ANS4 oldest university band in continuous existence in the United States QSN5 What is the Notre Dame fight song? ANS5 Notre Dame Victory March

The Notre Dame football team has a long history, first beginning when the Michigan Wolverines football team brought football to Notre Dame in 1887 and played against a group of students. In the long history since then, 13 Fighting Irish teams have won consensus national championships (although the university only claims 11), along with another nine teams being named national champion by at least one source. Additionally, the program has the most members in the College Football Hall of Fame, is tied with Ohio State University with the most Heisman Trophies won, and have the highest winning percentage in NCAA history. With the long history, Notre Dame has accumulated many rivals, and its annual game against USC for the Jeweled Shillelagh has been named by some as one of the most important in college football and is often called the greatest intersectional rivalry in college football in the country. COUNT 5

QSN1 Which team did Notre Dame's football team find inspiration from? ANS1 Michigan Wolverines football team QSN2 In what year did Notre Dame football begin? ANS2 1887 QSN3 What university is Notre Dame tied with in terms of most Heisman Trophy winners? ANS3 Ohio State University QSN4 Against which team does Notre Dame compete for the Jeweled Shillelagh? ANS4 USC QSN5 In terms of Notre Dame students in the College Football Hall of Fame the amount of students named is what ? ANS5 the most

George Gipp was the school's legendary football player during 1916–20. He played semiprofessional baseball and smoked, drank, and gambled when not playing sports. He was also humble, generous to the needy, and a man of integrity. It was in 1928 that famed coach Knute Rockne used his final conversation with the dying Gipp to inspire the Notre Dame team to beat the Army team and "win one for the Gipper." The 1940 film, Knute Rockne, All American, starred Pat O'Brien as Knute Rockne and Ronald Reagan as Gipp. Today the team competes in Notre Dame Stadium, an 80,795-seat stadium on campus. The current head coach is Brian Kelly, hired from the University of Cincinnati on December 11, 2009. Kelly's record in midway through his sixth season at Notre Dame is 52–21. In 2012, Kelly's Fighting Irish squad went undefeated and played in the BCS National Championship Game. Kelly succeeded Charlie Weis, who was fired in November 2009 after five seasons. Although Weis led his team to two Bowl Championship Series bowl games, his overall record was 35–27, mediocre by Notre Dame standards, and the 2007 team had the most losses in school history. The football team generates enough revenue to operate independently while $22.1 million is retained from the team's profits for academic use. Forbes named the team as the most valuable in college football, worth a total of $101 million in 2007. COUNT 5

QSN1 What notable football player played at Notre Dame from 1916 to 1920? ANS1 George Gipp QSN2 Against which opponent did Knute Rockne tell his team to "win one for the Gipper?" ANS2 the Army team QSN3 Which person portrayed Knute Rockne in the 1940 movie "Knute Rockne?" ANS3 Pat O'Brien QSN4 Ronald Reagan played the role of whom in 1940's "Knute Rockne?" ANS4 Gipp QSN5 How many seats are in Notre Dame Stadium? ANS5 80,795

Football gameday traditions During home games, activities occur all around campus and different dorms decorate their halls with a traditional item (e.g. Zahm House's two-story banner). Traditional activities begin at the stroke of midnight with the Drummers' Circle. This tradition involves the drum line of the Band of the Fighting Irish and ushers in the rest of the festivities that will continue the rest of the gameday Saturday. Later that day, the trumpet section will play the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater under the dome. The band entire will play a concert at the steps of Bond Hall, from where they will march into Notre Dame Stadium, leading fans and students alike across campus to the game. COUNT 5

QSN1 What is displayed at Zahm House for football home games at Notre Dame? ANS1 two-story banner QSN2 What occurs at midnight preceding a football home game at Notre Dame? ANS2 the Drummers' Circle QSN3 From where does the Band of the Fighting Irish lead a march to the Notre Dame Stadium for football home games? ANS3 the steps of Bond Hall QSN4 What songs does the trumpet section of the Band of the Fighting Irish play preceding home football games? ANS4 the Notre Dame Victory March and the Notre Dame Alma Mater QSN5 On what day do Notre Dame home football games occur? ANS5 Saturday

The men's basketball team has over 1,600 wins, one of only 12 schools who have reached that mark, and have appeared in 28 NCAA tournaments. Former player Austin Carr holds the record for most points scored in a single game of the tournament with 61. Although the team has never won the NCAA Tournament, they were named by the Helms Athletic Foundation as national champions twice. The team has orchestrated a number of upsets of number one ranked teams, the most notable of which was ending UCLA's record 88-game winning streak in 1974. The team has beaten an additional eight number-one teams, and those nine wins rank second, to UCLA's 10, all-time in wins against the top team. The team plays in newly renovated Purcell Pavilion (within the Edmund P. Joyce Center), which reopened for the beginning of the 2009–2010 season. The team is coached by Mike Brey, who, as of the 2014–15 season, his fifteenth at Notre Dame, has achieved a 332-165 record. In 2009 they were invited to the NIT, where they advanced to the semifinals but were beaten by Penn State who went on and beat Baylor in the championship. The 2010–11 team concluded its regular season ranked number seven in the country, with a record of 25–5, Brey's fifth straight 20-win season, and a second-place finish in the Big East. During the 2014-15 season, the team went 32-6 and won the ACC conference tournament, later advancing to the Elite 8, where the Fighting Irish lost on a missed buzzer-beater against then undefeated Kentucky. Led by NBA draft picks Jerian Grant and Pat Connaughton, the Fighting Irish beat the eventual national champion Duke Blue Devils twice during the season. The 32 wins were the most by the Fighting Irish team since 1908-09. COUNT 5

QSN1 How many wins does the Notre Dame men's basketball team have? ANS1 over 1,600 QSN2 How many schools have a similar men's basketball record to Notre Dame in terms of wins? ANS2 12 QSN3 How many NCAA tournaments did the Notre Dame men's basketball team take part in? ANS3 28 QSN4 Which Notre Dame men's basketball player has the record for more points in one game? ANS4 Austin Carr QSN5 Who was the Notre Dame men's basketball coach in 2014? ANS5 Mike Brey

The "Notre Dame Victory March" is the fight song for the University of Notre Dame. It was written by two brothers who were Notre Dame graduates. The Rev. Michael J. Shea, a 1904 graduate, wrote the music, and his brother, John F. Shea, who earned degrees in 1906 and 1908, wrote the original lyrics. The lyrics were revised in the 1920s; it first appeared under the copyright of the University of Notre Dame in 1928. The chorus is, "Cheer cheer for old Notre Dame, wake up the echos cheering her name. Send a volley cheer on high, shake down the thunder from the sky! What though the odds be great or small, old Notre Dame will win over all. While her loyal sons are marching, onward to victory!" COUNT 5

QSN1 Who wrote the original lyrics to the Notre Dame Victory March? ANS1 John F. Shea QSN2 In what year did Michael J. Shea graduate from Notre Dame? ANS2 1904 QSN3 Who is responsible for writing the music for "Notre Dame Victory March?" ANS3 Rev. Michael J. Shea QSN4 In what year did "Notre Dame Victory March" get copyrighted? ANS4 1928 QSN5 To where are the loyal sons in "Notre Dame Fight Song" marching? ANS5 onward to victory

In the film Knute Rockne, All American, Knute Rockne (played by Pat O'Brien) delivers the famous "Win one for the Gipper" speech, at which point the background music swells with the "Notre Dame Victory March". George Gipp was played by Ronald Reagan, whose nickname "The Gipper" was derived from this role. This scene was parodied in the movie Airplane! with the same background music, only this time honoring George Zipp, one of Ted Striker's former comrades. The song also was prominent in the movie Rudy, with Sean Astin as Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, who harbored dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame despite significant obstacles. COUNT 5

QSN1 Ronald Reagan had a nickname, what was it? ANS1 The Gipper QSN2 In what film did a parody of the "Win one for the Gipper" speech appear? ANS2 Airplane! QSN3 Who starred as Daniel Ruettiger in the film Rudy? ANS3 Sean Astin QSN4 Which person was a former comrade to Ted Striker in the film Airplane!? ANS4 George Zipp QSN5 Pat O'Brien portrayed which person in the film Knute Rockne? ANS5 Knute Rockne

Notre Dame alumni work in various fields. Alumni working in political fields include state governors, members of the United States Congress, and former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. A notable alumnus of the College of Science is Medicine Nobel Prize winner Eric F. Wieschaus. A number of university heads are alumni, including Notre Dame's current president, the Rev. John Jenkins. Additionally, many alumni are in the media, including talk show hosts Regis Philbin and Phil Donahue, and television and radio personalities such as Mike Golic and Hannah Storm. With the university having high profile sports teams itself, a number of alumni went on to become involved in athletics outside the university, including professional baseball, basketball, football, and ice hockey players, such as Joe Theismann, Joe Montana, Tim Brown, Ross Browner, Rocket Ismail, Ruth Riley, Jeff Samardzija, Jerome Bettis, Brett Lebda, Olympic gold medalist Mariel Zagunis, professional boxer Mike Lee, former football coaches such as Charlie Weis, Frank Leahy and Knute Rockne, and Basketball Hall of Famers Austin Carr and Adrian Dantley. Other notable alumni include prominent businessman Edward J. DeBartolo, Jr. and astronaut Jim Wetherbee. COUNT 5

QSN1 Which Secretary of State attended Notre Dame? ANS1 Condoleezza Rice QSN2 Which Notre Dame alum from the College of Science won a Nobel Prize? ANS2 Eric F. Wieschaus QSN3 Who is the current president of Notre Dame? ANS3 Rev. John Jenkins QSN4 Mariel Zagunis is notable for winning what? ANS4 Olympic gold QSN5 Which notable astronaut is known to have attended Notre Dame? ANS5 Jim Wetherbee

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter (/biːˈjɒnseɪ/ bee-YON-say) (born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child, and rose to fame in the late 1990s as lead singer of R&B girl-group Destiny's Child. Managed by her father, Mathew Knowles, the group became one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. Their hiatus saw the release of Beyoncé's debut album, Dangerously in Love (2003), which established her as a solo artist worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards and featured the Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love" and "Baby Boy". COUNT 20

QSN1 When did Beyonce start becoming popular? ANS1 in the late 1990s QSN2 What areas did Beyonce compete in when she was growing up? ANS2 singing and dancing QSN3 When did Beyonce leave Destiny's Child and become a solo singer? ANS3 2003 QSN4 In what city and state did Beyonce grow up? ANS4 Houston, Texas QSN5 In which decade did Beyonce become famous? ANS5 late 1990s QSN6 In what R&B group was she the lead singer? ANS6 Destiny's Child QSN7 What album made her a worldwide known artist? ANS7 Dangerously in Love QSN8 Who managed the Destiny's Child group? ANS8 Mathew Knowles QSN9 In what city did Beyonce grow up? ANS9 Houston QSN10 What was the name of Beyonce's first solo album? ANS10 Dangerously in Love QSN11 On what date was Beyonce born? ANS11 September 4, 1981 QSN12 What is Beyonce's full name? ANS12 Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter QSN13 When did Beyoncé rise to fame? ANS13 late 1990s QSN14 What role did Beyoncé have in Destiny's Child? ANS14 lead singer QSN15 What was the first album Beyoncé released as a solo artist? ANS15 Dangerously in Love QSN16 When did Beyoncé release Dangerously in Love? ANS16 2003 QSN17 How many Grammy awards did Beyoncé win for her first solo album? ANS17 five QSN18 What was Beyoncé's role in Destiny's Child? ANS18 lead singer QSN19 What was the name of Beyoncé's first solo album? ANS19 Dangerously in Love QSN20 When did Beyoncé release her first solo album? ANS20 2003

Following the disbandment of Destiny's Child in June 2005, she released her second solo album, B'Day (2006), which contained hits "Déjà Vu", "Irreplaceable", and "Beautiful Liar". Beyoncé also ventured into acting, with a Golden Globe-nominated performance in Dreamgirls (2006), and starring roles in The Pink Panther (2006) and Obsessed (2009). Her marriage to rapper Jay Z and portrayal of Etta James in Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her third album, I Am... Sasha Fierce (2008), which saw the birth of her alter-ego Sasha Fierce and earned a record-setting six Grammy Awards in 2010, including Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)". Beyoncé took a hiatus from music in 2010 and took over management of her career; her fourth album 4 (2011) was subsequently mellower in tone, exploring 1970s funk, 1980s pop, and 1990s soul. Her critically acclaimed fifth studio album, Beyoncé (2013), was distinguished from previous releases by its experimental production and exploration of darker themes. COUNT 12

QSN1 After her second solo album, what other entertainment venture did Beyonce explore? ANS1 acting QSN2 Which artist did Beyonce marry? ANS2 Jay Z QSN3 To set the record for Grammys, how many did Beyonce win? ANS3 six QSN4 For what movie did Beyonce receive her first Golden Globe nomination? ANS4 Dreamgirls QSN5 When did Beyonce take a hiatus in her career and take control of her management? ANS5 2010 QSN6 Which album was darker in tone from her previous work? ANS6 Beyoncé QSN7 After what movie portraying Etta James, did Beyonce create Sasha Fierce? ANS7 Cadillac Records QSN8 When did Destiny's Child end their group act? ANS8 June 2005 QSN9 What was the name of Beyoncé's second solo album? ANS9 B'Day QSN10 What was Beyoncé's first acting job, in 2006? ANS10 Dreamgirls QSN11 Who is Beyoncé married to? ANS11 Jay Z QSN12 What is the name of Beyoncé's alter-ego? ANS12 Sasha Fierce

A self-described "modern-day feminist", Beyoncé creates songs that are often characterized by themes of love, relationships, and monogamy, as well as female sexuality and empowerment. On stage, her dynamic, highly choreographed performances have led to critics hailing her as one of the best entertainers in contemporary popular music. Throughout a career spanning 19 years, she has sold over 118 million records as a solo artist, and a further 60 million with Destiny's Child, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has won 20 Grammy Awards and is the most nominated woman in the award's history. The Recording Industry Association of America recognized her as the Top Certified Artist in America during the 2000s decade. In 2009, Billboard named her the Top Radio Songs Artist of the Decade, the Top Female Artist of the 2000s and their Artist of the Millennium in 2011. Time listed her among the 100 most influential people in the world in 2013 and 2014. Forbes magazine also listed her as the most powerful female musician of 2015. COUNT 12

QSN1 In her music, what are some recurring elements in them? ANS1 love, relationships, and monogamy QSN2 Time magazine named her one of the most 100 what people of the century? ANS2 influential QSN3 Which magazine declared her the most dominant woman musician? ANS3 Forbes QSN4 In which decade did the Recording Industry Association of America recognize Beyonce as the The Top Certified Artist? ANS4 2000s QSN5 What magazine rated Beyonce as the most powerful female musician in 2015? ANS5 Forbes QSN6 How did Beyonce describe herself as a feminist? ANS6 modern-day feminist QSN7 In which years did Time rate Beyonce in the 100 most influential people in the world? ANS7 2013 and 2014 QSN8 How many records has Beyonce sold in her 19 year career? ANS8 118 million QSN9 How many records did Beyoncé sell as part of Destiny's Child? ANS9 60 million QSN10 After leaving Destiny's Child, how many records did Beyoncé release under her own name? ANS10 118 million QSN11 How many Grammy awards has Beyoncé won? ANS11 20 QSN12 What magazine named Beyoncé as the most powerful female musician for 2015? ANS12 Forbes

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was born in Houston, Texas, to Celestine Ann "Tina" Knowles (née Beyincé), a hairdresser and salon owner, and Mathew Knowles, a Xerox sales manager. Beyoncé's name is a tribute to her mother's maiden name. Beyoncé's younger sister Solange is also a singer and a former member of Destiny's Child. Mathew is African-American, while Tina is of Louisiana Creole descent (with African, Native American, French, Cajun, and distant Irish and Spanish ancestry). Through her mother, Beyoncé is a descendant of Acadian leader Joseph Broussard. She was raised in a Methodist household. COUNT 13

QSN1 Beyonce's younger sibling also sang with her in what band? ANS1 Destiny's Child QSN2 Where did Beyonce get her name from? ANS2 her mother's maiden name QSN3 What race was Beyonce's father? ANS3 African-American QSN4 Beyonce's childhood home believed in what religion? ANS4 Methodist QSN5 Beyonce's father worked as a sales manager for what company? ANS5 Xerox QSN6 Beyonce's mother worked in what industry? ANS6 hairdresser and salon owner QSN7 What younger sister of Beyonce also appeared in Destiny's Child? ANS7 Solange QSN8 Beyonce is a descendent of what Arcadian leader? ANS8 Joseph Broussard QSN9 What company did Beyoncé's father work for when she was a child? ANS9 Xerox QSN10 What did Beyoncé's mother own when Beyoncé was a child? ANS10 salon QSN11 What is the name of Beyoncé's younger sister? ANS11 Solange QSN12 Beyoncé is a descendant of which Acadian leader? ANS12 Joseph Broussard. QSN13 Beyoncé was raised in what religion? ANS13 Methodist

Beyoncé attended St. Mary's Elementary School in Fredericksburg, Texas, where she enrolled in dance classes. Her singing talent was discovered when dance instructor Darlette Johnson began humming a song and she finished it, able to hit the high-pitched notes. Beyoncé's interest in music and performing continued after winning a school talent show at age seven, singing John Lennon's "Imagine" to beat 15/16-year-olds. In fall of 1990, Beyoncé enrolled in Parker Elementary School, a music magnet school in Houston, where she would perform with the school's choir. She also attended the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and later Alief Elsik High School. Beyoncé was also a member of the choir at St. John's United Methodist Church as a soloist for two years. COUNT 11

QSN1 What town did Beyonce go to school in? ANS1 Fredericksburg QSN2 Who was the first person to notice Beyonce's singing ability? ANS2 Darlette Johnson QSN3 Beyonce moved to which town after she left her first elementary school? ANS3 Houston QSN4 Which of her teachers discovered Beyonce's musical talent? ANS4 dance instructor Darlette Johnson QSN5 I which church was Beyonce a member and soloist in the choir? ANS5 St. John's United Methodist Church QSN6 What type of school was Parker Elementary School? ANS6 music magnet school QSN7 Which song did Beyonce sing to win a competition at age 7? ANS7 Imagine QSN8 What city was Beyoncé's elementary school located in? ANS8 Fredericksburg QSN9 What was the name of Beyoncé's first dance instructor? ANS9 Darlette Johnson QSN10 How old was Beyoncé when she won a school talent show? ANS10 seven QSN11 What choir did Beyoncé sing in for two years? ANS11 St. John's United Methodist Church

At age eight, Beyoncé and childhood friend Kelly Rowland met LaTavia Roberson while in an audition for an all-girl entertainment group. They were placed into a group with three other girls as Girl's Tyme, and rapped and danced on the talent show circuit in Houston. After seeing the group, R&B producer Arne Frager brought them to his Northern California studio and placed them in Star Search, the largest talent show on national TV at the time. Girl's Tyme failed to win, and Beyoncé later said the song they performed was not good. In 1995 Beyoncé's father resigned from his job to manage the group. The move reduced Beyoncé's family's income by half, and her parents were forced to move into separated apartments. Mathew cut the original line-up to four and the group continued performing as an opening act for other established R&B girl groups. The girls auditioned before record labels and were finally signed to Elektra Records, moving to Atlanta Records briefly to work on their first recording, only to be cut by the company. This put further strain on the family, and Beyoncé's parents separated. On October 5, 1995, Dwayne Wiggins's Grass Roots Entertainment signed the group. In 1996, the girls began recording their debut album under an agreement with Sony Music, the Knowles family reunited, and shortly after, the group got a contract with Columbia Records. COUNT 13

QSN1 Who decided to place Beyonce's group in Star Search the talent show? ANS1 Arne Frager QSN2 In 1995, who decided to manage the girls singing group? ANS2 Beyoncé's father QSN3 Who was the first record label to give the girls a record deal? ANS3 Elektra Records QSN4 Who brought Beyonce to California and enter her group in Star Search? ANS4 Arne Frager QSN5 In what year did Beyonce's father quit his job to manage her group? ANS5 1995 QSN6 What large record company recorded Beyonce's group's first album? ANS6 Sony Music QSN7 What record company first signed Beyonce's group and later cut them? ANS7 Elektra Records QSN8 At what age did Beyonce meet LaTavia Robertson? ANS8 age eight QSN9 How old was Beyoncé when she met LaTavia Roberson? ANS9 eight QSN10 What was the name of the first group Beyoncé was a part of? ANS10 Girl's Tyme QSN11 Who placed Girl's Tyme in Star Search? ANS11 Arne Frager QSN12 When did Beyoncé begin to manage the girl group? ANS12 1995 QSN13 Who signed the girl group on October 5, 1995? ANS13 Dwayne Wiggins's Grass Roots Entertainment

The group changed their name to Destiny's Child in 1996, based upon a passage in the Book of Isaiah. In 1997, Destiny's Child released their major label debut song "Killing Time" on the soundtrack to the 1997 film, Men in Black. The following year, the group released their self-titled debut album, scoring their first major hit "No, No, No". The album established the group as a viable act in the music industry, with moderate sales and winning the group three Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards for Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year, Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist, and Best R&B/Soul Single for "No, No, No". The group released their multi-platinum second album The Writing's on the Wall in 1999. The record features some of the group's most widely known songs such as "Bills, Bills, Bills", the group's first number-one single, "Jumpin' Jumpin'" and "Say My Name", which became their most successful song at the time, and would remain one of their signature songs. "Say My Name" won the Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and the Best R&B Song at the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards. The Writing's on the Wall sold more than eight million copies worldwide. During this time, Beyoncé recorded a duet with Marc Nelson, an original member of Boyz II Men, on the song "After All Is Said and Done" for the soundtrack to the 1999 film, The Best Man. COUNT 13

QSN1 Which film featured Destiny's Child's first major single? ANS1 Men in Black QSN2 For which song, did Destiny's Child take home the grammy award for best R&B performance? ANS2 "Say My Name" QSN3 Who did Beyonce record with for the movie "The Best Man?" ANS3 Marc Nelson QSN4 Beyonce's group changed their name to Destiny's Child in what year? ANS4 1996 QSN5 The name Destiny's Child was based on a quote in which book of the Bible? ANS5 Book of Isaiah QSN6 Debut song, "Killing Time" was featured on what movie's sound track? ANS6 Men in Black QSN7 What song won Best R&B Performance in the 43 Annual Grammy Awards? ANS7 Say My Name QSN8 What singer did Beyonce record a song with for the movie, ''The Best Man"? ANS8 Marc Nelson QSN9 Where did Destiny's Child get their name from? ANS9 Book of Isaiah. QSN10 Destiny's Child song, Killing Time, was included in which film's soundtrack? ANS10 Men in Black. QSN11 What was Destiny's Child's first major song hit? ANS11 No, No, No QSN12 When did Destiny's Child release their second album? ANS12 1999 QSN13 Who did Beyoncé sing a duet with for "The Best Man" film? ANS13 Marc Nelson

LeToya Luckett and Roberson became unhappy with Mathew's managing of the band and eventually were replaced by Farrah Franklin and Michelle Williams. Beyoncé experienced depression following the split with Luckett and Roberson after being publicly blamed by the media, critics, and blogs for its cause. Her long-standing boyfriend left her at this time. The depression was so severe it lasted for a couple of years, during which she occasionally kept herself in her bedroom for days and refused to eat anything. Beyoncé stated that she struggled to speak about her depression because Destiny's Child had just won their first Grammy Award and she feared no one would take her seriously. Beyoncé would later speak of her mother as the person who helped her fight it. Franklin was dismissed, leaving just Beyoncé, Rowland, and Williams. COUNT 10

QSN1 What mental health issue did Beyonce go through? ANS1 depression QSN2 What event occured after she was publicly criticized? ANS2 boyfriend left her QSN3 Who supported Beyonce through her depression? ANS3 her mother QSN4 What event caused Beyonce's depression? ANS4 split with Luckett and Rober QSN5 How long was Beyonce depressed? ANS5 a couple of years QSN6 Who helped Beyonce fight her depression the most? ANS6 her mother QSN7 Who replaced Luckett and Roberson in Destiny's Child? ANS7 Farrah Franklin and Michelle Williams. QSN8 Who was blamed for Luckett and Roberson leaving Destiny's Child? ANS8 Beyoncé QSN9 Who helped Beyoncé overcome her depression during the years following the Destiny's Child split? ANS9 her mother QSN10 Which newest member was removed from Destiny's Child? ANS10 Farrah Franklin

The remaining band members recorded "Independent Women Part I", which appeared on the soundtrack to the 2000 film, Charlie's Angels. It became their best-charting single, topping the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart for eleven consecutive weeks. In early 2001, while Destiny's Child was completing their third album, Beyoncé landed a major role in the MTV made-for-television film, Carmen: A Hip Hopera, starring alongside American actor Mekhi Phifer. Set in Philadelphia, the film is a modern interpretation of the 19th century opera Carmen by French composer Georges Bizet. When the third album Survivor was released in May 2001, Luckett and Roberson filed a lawsuit claiming that the songs were aimed at them. The album debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200, with first-week sales of 663,000 copies sold. The album spawned other number-one hits, "Bootylicious" and the title track, "Survivor", the latter of which earned the group a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. After releasing their holiday album 8 Days of Christmas in October 2001, the group announced a hiatus to further pursue solo careers. COUNT 11

QSN1 "Charlie's Angels" featured which single from the band members? ANS1 Independent Women Part I QSN2 How many weeks did their single "Independent Women Part I" stay on top? ANS2 eleven QSN3 For what network, did Beyonce land a major movie role in? ANS3 MTV QSN4 Their third album, Survivor, sold how many during its first week? ANS4 663,000 copies QSN5 What French composer wrote the original opera ''Carmen'' in the 19th century? ANS5 Georges Bizet QSN6 What album caused a lawsuit to be filed in 2001? ANS6 Survivor QSN7 Independent Women Part I was on which 2000 film's soundtrack? ANS7 Charlie's Angels. QSN8 Which film did Beyoncé star in 2001 with Mekhi Phifer? ANS8 Carmen: A Hip Hopera QSN9 What was the name of Destiny Child's third album? ANS9 Survivor QSN10 Who filed a lawsuit over Survivor? ANS10 Luckett and Roberson QSN11 When did Destiny's Child announce their hiatus? ANS11 October 2001

In July 2002, Beyoncé continued her acting career playing Foxxy Cleopatra alongside Mike Myers in the comedy film, Austin Powers in Goldmember, which spent its first weekend atop the US box office and grossed $73 million. Beyoncé released "Work It Out" as the lead single from its soundtrack album which entered the top ten in the UK, Norway, and Belgium. In 2003, Beyoncé starred opposite Cuba Gooding, Jr., in the musical comedy The Fighting Temptations as Lilly, a single mother whom Gooding's character falls in love with. The film received mixed reviews from critics but grossed $30 million in the U.S. Beyoncé released "Fighting Temptation" as the lead single from the film's soundtrack album, with Missy Elliott, MC Lyte, and Free which was also used to promote the film. Another of Beyoncé's contributions to the soundtrack, "Summertime", fared better on the US charts. COUNT 15

QSN1 Who did Beyonce star with in the movie, "Austin Powers in Goldmember"? ANS1 Mike Myers QSN2 Which three countries did Beyonce's song "Work It Out" achieve top ten status? ANS2 UK, Norway, and Belgium QSN3 Beyonce starred with Cuba Gooding Jr. in which film? ANS3 The Fighting Temptations QSN4 Who did Beyonce record the lead single with in the movie "The Fighting Temptations"? ANS4 Missy Elliott QSN5 Which other song from the soundtrack did better in the charts? ANS5 Summertime QSN6 What film did Beyonce appear in with Mike Myers? ANS6 Austin Powers in Goldmember QSN7 What large amount did the movie "Goldmember" gross? ANS7 73 million QSN8 What genre of movie did Beyonce star in with Cuba Gooding, Jr? ANS8 musical comedy QSN9 What song was the lead single from the film's sound track? ANS9 Fighting Temptations QSN10 How did the critics view the movie, ''The Fighting Temptations''? ANS10 mixed reviews QSN11 What film did Beyoncé star in with Mike Myers in 2002? ANS11 Austin Powers in Goldmember QSN12 What was Beyoncé's character called in Austin Powers in Goldmember? ANS12 Foxxy Cleopatra QSN13 Which song did Beyoncé release as the lead single for Austin Powers in Goldmember's soundtrack? ANS13 Work It Out QSN14 What musical comedy did Beyoncé star in along with Cuba Gooding, Jr. in 2003? ANS14 The Fighting Temptations QSN15 What song did Beyoncé release as the lead single from The Fighting Tempations? ANS15 Fighting Temptations

Beyoncé's first solo recording was a feature on Jay Z's "'03 Bonnie & Clyde" that was released in October 2002, peaking at number four on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Her first solo album Dangerously in Love was released on June 24, 2003, after Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland had released their solo efforts. The album sold 317,000 copies in its first week, debuted atop the Billboard 200, and has since sold 11 million copies worldwide. The album's lead single, "Crazy in Love", featuring Jay Z, became Beyoncé's first number-one single as a solo artist in the US. The single "Baby Boy" also reached number one, and singles, "Me, Myself and I" and "Naughty Girl", both reached the top-five. The album earned Beyoncé a then record-tying five awards at the 46th Annual Grammy Awards; Best Contemporary R&B Album, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for "Dangerously in Love 2", Best R&B Song and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Crazy in Love", and Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals for "The Closer I Get to You" with Luther Vandross. COUNT 14

QSN1 What was the highest Beyonce's first solo recording achieved in the Billboard Hot 100? ANS1 number four QSN2 Beyonce's first album by herself was called what? ANS2 Dangerously in Love QSN3 How many has "Dangerously in Love" sould worldwide since its debut? ANS3 11 million QSN4 Beyonce's first number one song was which song? ANS4 Crazy in Love QSN5 How many top five singles came from her first album? ANS5 four QSN6 Beyonce's first solo album in the U.S. with what artist in the lead single? ANS6 Jay Z QSN7 What solo album did Beyonce release in 2003? ANS7 Dangerously in Love QSN8 The album, Dangerously in Love achieved what spot on the Billboard Top 100 chart? ANS8 number four QSN9 "The Closer I get to You" was recorded with which artist? ANS9 Luther Vandross QSN10 Which artist was associated with Beyoncé's premiere solo recording? ANS10 Jay Z QSN11 When did Beyoncé release her first solo album? ANS11 June 24, 2003 QSN12 What is the lead single on Beyoncé's first album? ANS12 Crazy in Love QSN13 Who helped Beyoncé earn a Grammy award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group at the 46th annual Grammy Awards? ANS13 Luther Vandross. QSN14 How many awards did Beyoncé win at the 46th Grammy's Awards? ANS14 five.

In November 2003, she embarked on the Dangerously in Love Tour in Europe and later toured alongside Missy Elliott and Alicia Keys for the Verizon Ladies First Tour in North America. On February 1, 2004, Beyoncé performed the American national anthem at Super Bowl XXXVIII, at the Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. After the release of Dangerously in Love, Beyoncé had planned to produce a follow-up album using several of the left-over tracks. However, this was put on hold so she could concentrate on recording Destiny Fulfilled, the final studio album by Destiny's Child. Released on November 15, 2004, in the US and peaking at number two on the Billboard 200, Destiny Fulfilled included the singles "Lose My Breath" and "Soldier", which reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Destiny's Child embarked on a worldwide concert tour, Destiny Fulfilled... and Lovin' It and during the last stop of their European tour, in Barcelona on June 11, 2005, Rowland announced that Destiny's Child would disband following the North American leg of the tour. The group released their first compilation album Number 1's on October 25, 2005, in the US and accepted a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in March 2006. COUNT 10

QSN1 Destiny's Child's final album was named what? ANS1 Destiny Fulfilled QSN2 Destiny's Child got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in what year? ANS2 2006 QSN3 In what year did Beyonce embark on her Dangerously in Love tour of Europe? ANS3 November 2003 QSN4 What was the name of the final album of Destiny's Child? ANS4 Destiny Fulfilled QSN5 It was announced that Destiny's Child would disban in what European city? ANS5 Barcelona QSN6 When did Destiny's Child get their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? ANS6 March 2006 QSN7 What was the name of Beyoncé's European start that started in November 2003? ANS7 Dangerously in Love Tour QSN8 Who did Beyoncé tour with for the Verizon Lades First Tour? ANS8 Missy Elliott and Alicia Keys QSN9 What major event did Beyoncé perform at on February 1, 2004? ANS9 Super Bowl XXXVIII QSN10 What is the name of the final studio album from Destiny's Child? ANS10 Destiny Fulfilled.

Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day was released on September 5, 2006, in the US, to coincide with her twenty-fifth birthday. It sold 541,000 copies in its first week and debuted atop the Billboard 200, becoming Beyoncé's second consecutive number-one album in the United States. The album's lead single "Déjà Vu", featuring Jay Z, reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The second international single "Irreplaceable" was a commercial success worldwide, reaching number one in Australia, Hungary, Ireland, New Zealand and the United States. B'Day also produced three other singles; "Ring the Alarm", "Get Me Bodied", and "Green Light" (released in the United Kingdom only). COUNT 11

QSN1 How many albums did Beyonce sell in the first week when she released her second album? ANS1 541,000 QSN2 The lead single from the album was which song? ANS2 Déjà Vu QSN3 How many countries did her song "Irreplaceable" get number one status in? ANS3 five QSN4 How many singles did her second album produce? ANS4 five QSN5 What birthday did Beyonce's album B'Day celebrate? ANS5 twenty-fifth birthday QSN6 What artist did Beyonce duet with in the single, "Deja Vu''? ANS6 Jay Z QSN7 How high did ''Deja Vu'' climb on the Billboard chart? ANS7 top five QSN8 What is the name of Beyoncé's second album? ANS8 B'Day QSN9 How many copies did B'Day sell during the first week of its release? ANS9 541,000 QSN10 Who collaborated with Beyoncé on the single, Deja Vu? ANS10 Jay Z QSN11 Which single from B'Day was only released in the U.K.? ANS11 Green Light

Her first acting role of 2006 was in the comedy film The Pink Panther starring opposite Steve Martin, grossing $158.8 million at the box office worldwide. Her second film Dreamgirls, the film version of the 1981 Broadway musical loosely based on The Supremes, received acclaim from critics and grossed $154 million internationally. In it, she starred opposite Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, and Eddie Murphy playing a pop singer based on Diana Ross. To promote the film, Beyoncé released "Listen" as the lead single from the soundtrack album. In April 2007, Beyoncé embarked on The Beyoncé Experience, her first worldwide concert tour, visiting 97 venues and grossed over $24 million.[note 1] Beyoncé conducted pre-concert food donation drives during six major stops in conjunction with her pastor at St. John's and America's Second Harvest. At the same time, B'Day was re-released with five additional songs, including her duet with Shakira "Beautiful Liar". COUNT 13

QSN1 What movie did Beyonce act in 2006? ANS1 The Pink Panther QSN2 Her second movie Beyonce did was what film? ANS2 Dreamgirls QSN3 The single, "Listen" was featured in which movie? ANS3 Dreamgirls QSN4 Beyonce's first world tour was when? ANS4 2007 QSN5 How much money did Beyonce's tour make in 2007? ANS5 24 million QSN6 How many millions of dollars did ''The Pink Panther'' gross world-wide? ANS6 158.8 million QSN7 What did Beyonce call her first concert tour? ANS7 The Beyoncé Experience QSN8 Who was Beyonce's duet with in ''Beautiful Liar''? ANS8 Shakira QSN9 Which film did Beyoncé star with Steve Martin in? ANS9 The Pink Panther QSN10 Beyoncé's role in Dreamgirls was based on what pop singer? ANS10 Diana Ross. QSN11 What was the lead single for the Dreamgirls soundtrack? ANS11 Listen QSN12 What was the name of Beyoncé's first international tour? ANS12 The Beyoncé Experience QSN13 What pop singer did a duet with Beyoncé on Beautiful Liar? ANS13 Shakira

On April 4, 2008, Beyoncé married Jay Z. She publicly revealed their marriage in a video montage at the listening party for her third studio album, I Am... Sasha Fierce, in Manhattan's Sony Club on October 22, 2008. I Am... Sasha Fierce was released on November 18, 2008 in the United States. The album formally introduces Beyoncé's alter ego Sasha Fierce, conceived during the making of her 2003 single "Crazy in Love", selling 482,000 copies in its first week, debuting atop the Billboard 200, and giving Beyoncé her third consecutive number-one album in the US. The album featured the number-one song "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" and the top-five songs "If I Were a Boy" and "Halo". Achieving the accomplishment of becoming her longest-running Hot 100 single in her career, "Halo"'s success in the US helped Beyoncé attain more top-ten singles on the list than any other woman during the 2000s. It also included the successful "Sweet Dreams", and singles "Diva", "Ego", "Broken-Hearted Girl" and "Video Phone". The music video for "Single Ladies" has been parodied and imitated around the world, spawning the "first major dance craze" of the Internet age according to the Toronto Star. The video has won several awards, including Best Video at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards, the 2009 Scottish MOBO Awards, and the 2009 BET Awards. At the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, the video was nominated for nine awards, ultimately winning three including Video of the Year. Its failure to win the Best Female Video category, which went to American country pop singer Taylor Swift's "You Belong with Me", led to Kanye West interrupting the ceremony and Beyoncé improvising a re-presentation of Swift's award during her own acceptance speech. In March 2009, Beyoncé embarked on the I Am... World Tour, her second headlining worldwide concert tour, consisting of 108 shows, grossing $119.5 million. COUNT 14

QSN1 Beyonce got married in 2008 to whom? ANS1 Jay Z QSN2 Her third album, "I am...Sasha Fierce" was released when? ANS2 November 18, 2008 QSN3 For which decade, did Beyonce have more top ten songs than any other woman? ANS3 2000s QSN4 Which singer beat out Beyonce for best video performance? ANS4 Taylor Swift QSN5 In 2009, Beyonce started her second world tour and grossed how much money? ANS5 119.5 million QSN6 How did she reveal the marriage? ANS6 in a video montage QSN7 When did Beyonce begin her second world tour? ANS7 March 2009 QSN8 Who beat out Beyonce for Best Female Video ? ANS8 Taylor Swift QSN9 How much did the second world tour make in dollars? ANS9 119.5 million QSN10 When did Beyoncé get married? ANS10 April 4, 2008 QSN11 Who did Beyoncé marry? ANS11 Jay Z. QSN12 Who is Beyoncé's alter ego? ANS12 Sasha Fierce QSN13 The video for what song won Beyoncé the 2009 MTV Video of the Year award? ANS13 Single Ladies QSN14 Which prominent star felt the 2009 Female Video of the Year award should have went to Beyoncé instead of Taylor Swift? ANS14 Kanye West

Beyoncé further expanded her acting career, starring as blues singer Etta James in the 2008 musical biopic, Cadillac Records. Her performance in the film received praise from critics, and she garnered several nominations for her portrayal of James, including a Satellite Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, and a NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress. Beyoncé donated her entire salary from the film to Phoenix House, an organization of rehabilitation centers for heroin addicts around the country. On January 20, 2009, Beyoncé performed James' "At Last" at the First Couple's first inaugural ball. Beyoncé starred opposite Ali Larter and Idris Elba in the thriller, Obsessed. She played Sharon Charles, a mother and wife who learns of a woman's obsessive behavior over her husband. Although the film received negative reviews from critics, the movie did well at the US box office, grossing $68 million—$60 million more than Cadillac Records—on a budget of $20 million. The fight scene finale between Sharon and the character played by Ali Larter also won the 2010 MTV Movie Award for Best Fight. COUNT 13

QSN1 Beyonce portrayed which character in the film, Cadillac Records? ANS1 Etta James QSN2 Beyonce gave her entire salary from Cadillac Records to which organization? ANS2 Phoenix House QSN3 Which song did Beyonce sing at the first couple's inaugural ball? ANS3 At Last QSN4 What genre of film was the movie, Obsessed, in which Beyonce starred in? ANS4 thriller QSN5 A fight scene from the movie, Obsessed, won which award for Beyonce? ANS5 MTV Movie Award for Best Fight QSN6 Where did Beyonce donate her salary from the movie Cadillac Records? ANS6 Phoenix House QSN7 What thriller film did Beyonce star in? ANS7 Obsessed QSN8 What was the name of the woman she played in Obsessed? ANS8 Sharon Charles QSN9 How much more that the buget did the film gross? ANS9 60 million QSN10 Which singer did Beyoncé portray in Cadillac Records? ANS10 Etta James QSN11 Which organization received Beyoncé's entire Cadillac Records salary? ANS11 Phoenix House QSN12 Where did Beyoncé perform on January 20, 2009? ANS12 the First Couple's first inaugural ball. QSN13 Which thriller film did Beyoncé star in with Ali Larter? ANS13 Obsessed.

At the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards, Beyoncé received ten nominations, including Album of the Year for I Am... Sasha Fierce, Record of the Year for "Halo", and Song of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)", among others. She tied with Lauryn Hill for most Grammy nominations in a single year by a female artist. In 2010, Beyoncé was featured on Lady Gaga's single "Telephone" and its music video. The song topped the US Pop Songs chart, becoming the sixth number-one for both Beyoncé and Gaga, tying them with Mariah Carey for most number-ones since the Nielsen Top 40 airplay chart launched in 1992. "Telephone" received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. COUNT 14

QSN1 How many awards was Beyonce nominated for at the 52nd Grammy Awards? ANS1 ten QSN2 Beyonce tied with which artist for most nominations by a female artist? ANS2 Lauryn Hill QSN3 In 2010, Beyonce worked with which other famous singer? ANS3 Lady Gaga QSN4 How many number one singles did Beyonce now have after the song "Telephone"? ANS4 six QSN5 Beyonce tied who for most number one singles by a female? ANS5 Mariah Carey QSN6 Beyonce received how many nominations at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards? ANS6 ten nominations QSN7 What song was the sixth first place song for Beyonce? ANS7 Telephone QSN8 Who else appeared with Beyonce in Telephone? ANS8 Lady Gaga QSN9 Who did they tie with for six top songs? ANS9 Mariah Carey QSN10 Who did Beyonce tie with for the most nominations in a year? ANS10 Lauryn Hill QSN11 How many nominations did Beyoncé receive at the 52nd Grammy Awards ceremony? ANS11 ten QSN12 Who did Beyoncé tie with for the most Grammy nominations for female artists? ANS12 Lauryn Hill QSN13 Beyoncé was a featured artist on which singer's hit, Telephone? ANS13 Lady Gaga QSN14 Who did Beyoncé and Lady Gaga tie with for the most number one hits since 1992? ANS14 Mariah Carey

Beyoncé announced a hiatus from her music career in January 2010, heeding her mother's advice, "to live life, to be inspired by things again". During the break she and her father parted ways as business partners. Beyoncé's musical break lasted nine months and saw her visit multiple European cities, the Great Wall of China, the Egyptian pyramids, Australia, English music festivals and various museums and ballet performances. COUNT 11

QSN1 Beyonce would take a break from music in which year? ANS1 2010 QSN2 Which year did Beyonce and her father part business ways? ANS2 2010 QSN3 Which famous landmark did Beyonce see in China? ANS3 the Great Wall of China QSN4 In what year did Beyonce have her hiatus? ANS4 2010 QSN5 Who inspired this hiatus? ANS5 her mother QSN6 When did she stop using her father as a manager? ANS6 During the break QSN7 How long did the hiatus last? ANS7 nine months QSN8 What did Beyoncé announce in January 2010? ANS8 a hiatus QSN9 Who suggested the hiatus for Beyoncé? ANS9 her mother QSN10 Who did Beyoncé part ways with during her hiatus? ANS10 her father QSN11 How long did her hiatus last? ANS11 nine months

In 2011, documents obtained by WikiLeaks revealed that Beyoncé was one of many entertainers who performed for the family of Libyan ruler Muammar Gaddafi. Rolling Stone reported that the music industry was urging them to return the money they earned for the concerts; a spokesperson for Beyoncé later confirmed to The Huffington Post that she donated the money to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund. Later that year she became the first solo female artist to headline the main Pyramid stage at the 2011 Glastonbury Festival in over twenty years, and was named the highest-paid performer in the world per minute. COUNT 13

QSN1 In which year was reports about Beyonce performing for Muammar Gaddafi surface? ANS1 2011 QSN2 Who did Beyonce donate the money to earned from her shows? ANS2 Clinton Bush Haiti Fund QSN3 Beyonce became the first female artist to perform solo in 20 years at which stage? ANS3 the 2011 Glastonbury Festival QSN4 Which organization did Beyonce's spokespeople confirm her donations to? ANS4 The Huffington Post QSN5 Beyonce was listed in 2011 as the highest paid performer per what? ANS5 minute QSN6 Hoe did everyone learn that Beyonce performed for Kaddafi? ANS6 documents obtained by WikiLeaks QSN7 When did this leak happen? ANS7 2011 QSN8 Who did she tell about the donation? ANS8 The Huffington Post QSN9 Where did Beyonce perform in 2011? ANS9 Glastonbury Festival QSN10 Who did Beyoncé perform privately for in 2011? ANS10 Muammar Gaddafi. QSN11 Who released the information about Beyoncé's performance for the Libyan ruler? ANS11 WikiLeaks QSN12 Which organization did Beyoncé donate her pay for the private performance to? ANS12 Clinton Bush Haiti Fund. QSN13 Beyoncé was the first female singer to headline what at the 2011 Glastonbury Festival? ANS13 Pyramid stage

Her fourth studio album 4 was released on June 28, 2011 in the US. 4 sold 310,000 copies in its first week and debuted atop the Billboard 200 chart, giving Beyoncé her fourth consecutive number-one album in the US. The album was preceded by two of its singles "Run the World (Girls)" and "Best Thing I Never Had", which both attained moderate success. The fourth single "Love on Top" was a commercial success in the US. 4 also produced four other singles; "Party", "Countdown", "I Care" and "End of Time". "Eat, Play, Love", a cover story written by Beyoncé for Essence that detailed her 2010 career break, won her a writing award from the New York Association of Black Journalists. In late 2011, she took the stage at New York's Roseland Ballroom for four nights of special performances: the 4 Intimate Nights with Beyoncé concerts saw the performance of her 4 album to a standing room only. COUNT 13

QSN1 Beyonce's fourth album debuted in what year? ANS1 2011 QSN2 Which single had the most success from that album? ANS2 Love on Top QSN3 Beyonce won an award for which activity in 2011? ANS3 writing QSN4 in 2011, Beyonce performed for four nights where? ANS4 New York's Roseland Ballroom QSN5 When was Beyonce's forth album released? ANS5 June 28, 2011 QSN6 How many copies did the album sell in its first week? ANS6 310,000 copies QSN7 Who awarded Beyonce and award for writing? ANS7 New York Association of Black Journalists QSN8 When did she perform at the Roseland ballroom? ANS8 2011 QSN9 What is the name of Beyoncé's fourth studio album? ANS9 4 QSN10 When was 4 released? ANS10 June 28, 2011 QSN11 How many copies of 4 sold in the first week? ANS11 310,000 QSN12 What magazine did Beyoncé write a story for about her earlier hiatus? ANS12 Essence QSN13 Where did Beyoncé perform for four nights of standing room only concerts in 2011? ANS13 New York's Roseland Ballroom

On January 7, 2012, Beyoncé gave birth to her first child, a daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. Five months later, she performed for four nights at Revel Atlantic City's Ovation Hall to celebrate the resort's opening, her first performances since giving birth to Blue Ivy. COUNT 13

QSN1 When did Beyonce have her first child? ANS1 January 7, 2012 QSN2 Where did Beyonce give birth to her first child? ANS2 Lenox Hill Hospital QSN3 Beyonce's first child is named what? ANS3 Blue Ivy Carter QSN4 Her first appearance performing since giving birth was where? ANS4 Revel Atlantic City's Ovation Hall QSN5 When did Beyonce have her first child? ANS5 January 7, 2012 QSN6 What was the child's name? ANS6 Blue Ivy Carter QSN7 How long was it after the birth of her child before she performed again? ANS7 Five months QSN8 How many nights did she perform at Atlantic City? ANS8 four nights QSN9 When did Beyoncé give birth to a daughter? ANS9 January 7, 2012 QSN10 What did Beyoncé name her daughter? ANS10 Blue Ivy Carter QSN11 Where was Blue Ivy born? ANS11 Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. QSN12 Where was Beyoncé's first public performance after giving birth? ANS12 Revel Atlantic City's Ovation Hall QSN13 How many nights did Beyoncé play at the resort? ANS13 four

In January 2013, Destiny's Child released Love Songs, a compilation album of the romance-themed songs from their previous albums and a newly recorded track, "Nuclear". Beyoncé performed the American national anthem singing along with a pre-recorded track at President Obama's second inauguration in Washington, D.C. The following month, Beyoncé performed at the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show, held at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The performance stands as the second most tweeted about moment in history at 268,000 tweets per minute. At the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, Beyoncé won for Best Traditional R&B Performance for "Love on Top". Her feature-length documentary film, Life Is But a Dream, first aired on HBO on February 16, 2013. The film, which she directed and produced herself, featured footage from her childhood, her as a mother and businesswoman, recording, rehearsing for live performances, and her return to the spotlight following Blue Ivy's birth. Its DVD release in November 2013 was accompanied by footage from the Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live concerts and a new song, "God Made You Beautiful". In February 2013, Beyoncé signed a global publishing agreement with Warner/Chappell Music, which would cover her future songwriting and then-upcoming studio album. COUNT 12

QSN1 Destiny's Child released a compilation album about which topic? ANS1 romance QSN2 Beyonce's documentary movie was called what? ANS2 Life Is But a Dream QSN3 What did Beyonce sign in 2013? ANS3 global publishing agreement QSN4 When did Destiny's Child release its album "Love Songs"? ANS4 January 2013 QSN5 What was the title of the added track in Love Songs? ANS5 Nuclear QSN6 At whose inauguration did she perform the National Anthem? ANS6 President Obama QSN7 How many Tweets per minute did the half time show get? ANS7 268,000 tweets per minute QSN8 When did Destiny's Child release Love Songs? ANS8 January 2013 QSN9 What was the new track for Love Songs? ANS9 Nuclear QSN10 What did Beyoncé sing at President Obama's second inauguration? ANS10 the American national anthem QSN11 What event did Beyoncé perform at one month after Obama's inauguration? ANS11 Super Bowl XLVII halftime show QSN12 What is the name of Beyoncé's documentary film? ANS12 Life Is But a Dream

Beyoncé embarked on The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour on April 15 in Belgrade, Serbia; the tour included 132 dates that ran through to March 2014. It became the most successful tour of her career and one of the most-successful tours of all time. In May, Beyoncé's cover of Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black" with André 3000 on The Great Gatsby soundtrack was released. She was also honorary chair of the 2013 Met Gala. Beyoncé voiced Queen Tara in the 3D CGI animated film, Epic, released by 20th Century Fox on May 24, and recorded an original song for the film, "Rise Up", co-written with Sia. COUNT 13

QSN1 How many dates did Beyonce's "The Mrs. Carter Show" entail? ANS1 132 QSN2 One of Beyonce's most successful tours yet was which one? ANS2 The Mrs. Carter Show QSN3 Beyonce wrote which song for the movie "Epic"? ANS3 Rise Up QSN4 Beyonce voiced a character in which animated film? ANS4 Epic QSN5 When did the tour begin? ANS5 April 15 QSN6 Of what event was Beyonce honorary chair? ANS6 2013 Met Gala QSN7 What part did she voice for the movie Epic? ANS7 Queen Tara QSN8 What song did Beyonce record for the film Epic? ANS8 Rise Up QSN9 What was the name of Beyoncé's tour that she started on April 15? ANS9 The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour QSN10 How many dates did the Mrs. Carter Show World Tour have? ANS10 132 QSN11 Which Amy Winehouse song did Beyoncé cover and release in May 2014? ANS11 Back to Black QSN12 Beyoncé was an honorary chair of the 2013 what? ANS12 Met Gala. QSN13 Which character in the film, Epic, was voiced by Beyoncé? ANS13 Queen Tara

On December 13, 2013, Beyoncé unexpectedly released her eponymous fifth studio album on the iTunes Store without any prior announcement or promotion. The album debuted atop the Billboard 200 chart, giving Beyoncé her fifth consecutive number-one album in the US. This made her the first woman in the chart's history to have her first five studio albums debut at number one. Beyoncé received critical acclaim and commercial success, selling one million digital copies worldwide in six days; The New York Times noted the album's unconventional, unexpected release as significant. Musically an electro-R&B album, it concerns darker themes previously unexplored in her work, such as "bulimia, postnatal depression [and] the fears and insecurities of marriage and motherhood". The single "Drunk in Love", featuring Jay Z, peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In April 2014, after much speculation in the weeks before, Beyoncé and Jay Z officially announced their On the Run Tour. It served as the couple's first co-headlining stadium tour together. On August 24, 2014, she received the Video Vanguard Award at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards. Knowles also took home three competitive awards: Best Video with a Social Message and Best Cinematography for "Pretty Hurts", as well as best collaboration for "Drunk in Love". In November, Forbes reported that Beyoncé was the top-earning woman in music for the second year in a row—earning $115 million in the year, more than double her earnings in 2013. Beyoncé was reissued with new material in three forms: as an extended play, a box set, as well as a full platinum edition. COUNT 10

QSN1 Where did Beyonce release her 5th album to a huge surprise? ANS1 the iTunes Store QSN2 When did Beyonce get her fifth consecutive number one hit album? ANS2 December 13, 2013 QSN3 Where was the album released? ANS3 the iTunes Store QSN4 Who joined Beyonce on her On The Run Tour? ANS4 Jay Z QSN5 Who reported Beyonce to e the top earning woman in music? ANS5 Forbes QSN6 How much more were her earnings that the year before? ANS6 more than double her earnings QSN7 When did Beyoncé release her fifth studio album? ANS7 December 13, 2013 QSN8 How many digital copies of her fifth album did Beyoncé sell in six days? ANS8 one million QSN9 What song on Beyoncé's fifth studio album featured her husband? ANS9 Drunk in Love QSN10 What was the name of the tour featuring both Beyoncé and Jay Z? ANS10 On the Run Tour.

At the 57th Annual Grammy Awards in February 2015, Beyoncé was nominated for six awards, ultimately winning three: Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for "Drunk in Love", and Best Surround Sound Album for Beyoncé. She was nominated for Album of the Year but the award was won by Beck for his Morning Phase album. In August, the cover of the September issue of Vogue magazine was unveiled online, Beyoncé as the cover star, becoming the first African-American artist and third African-American woman in general to cover the September issue. She headlined the 2015 Made in America festival in early September and also the Global Citizen Festival later that month. Beyoncé made an uncredited featured appearance on the track "Hymn for the Weekend" by British rock band Coldplay, on their seventh studio album A Head Full of Dreams (2015), which saw release in December. On January 7, 2016, Pepsi announced Beyoncé would perform alongside Coldplay at Super Bowl 50 in February. Knowles has previously performed at four Super Bowl shows throughout her career, serving as the main headliner of the 47th Super Bowl halftime show in 2013. COUNT 16

QSN1 How many awards did Beyonce take home with her at the 57th Grammy Awards? ANS1 three QSN2 Which artist beat Beyonce out for Album of the year? ANS2 Beck QSN3 Which magazine did Beyonce pose on the cover for in August of 2015? ANS3 Vogue QSN4 Beyonce would perform with who at Superbowl 50? ANS4 Coldplay QSN5 Beyonce took home how many awards at the 57th Grammy Awards? ANS5 three QSN6 Beyonce lost to which artist for Album of the year? ANS6 Beck QSN7 Who did Beyonce perform next to during Superbowl 50? ANS7 Coldplay QSN8 If Beyonce won three Grammies in 2015, how many was she nominated for? ANS8 six awards QSN9 On what magazine was she the cover model? ANS9 Vogue QSN10 Who would she perform with at Superbowl 50? ANS10 Coldplay QSN11 With what British band did Beyonce perform on their album? ANS11 Coldplay QSN12 How many awards was Beyoncé nominated for at the 57th annual Grammys? ANS12 six QSN13 How many awards did Beyoncé win at the 57th Annual Grammys? ANS13 three QSN14 Beyoncé lost the Album of the Year award to which entertainer? ANS14 Beck QSN15 Which magazine did Beyoncé pose for the cover, making her the first black female artist to do so? ANS15 Vogue QSN16 Who did Beyonce perform with at Super Bowl 50? ANS16 Coldplay

On February 6, 2016, one day before her performance at the Super Bowl, Beyoncé released a new single exclusively on music streaming service Tidal called "Formation". COUNT 8

QSN1 Beyonce released the song "Formation" on which online music service? ANS1 Tidal QSN2 Beyonce's new single released before the super bowl was called what? ANS2 Formation QSN3 What day did Beyonce release her single, Formation? ANS3 February 6, 2016 QSN4 How was the single released? ANS4 exclusively QSN5 What was the name of the streaming service? ANS5 Tidal QSN6 What kind of platform was the song released? ANS6 music streaming QSN7 When did Beyoncé release Formation? ANS7 February 6, 2016 QSN8 Where did Beyoncé exclusively release her single, Formation? ANS8 Tidal

Beyoncé is believed to have first started a relationship with Jay Z after a collaboration on "'03 Bonnie & Clyde", which appeared on his seventh album The Blueprint 2: The Gift & The Curse (2002). Beyoncé appeared as Jay Z's girlfriend in the music video for the song, which would further fuel speculation of their relationship. On April 4, 2008, Beyoncé and Jay Z were married without publicity. As of April 2014, the couple have sold a combined 300 million records together. The couple are known for their private relationship, although they have appeared to become more relaxed in recent years. Beyoncé suffered a miscarriage in 2010 or 2011, describing it as "the saddest thing" she had ever endured. She returned to the studio and wrote music in order to cope with the loss. In April 2011, Beyoncé and Jay Z traveled to Paris in order to shoot the album cover for her 4, and unexpectedly became pregnant in Paris. COUNT 13

QSN1 As of April 2014, how many albums have Jay Z and Beyonce sold together? ANS1 300 million QSN2 Where did Beyonce become pregnant? ANS2 Paris QSN3 Beyonce described what as the "hardest thing she had to endure"? ANS3 miscarriage QSN4 Who did Beyonce have a relationship with? ANS4 Jay Z QSN5 When were Beyonce and Jay Z married? ANS5 April 4, 2008 QSN6 Together how records have they sold ? ANS6 300 million QSN7 How did Beyonce deal with the miscarriage of her child? ANS7 wrote music QSN8 Where was Beyonce when she became pregnant? ANS8 Paris QSN9 In which music video did Beyoncé star as Jay Z's girlfriend, creating speculation about their relationship? ANS9 '03 Bonnie & Clyde QSN10 When were Beyoncé and Jay Z married? ANS10 April 4, 2008 QSN11 How many records combined have Beyoncé and Jay Z sold? ANS11 300 million QSN12 What did Beyoncé describe as the saddest thing in her life? ANS12 miscarriage QSN13 Where did Beyoncé get pregnant? ANS13 Paris.

In August, the couple attended the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, at which Beyoncé performed "Love on Top" and started the performance saying "Tonight I want you to stand up on your feet, I want you to feel the love that's growing inside of me". At the end of the performance, she dropped her microphone, unbuttoned her blazer and rubbed her stomach, confirming her pregnancy she had alluded to earlier in the evening. Her appearance helped that year's MTV Video Music Awards become the most-watched broadcast in MTV history, pulling in 12.4 million viewers; the announcement was listed in Guinness World Records for "most tweets per second recorded for a single event" on Twitter, receiving 8,868 tweets per second and "Beyonce pregnant" was the most Googled term the week of August 29, 2011. COUNT 12

QSN1 Jay Z and Beyonce attended which event together in August of 2011? ANS1 MTV Video Music Awards QSN2 Beyonce confirmed what after performing one of her songs? ANS2 her pregnancy QSN3 How many people watched the 2011 MTV Music Awards? ANS3 12.4 million QSN4 Where did she announce her pregnancy? ANS4 2011 MTV Video Music Awards QSN5 Why was the broadcast the most-watched in history? ANS5 Her appearance QSN6 What even was recorded in the Guinness World Records? ANS6 most tweets per second QSN7 What was the most searched term in week of Aug 29, 2011? ANS7 Beyonce pregnant QSN8 What song did she perform at the MTV Awards? ANS8 Love on Top QSN9 Where did Beyoncé announce her pregnancy? ANS9 2011 MTV Video Music Awards QSN10 What song did Beyoncé sing prior to announcing her pregnancy? ANS10 Love on Top QSN11 How many people watched the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards? ANS11 12.4 million QSN12 What was the most searched term on Google for the week of August 29, 2011? ANS12 Beyonce pregnant

On January 7, 2012, Beyoncé gave birth to a daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York under heavy security. Two days later, Jay Z released "Glory", a song dedicated to their child, on his website Lifeandtimes.com. The song detailed the couple's pregnancy struggles, including a miscarriage Beyoncé suffered before becoming pregnant with Blue Ivy. Blue Ivy's cries are included at the end of the song, and she was officially credited as "B.I.C." on it. At two days old, she became the youngest person ever to appear on a Billboard chart when "Glory" debuted on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. COUNT 12

QSN1 Jay Z has a website called what? ANS1 Lifeandtimes.com QSN2 Which song by Jay Z talked about the pregnancy struggles? ANS2 Glory QSN3 What was the name of Beyonce's daughter? ANS3 Blue Ivy Carter QSN4 At what hospital was the baby delivered? ANS4 Lenox Hill Hospital QSN5 What was the named of the song dedicated to the child? ANS5 Glory QSN6 What does B.I.C. stand for? ANS6 Blue Ivy Carter QSN7 Who was credited for her cries on the song? ANS7 B.I.C. QSN8 When did Beyoncé give birth to her daughter? ANS8 January 7, 2012 QSN9 What did Beyoncé and Jay Z name their daughter? ANS9 Blue Ivy Carter QSN10 What song did Jay Z release two days after Blue Ivy was born? ANS10 Glory QSN11 What is included at the end of Glory? ANS11 Blue Ivy's cries QSN12 How was Blue Ivy credited on Glory? ANS12 B.I.C.

Beyoncé and husband Jay Z are friends with President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. She performed "America the Beautiful" at the 2009 presidential inauguration, as well as "At Last" during the first inaugural dance at the Neighborhood Ball two days later. Beyoncé and Jay Z held a fundraiser at the latter's 40/40 Club in Manhattan for Obama's 2012 presidential campaign which raised $4 million. Beyoncé uploaded pictures of her paper ballot on Tumblr, confirming she had voted in support for the Democratic Party and to encourage others to do so. She also performed the American national anthem at his second inauguration, singing along with a pre-recorded track. She publicly endorsed same sex marriage on March 26, 2013, after the Supreme Court debate on California's Proposition 8. In July 2013, Beyoncé and Jay-Z attended a rally in response to the acquittal of George Zimmerman for the shooting of Trayvon Martin. COUNT 10

QSN1 Beyonce and Jay-Z went to a rally for the acquittal of whom? ANS1 George Zimmerman QSN2 Beyonce sang which song during the 2009 presidential inauguration? ANS2 America the Beautiful QSN3 How much did Beyonce raise for Obama at the 40/40 Club? ANS3 4 million QSN4 What did she endorse on March 26, 2013? ANS4 same sex marriage QSN5 What did they attend in July 2013? ANS5 a rally QSN6 What did she sing at the 2009 Presidential Inauguration? ANS6 America the Beautiful QSN7 What song did Beyoncé perform at the 2009 inauguration of Obama? ANS7 America the Beautiful QSN8 What song did Beyoncé perform at the first inaugural dance for the Obamas. ANS8 At Last QSN9 What social media platform did Beyoncé upload a picture of her paper ballot on? ANS9 Tumblr QSN10 When did Beyoncé endorse on March 26, 2013? ANS10 same sex marriage

In an interview published by Vogue in April 2013, Beyoncé was asked if she considers herself a feminist, to which she said, "that word can be very extreme... But I guess I am a modern-day feminist. I do believe in equality". She would later align herself more publicly with the movement, sampling "We should all be feminists", a speech delivered by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie at a TEDxEuston conference in April 2013, in her song "Flawless", released later that year. She has also contributed to the Ban Bossy campaign, which uses television and social media to encourage leadership in girls. COUNT 9

QSN1 Beyonce did an interview with which magazine and was asked about feminism? ANS1 Vogue QSN2 Beyonce supported which campaign that encourages leadership in girls? ANS2 Ban Bossy campaign QSN3 Where was Beyonce quoted as saying that she is a modern-day feminist? ANS3 Vogue QSN4 When did she say the she is a feminist? ANS4 April 2013 QSN5 What campaign did she contribute to? ANS5 Ban Bossy QSN6 What song did she release in 2013 in response to a speech? ANS6 Flawless QSN7 What does Ban Bossy encourage? ANS7 leadership in girls QSN8 Beyoncé used words from which Nigerian author in her song, Flawless? ANS8 Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie QSN9 Which campaign does Beyoncé contribute to that encourages leadership in females? ANS9 Ban Bossy

In 2015 Beyoncé signed an open letter which the ONE Campaign had been collecting signatures for; the letter was addressed to Angela Merkel and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, urging them to focus on women as they serve as the head of the G7 in Germany and the AU in South Africa respectively, which will start to set the priorities in development funding before a main UN summit in September 2015 that will establish new development goals for the generation. COUNT 12

QSN1 Beyonce signed a letter with who in 2015? ANS1 the ONE Campaign QSN2 An important UN summit took place when? ANS2 September 2015 QSN3 The letter Beyonce signed focused on what issue? ANS3 women QSN4 What had to be set in developing funding? ANS4 priorities QSN5 When did Beyonce sign a letter for ONE Campaign? ANS5 2015 QSN6 To whom was the letter addressed? ANS6 Angela Merkel and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma QSN7 Who are these women? ANS7 head of the G7 in Germany QSN8 When will they meet? ANS8 September 2015 QSN9 Who did Beyoncé sign a letter for in 2015? ANS9 the ONE Campaign QSN10 Who was the letter addressed to? ANS10 Angela Merkel and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma QSN11 What was Angela Merkel serving as in relation to the letter? ANS11 the head of the G7 in Germany QSN12 What did the letter want the two recipients to focus on? ANS12 women

Following the death of Freddie Gray, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, among other notable figures, met with his family. After the imprisonment of protesters of Gray's death, Beyoncé and Jay-Z donated thousands of dollars to bail them out. COUNT 4

QSN1 Beyonce along with Jay Z met with whom's family after their death? ANS1 Freddie Gray QSN2 Beyonce with Jay Z gave lots of money to bail who out of prison? ANS2 protesters QSN3 Who's death caused this protest? ANS3 Freddie Gray QSN4 How much bail money did they spend? ANS4 thousands of dollars

Forbes magazine began reporting on Beyoncé's earnings in 2008, calculating that the $80 million earned between June 2007 to June 2008, for her music, tour, films and clothing line made her the world's best-paid music personality at the time, above Madonna and Celine Dion. They placed her fourth on the Celebrity 100 list in 2009 and ninth on the "Most Powerful Women in the World" list in 2010. The following year, Forbes placed her eighth on the "Best-Paid Celebrities Under 30" list, having earned $35 million in the past year for her clothing line and endorsement deals. In 2012, Forbes placed Beyoncé at number 16 on the Celebrity 100 list, twelve places lower than three years ago yet still having earned $40 million in the past year for her album 4, clothing line and endorsement deals. In the same year, Beyoncé and Jay Z placed at number one on the "World's Highest-Paid Celebrity Couples", for collectively earning $78 million. The couple made it into the previous year's Guinness World Records as the "highest-earning power couple" for collectively earning $122 million in 2009. For the years 2009 to 2011, Beyoncé earned an average of $70 million per year, and earned $40 million in 2012. In 2013, Beyoncé's endorsements of Pepsi and H&M made her and Jay Z the world's first billion dollar couple in the music industry. That year, Beyoncé was published as the fourth most-powerful celebrity in the Forbes rankings. MTV estimated that by the end of 2014, Beyoncé would become the highest-paid black musician in history; she succeeded to do so in April 2014. In June 2014, Beyoncé ranked at #1 on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list, earning an estimated $115 million throughout June 2013 – June 2014. This in turn was the first time she had topped the Celebrity 100 list as well as being her highest yearly earnings to date. As of May 2015, her net worth is estimated to be $250 million. COUNT 13

QSN1 Beyonce beat out which musical artists for most paid between June 2007 and June 2008? ANS1 Madonna and Celine Dion QSN2 Beyonce and Jay Z got a Guinness World record for what in 2009? ANS2 highest-earning power couple QSN3 Beyonce became the highest-paid black musician in which year? ANS3 2014 QSN4 Up until May of 2015, how much is Beyonce's total worth? ANS4 250 million QSN5 Between 2008 and 2009, which entertainers did Beyonce beat in earnings? ANS5 Madonna and Celine Dion QSN6 In 2012 who placed Beyonce at 16 in the Celebrity List? ANS6 Forbes QSN7 When did she and Jay Z become the highest paid black celebrity couple? ANS7 2011 QSN8 How much did she earn in 2014? ANS8 115 million QSN9 What is Beyonce's net worth in 2015? ANS9 250 million QSN10 Who began reporting Beyoncé's annual earnings, starting in 2008? ANS10 Forbes QSN11 When did Beyoncé become the highest paid black musician, ever? ANS11 April 2014. QSN12 Who predicted that Beyoncé would become the highest paid black entertainer? ANS12 MTV QSN13 When did Jay Z and Beyoncé become the first music couple worth over a billion dollars? ANS13 2013

Beyoncé's vocal range spans four octaves. Jody Rosen highlights her tone and timbre as particularly distinctive, describing her voice as "one of the most compelling instruments in popular music". While another critic says she is a "Vocal acrobat, being able to sing long and complex melismas and vocal runs effortlessly, and in key. Her vocal abilities mean she is identified as the centerpiece of Destiny's Child. The Daily Mail calls Beyoncé's voice "versatile", capable of exploring power ballads, soul, rock belting, operatic flourishes, and hip hop. Jon Pareles of The New York Times commented that her voice is "velvety yet tart, with an insistent flutter and reserves of soul belting". Rosen notes that the hip hop era highly influenced Beyoncé's strange rhythmic vocal style, but also finds her quite traditionalist in her use of balladry, gospel and falsetto. Other critics praise her range and power, with Chris Richards of The Washington Post saying she was "capable of punctuating any beat with goose-bump-inducing whispers or full-bore diva-roars." COUNT 12

QSN1 Beyonce's range in singing is how many octaves? ANS1 four QSN2 who talked about Beyonce's tone and timbre as distinctive? ANS2 Jody Rosen QSN3 Which critic called Beyonce's voice "versatile"? ANS3 The Daily Mail QSN4 Which era was credited to have influenced Beyonce's singing style by Jody Rosen? ANS4 hip hop QSN5 How many octaves does Beyonce have? ANS5 four octaves QSN6 What did the Daily Mail say about Beyonce's voice? ANS6 versatile QSN7 What does Rosen claim influenced Beyonce's style? ANS7 hip hop QSN8 What do other critics claim? ANS8 praise her range and power QSN9 How many octaves does Beyoncé's voice span? ANS9 four QSN10 Why is Beyoncé known as the centerpiece of Destiny's Child? ANS10 Her vocal abilities QSN11 New York Times' Jon Pareles calls Beyoncé's voice velvety yet what? ANS11 tart QSN12 What does Jody Rosen say influenced Beyoncé's vocal style? ANS12 the hip hop era

Beyoncé's music is generally R&B, but she also incorporates pop, soul and funk into her songs. 4 demonstrated Beyoncé's exploration of 90s-style R&B, as well as further use of soul and hip hop than compared to previous releases. While she almost exclusively releases English songs, Beyoncé recorded several Spanish songs for Irreemplazable (re-recordings of songs from B'Day for a Spanish-language audience), and the re-release of B'Day. To record these, Beyoncé was coached phonetically by American record producer Rudy Perez. COUNT 13

QSN1 Music from Beyonce is generally categorized as what genre? ANS1 R&B QSN2 Besides R&B, which genres does Beyonce dabble in? ANS2 pop, soul and funk QSN3 Beyonce mostly releases English songs, but what other language did she release songs? ANS3 Spanish QSN4 Spanish songs Beyonce released were for what? ANS4 re-release of B'Day QSN5 Beyonce was coached for her Spanish songs by which American? ANS5 Rudy Perez QSN6 What kind of music does Beyonce do? ANS6 R&B QSN7 What language does she mainly sing? ANS7 English QSN8 What other language has she sung? ANS8 Spanish QSN9 What album did she re-release in Spanish? ANS9 B'Day QSN10 What style of music does Beyoncé usually perform? ANS10 R&B QSN11 What language did Beyoncé release several songs in? ANS11 Spanish QSN12 Who coached Beyoncé for her Spanish recordings? ANS12 Rudy Perez. QSN13 What album did the Spanish songs come from? ANS13 B'Day.

She has received co-writing credits for most of the songs recorded with Destiny's Child and her solo efforts. Her early songs were personally driven and female-empowerment themed compositions like "Independent Women" and "Survivor", but after the start of her relationship with Jay Z she transitioned to more man-tending anthems such as "Cater 2 U". Beyoncé has also received co-producing credits for most of the records in which she has been involved, especially during her solo efforts. However, she does not formulate beats herself, but typically comes up with melodies and ideas during production, sharing them with producers. COUNT 9

QSN1 Beyonce does not create which aspect of her music? ANS1 beats QSN2 An example of a song aimed towards a male audience is what? ANS2 Cater 2 U QSN3 What theme was Beyonce's early music? ANS3 female-empowerment QSN4 With Jay Z what were her new themes? ANS4 man-tending anthems QSN5 What does she get credits for in her music? ANS5 co-producing credits QSN6 What part of production does she do? ANS6 melodies QSN7 Beyoncé's early recordings empowered who? ANS7 Women QSN8 In addition to co-writing credits, Beyoncé also got what credits for most of her albums? ANS8 co-producing QSN9 Rather than beats, what two things does Beyoncé usually come up with for producers? ANS9 melodies and ideas

In 2001, she became the first African-American woman and second woman songwriter to win the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards. Beyoncé was the third woman to have writing credits on three number one songs ("Irreplaceable", "Grillz" and "Check on It") in the same year, after Carole King in 1971 and Mariah Carey in 1991. She is tied with American songwriter Diane Warren at third with nine songwriting credits on number-one singles. (The latter wrote her 9/11-motivated song "I Was Here" for 4.) In May 2011, Billboard magazine listed Beyoncé at number 17 on their list of the "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters", for having co-written eight singles that hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. She was one of only three women on that list. COUNT 12

QSN1 Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001 was awarded to whom? ANS1 Beyoncé QSN2 Beyonce received the Pop Songwriter of the Year award at which event? ANS2 American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards QSN3 Beyonce has the same number of writing credits on number one singles as whom? ANS3 Diane Warren QSN4 Beyonce joined 2 other women on what list from Billboard magazine in 2011? ANS4 Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters QSN5 When did Beyonce become the first African American woman to win Pop songwriter of the year? ANS5 2001 QSN6 What place is she tied for in songwriting credits? ANS6 third QSN7 Who listed her at number 17 in their list of Top 20 hot 100 Songwriters? ANS7 Billboard magazine QSN8 Where does she place in writing credits for three number one songs? ANS8 third woman QSN9 What did Beyoncé win in 2001, making her the first black woman to do so? ANS9 Pop Songwriter of the Year award QSN10 Who gave Beyoncé the Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2001? ANS10 the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Pop Music Awards. QSN11 Beyoncé was one of how many women on Billboard magazine's 2011 "Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters" list. ANS11 three QSN12 What number was Beyoncé on the Top 20 Hot 100 Songwriters list? ANS12 17

Beyoncé names Michael Jackson as her major musical influence. Aged five, Beyoncé attended her first ever concert where Jackson performed and she claims to have realised her purpose. When she presented him with a tribute award at the World Music Awards in 2006, Beyoncé said, "if it wasn't for Michael Jackson, I would never ever have performed." She admires Diana Ross as an "all-around entertainer" and Whitney Houston, who she said "inspired me to get up there and do what she did." She credits Mariah Carey's singing and her song "Vision of Love" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal runs as a child. Her other musical influences include Aaliyah, Prince, Lauryn Hill, Sade Adu, Donna Summer, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson, Anita Baker and Rachelle Ferrell. COUNT 11

QSN1 To whom did Beyonce credit as her major influence on her music? ANS1 Michael Jackson QSN2 How old was Beyonce when she went to her first Michael Jackson concert as a kid? ANS2 five QSN3 Beyonce gave a tribute award to who in 2006? ANS3 Michael Jackson QSN4 Beyonce cites Mariah Carey to making her want to start doing what? ANS4 vocal runs QSN5 Who influenced Beyonce? ANS5 Michael Jackson QSN6 What song by Mariah Carey influenced her? ANS6 Vision of Love QSN7 Who is Beyoncé's biggest musical influence? ANS7 Michael Jackson QSN8 What was Beyoncé's first concert? ANS8 Michael Jackson QSN9 Who does Beyoncé feel is an all-around entertainer? ANS9 Diana Ross QSN10 Who does she credit for the inspiration to "get up there and do what she did"? ANS10 Whitney Houston QSN11 What song caused Beyoncé to practice runs as a child? ANS11 Vision of Love

The feminism and female empowerment themes on Beyoncé's second solo album B'Day were inspired by her role in Dreamgirls and by singer Josephine Baker. Beyoncé paid homage to Baker by performing "Déjà Vu" at the 2006 Fashion Rocks concert wearing Baker's trademark mini-hula skirt embellished with fake bananas. Beyoncé's third solo album I Am... Sasha Fierce was inspired by Jay Z and especially by Etta James, whose "boldness" inspired Beyoncé to explore other musical genres and styles. Her fourth solo album, 4, was inspired by Fela Kuti, 1990s R&B, Earth, Wind & Fire, DeBarge, Lionel Richie, Teena Marie with additional influences by The Jackson 5, New Edition, Adele, Florence and the Machine, and Prince. COUNT 8

QSN1 What themes were influenced by her acting role in Dreamgirls? ANS1 feminism and female empowerment QSN2 Which singer did Beyonce honor by entertaining with her song "Deja Vu"? ANS2 Josephine Baker QSN3 Who motivated Beyonce to explore other areas of music? ANS3 Etta James QSN4 What movie influenced Beyonce towards empowerment themes? ANS4 Dreamgirls QSN5 How did Etta James influence her? ANS5 boldness QSN6 Where did she perform wearing Baker's hula skirt? ANS6 2006 Fashion Rocks concert QSN7 What singer inspired Beyoncé's B'Day album? ANS7 Josephine Baker. QSN8 What song did Beyoncé sing at a 2006 concert to honor Josephine Baker? ANS8 Déjà Vu

Beyoncé has stated that she is personally inspired by US First Lady Michelle Obama, saying "She proves you can do it all" and she has described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman". She has also discussed how Jay Z is a continuing inspiration to her, both with what she describes as his lyrical genius and in the obstacles he has overcome in his life. Beyoncé has expressed admiration for the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, posting in a letter "what I find in the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat, I search for in every day in music... he is lyrical and raw". In February 2013, Beyoncé said that Madonna inspired her to take control of her own career. She commented: "I think about Madonna and how she took all of the great things she achieved and started the label and developed other artists. But there are not enough of those women.". COUNT 12

QSN1 Beyonce has noted which first lady with saying "She proves you can do it all"? ANS1 Michelle Obama QSN2 Which month and year did Beyonce credit Madonna for inspiring her to take control of her career? ANS2 February 2013 QSN3 Beyonce has said that who embodies the "definition of inspiration and a strong woman"? ANS3 Oprah Winfrey QSN4 Who personally influences Beyonce? ANS4 Michelle Obama QSN5 Hoe does she describe Oprah Winfrey? ANS5 a strong woman QSN6 How does she describe Jean- Michel Basquiat? ANS6 lyrical and raw QSN7 How does Madonna influence her? ANS7 to take control of her own career QSN8 How does she describe Jay Z? ANS8 continuing inspiration QSN9 Who inspires Beyoncé because "she does it all?" ANS9 First Lady Michelle Obama QSN10 Who does Beyoncé describe as the definition of inspiration? ANS10 Oprah Winfrey QSN11 Who does Beyoncé describe as lyrical and raw? ANS11 Jean-Michel Basquiat QSN12 Who inspired Beyoncé to take control of her career? ANS12 Madonna

In 2006, Beyoncé introduced her all-female tour band Suga Mama (also the name of a song in B'Day) which includes bassists, drummers, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists and percussionists. Her background singers, The Mamas, consist of Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick. They made their debut appearance at the 2006 BET Awards and re-appeared in the music videos for "Irreplaceable" and "Green Light". The band have supported Beyoncé in most subsequent live performances, including her 2007 concert tour The Beyoncé Experience, 2009–2010 I Am... World Tour and 2013–2014 The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour. COUNT 12

QSN1 Beyonce had an all-female tour band whose name was what? ANS1 Suga Mama QSN2 Beyonce had singers in the background known by the name as? ANS2 The Mamas QSN3 The Mamas members included which 3 musicians? ANS3 Montina Cooper-Donnell, Crystal Collins and Tiffany Moniqué Riddick QSN4 The Mamas first appearance was when? ANS4 2006 QSN5 What band did Beyonce introduce in 2006? ANS5 Suga Mama QSN6 What song name does the band Suga Mama and a song on the B'Day album share? ANS6 Suga Mama QSN7 Where did Suga Mama band make their first appearance? ANS7 2006 BET Awards QSN8 What band supports Beyonce in her tours? ANS8 Suga Mama QSN9 What is the name of Beyoncé's female tour band? ANS9 Suga Mama QSN10 Suga Mama is also a song on which Beyoncé album? ANS10 B'Day QSN11 What are Beyoncé's backup singers called? ANS11 The Mamas QSN12 When did The Mamas make their debut? ANS12 the 2006 BET Awards

Beyoncé has received praise for her stage presence and voice during live performances. Jarett Wieselman of the New York Post placed her at number one on her list of the Five Best Singer/Dancers. According to Barbara Ellen of The Guardian Beyoncé is the most in-charge female artist she's seen onstage, while Alice Jones of The Independent wrote she "takes her role as entertainer so seriously she's almost too good." The ex-President of Def Jam L.A. Reid has described Beyoncé as the greatest entertainer alive. Jim Farber of the Daily News and Stephanie Classen of Star Phoenix both praised her strong voice and her stage presence. COUNT 8

QSN1 What characteristics has Beyonce received acclaim for? ANS1 stage presence and voice QSN2 Which former president of Def Jam called Beyonce the greatest entertainer alive? ANS2 L.A. Reid QSN3 For what does Beyonce receive praise? ANS3 stage presence QSN4 Who chose her as number one on his list of Best singers/ Dancers? ANS4 Jarett Wieselman QSN5 How has L.A. Reid described her? ANS5 greatest entertainer alive QSN6 How does Alice Jones describe her? ANS6 she's almost too good QSN7 Who has Beyoncé at number one on her Five Best Singer/Dancers? ANS7 Jarett Wieselman QSN8 Who has said that Beyoncé is the best entertainer alive? ANS8 L.A. Reid

Described as being "sexy, seductive and provocative" when performing on stage, Beyoncé has said that she originally created the alter ego "Sasha Fierce" to keep that stage persona separate from who she really is. She described Sasha as being "too aggressive, too strong, too sassy [and] too sexy", stating, "I'm not like her in real life at all." Sasha was conceived during the making of "Crazy in Love", and Beyoncé introduced her with the release of her 2008 album I Am... Sasha Fierce. In February 2010, she announced in an interview with Allure magazine that she was comfortable enough with herself to no longer need Sasha Fierce. However, Beyoncé announced in May 2012 that she would bring her back for her Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live shows later that month. COUNT 10

QSN1 Beyonce self proclaimed alter ego is named what? ANS1 Sasha Fierce QSN2 Her alter ego was born when according to Beyonce? ANS2 making of "Crazy in Love" QSN3 What year did Beyonce do away with Sasha Fierce? ANS3 2010 QSN4 Beyonce brought back Sasha Fierce during which event? ANS4 Revel Presents: Beyoncé Live QSN5 How does she describe Sasha? ANS5 too aggressive, too strong QSN6 Later what did she say about Sasha? ANS6 she would bring her back QSN7 What is the name of Beyoncé's alter ego? ANS7 Sasha Fierce. QSN8 When did Beyoncé introduce Sasha Fierce? ANS8 2008 QSN9 Sasha Fierce was created during the making of what song? ANS9 Crazy in Love QSN10 Who did Beyoncé tell in February 2010 that Sasha Fierce was no longer needed? ANS10 Allure magazine

Beyoncé has been described as a having a wide-ranging sex appeal, with music journalist Touré writing that since the release of Dangerously in Love, she has "become a crossover sex symbol". Offstage Beyoncé says that while she likes to dress sexily, her onstage dress "is absolutely for the stage." Due to her curves and the term's catchiness, in the 2000s, the media often used the term "Bootylicious" (a portmanteau of the words booty and delicious) to describe Beyoncé, the term popularized by Destiny's Child's single of the same name. In 2006, it was added to the Oxford English Dictionary. COUNT 11

QSN1 Beyonce's sex appeal is characterized as what? ANS1 wide-ranging QSN2 Which music journalist described Beyonce as a "crossover sex symbol?" ANS2 Touré QSN3 Which word spawned from a term used to describe Beyonce in 2006? ANS3 Bootylicious QSN4 Bootylicious was a song from which act that Beyonce performed with? ANS4 Destiny's Child QSN5 Oxford Dictionary added which word from the 2000s dedicated to Beyonce? ANS5 Bootylicious QSN6 What word is often used to describe Beyonce/ ANS6 Bootylicious QSN7 When was the term added to the dictionary? ANS7 2006 QSN8 What journalist wrote that Beyoncé was a "sex symbol"? ANS8 Touré QSN9 Because of Beyoncé's physical shape, what slang term has been used to describe her? ANS9 Bootylicious QSN10 In what year was the slang term from a title of a Destiny's Child song that is also used to describe Beyoncé put in the dictionary? ANS10 2006 QSN11 How does Beyoncé say she likes to dress off-stage? ANS11 sexily