Past, present and proud Prelims

Past, Present and Proud
Prelims

RULES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
❏ 20 Questions in the Prelims. No negatives, take all your guesses.
❏ Questions will be streamed on Zoom, answer via Forms.
❏ Only 1 form submission per team will be accepted.
❏ Only the first form submitted will be considered.
❏ Part points applicable wherever multiple answers are required.
❏ Googling and surfing the web is sincerely discouraged and is grounds for
disqualification.
❏ This quiz revolves around inclusivity, pride, and representation. In case you
find ANY content, framing, behaviour, etc. insensitive, we are open to
feedback.
❏ Thanks to NSS SVC for this collaboration.
❏ Questions 5, 7, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 have been ‘star-marked’ and
will be used to resolve ties.

Q1.
Italian fashion-house Dolce & Gabbana is considered a pioneer in introducing
this fashion trend, targeting a specific group of people from a specific part
of the world. It didn’t take much time for this trend to become mainstream
and many global brands followed, albeit receiving their fair share of flack for
cultural appropriation in the name of fashion.
In 2018, a sportswear giant followed suit and released its own version of this
item to establish a level playing field by bridging the gap between sport and
culture but drew criticism for promoting oppression. Considered a victory by
the target group, which sporting giant is being talked about and what did
it release?

Q2
With its title referencing the colours of a Los Angeles Sky, this 2015 comedy-
drama received critical acclaim for its portrayal of gender and the sex-trade
subculture of California.
The movie was made on a low and tight budget, and thus was uniquely shot.
In what way was the movie shot?
It also was unique in its casting preferences. How?

Q3
Pictured here is a replica of a part of a famous international gift which stands
at the gifter’s abode. In the late 90s, it became an unofficial memorial to
someone after their unexpected and tragic death at
the same place.
Replica of what? Memorial to whom?

Q4
A seven year old short-film follows the story of an ambitious Zambian teacher,
who took upon himself the training of the first crew of Africans for
outworldly travel. Set in 1964, a time when the U.S. and U.S.S.R. were in a
race of their own, this movie is inspired by actual people and events.
Based on the profession, and a distinct physical feature of those involved,
what portmanteau forms the title of this film?

Q5.*
Pictured here is a park located in the Castro District of San Francisco,
California. A first of its kind, it’s a permanent, free-standing memorial for
persecuted victims. Look closely, and
identify the symbol it takes inspiration from
and pays homage to. What victims were
these symbols associated with,
before being reclaimed with pride?

Q6.
This popular Japanese series, with flamboyantly dressed characters and
covert homoeroticism, is well known for its marvellous depiction of the
human form, catchy phrases and striking poses. The artist, a supporter of the
LBGTQ community, agrees to have created many androgynous characters, a
few of which are bisexual. He has even collaborated with Gucci twice, in the
form of comics and exhibitions, and his works have been displayed in their
stores worldwide. Image follows.
Identify this artists' primary claim to fame.

Past, present and proud Prelims

Q7.*
Born a slave, this woman defied all odds, broke away from her chains and led
several others like her to freedom. She was thus nicknamed after a revered
prophet, who also did the same for his people. She happens to be the titular
character of an acclaimed 2019 movie. A spy for the union army during the
civil war, discussion surrounding her achievements were recently ignited,
owing to certain plans by the newly formed government in the USA.
Identify the person and who she was nicknamed after.

Q8.
In technology, this model of communication is used where one device has
a one-way control over one or more devices. It has existed for decades but
has invited criticism in recent years owing to its terminology. It rightly received
flack from the community, and replacements were made.
Among these, a web framework also made the replacement in 2014.
Ironically though, a film sharing its name with this framework played on the
oft-repeated Blaxploitation troupe, two years prior.
What is this model? Name the web interface/film.

Q9.
Despite being one of the most popular African American athletes (and one
of the most popular athletes in general), he has faced criticism because of his
reticence on the issues faced by the black community. The most notable
instance of this occurred in 1990, during a Senatorial race in his home state of
North Carolina between the Democratic party candidate Harvey Gantt and the
three time incumbent Governor Jesse Helms, an ultra-conservative racist. When
asked to endorse Gantt, he refused and allegedly quipped “Republicans buy
sneakers too”, a reference to his extremely popular brand of shoes.
Identify the athlete.

10 Video Q*
Featured here is a snippet from a 2020 web series that reimagines history
through a new lens. Simply identify the subject.
https://youtu.be/33VHNidLgWU

Q11.
Pictured on the next slide are the Russian, Algerian, Afghani, Canadian,
Spanish and Japanese equivalents of a historical figure and are revered in
their respective countries for their courageous defiance of stereotypical
norms in the face of oppressive regimes.
Which historical figure, who fought for their country in a war that went on for
almost two decades more than the what the name implies, have they been
compared to?

Q12.
These two books, published 23 years apart, almost share the same title, with
the latter drawing from the former with a certain negative connotation - a dig
at the prejudice lashed out by the highly conservative society in which
the authors - both of whom are gay- were born and raised.
The former is one of the lengthiest published texts in English Literature and
was recently adapted by the BBC, while the latter is an autobiographical
account.
Name both the books.

Q13.
Two prominent instances where this trope is used are Janelle Monae’s ‘Make
Me Feel’ music video and a Black Mirror episode called ‘San Junipero’, both
works exploring sexuality.
While many people argue that this is an empowering visual device, a few
writers have also criticised its perpetuation of stereotypes given that this
trope can largely only be seen in clubs and thus, implies an experimentative
nature away from a serious, genuine one - a wrongful typecasting often
done to this group of people.
What trope? /Put Funda.

Q14
Angela Benton is an internet entrepreneur and a businesswoman. In 2007,
she launched a site out of her frustration to find information on what people
of her community were doing from an entrepreneurial and corporate
perspective.
To name it, she modified a widely used, two-worded internet term referring
to a deeper, more secretive realm, to something accurately representative of her
community.
What?

Q15*
Recently, Lin Manuel-Miranda penned a profile for TIME’s 100 NEXT List - a list
that identifies future leaders to look forward to. The profile was of an
author with a speech impediment, who used songs from a Tony winning
musical as part of speech therapy because of the repetitive ‘R’ sounds.
Which young author, seen headlining events and newspapers early on
this year? What musical?

This biographical film, tells the story of three African American women in the
field of science and mathematics. It shows how these women navigate
through a racially intolerant 60s, while performing in their workplace, which
was predominantly male and white. The title of the film can be attributed to
the fact that there are complex arithmetic calculations involved, often
concealed from the naked eye, but deciphered through perseverance and
skill. Identify the film.
Q16*

Q17*
Mary Beth Edelson’s Some Living American Women Artists, 1972 is a mockup
of perhaps what is the most famous and pristine work of art known to us.
In it, Edelson collages over the multiple faces on the painting with those of
her friends and idols. In the middle, in place of the most central figure, sits
perhaps one of the most successful 20th century american painters,
famous for her distinct style and works depicting and suggestive of female
sexuality. Who?
To pay respect and show sincere loyalty to her friends and idols, she omits a
part of the original work. What? Put funda.

Q18*
The use of this color dye in different combinations — pink, purple, yellow or
brown, even orange and green — have associations with different organic
bodily fluids or functions. By contrast, the colour conventionally used for on-
screen depiction of this biological phenomenon is uniquely clinical and
evokes a sense of cleanliness, purity and hygiene rather than one of
‘dirtiness’.
However in July 2020, a brand subverted this old, misleading practice and used
the appropriate colour and garnered praise for it’s no-nonsense depiction of
this phenomenon. What did the brand do?

____ ___ ____ ____ is a byname for the former official U.S. policy regarding
the service of homosexuals in the military. The term was coined after
the President in signed a law in the early 90s. It represented a
compromise between those who wanted to end the longstanding ban
on gays serving in the U.S. military and those who felt having openly gay
troops would hurt morale and cause problems within military ranks.
The name of the policy refers to the avoidance of both disclosure and
interrogation relating to this subject. Simply, FITB.
Q19*

Q20.*
Savi Savarkar is an Indian artist and painter who focuses on the struggles of
his community and people.
Most of his work includes symbols and depictions of three objects with
alliterative names. This is owing to his people’s history wherein they had to
carry an item to erase their footsteps so as to avoid “polluting” the path, an
item to alert people of their arrival before being seen, and a third item
around their neck to avoid “polluting” the ground incase they had to spit.
What three items are these?

Q1
Italian fashion-house Dolce & Gabbana is considered a pioneer in introducing
this fashion trend, targeting a specific group of people from a specific part of
the world. It didn’t take much time for this trend to become mainstream and
many global brands followed, albeit receiving their fair share of flack for
cultural appropriation in the name of fashion.
In 2018, a sportswear giant followed suit and released its own version of this
item to establish a level playing field by bridging the gap between sport and
culture but drew criticism for promoting oppression. Considered a victory by
the target group, which sporting giant is being talked about and what did it
release?

Shot on an iPhone, Mya Taylor and Kitana Kiki Rodriguez, the leads are both trans

Flame of Statue of Liberty and Princess Diana- She
passed away near the tunnel below

Q4
A seven year old short-film follows the story of an ambitious Zambian teacher,
who took upon himself the training of the first crew of Africans for outworldly
travel. Set in 1964, a time when the U.S. and U.S.S.R. were in a race of their
own, this movie is inspired by actual people and events.
Based on the profession, and a distinct physical feature of those involved,
what portmanteau forms the title of this film?

The pink triangle, persecuted homosexuals in Nazi Germany

Q6.
This popular japanese series, with flamboyantly dressed characters and covert
homoeroticism, is well known for its marvellous depiction of the human form,
catchy phrases and striking poses. The artist, a supporter of the LBGTQ
community, agrees to have created many androgynous characters, a few of
which are bisexual. He has even collaborated with Gucci twice, in the form of
comics and exhibitions, and his works have been displayed in their stores
worldwide.
Identify this artists' primary claim to fame.

Jojo's Bizarre Adventures Series/Jojo

Q8.
In technology, this model of communication is used where one device has a
one-way control over one or more devices. It has existed for decades but
has invited criticism in recent years owing to its terminology. It rightly
received flack from the tech community, and replacements were made.
Among these, a web framework also made the replacement in 2014.
Ironically though, a film sharing its name with this framework played on the
oft-repeated Blaxploitation troupe, two years prior.
What is this model? Name the web interface/film.

Master/Slave, Django/Django Unchained

Q9.
Despite being one of the most popular African American athletes (and one
of the most popular athletes in general), he has faced criticism because of his
reticence on the issues faced by the black community. The most notable
instance of this occurred in 1990, during a Senatorial race in his home state of
North Carolina between the Democratic party candidate Harvey Gantt and the
three time incumbent Governor Jesse Helms, an ultra-conservative racist.
When asked to endorse Gantt, he refused and allegedly quipped “Republicans
buy sneakers too”, a reference to his extremely popular brand of shoes.
Identify the athlete.

10 Video Q*
Featured here is a snippet from a 2020 web series that captures a tragic
historical account with a new lens. Simply identify the subject of this series.
https://youtu.be/33VHNidLgWU

Q11.
Pictured on the next slide are the Russian, Algerian, Afghani, Canadian,
Spanish and Japanese equivalents of a historical figure and are revered in their
respective countries for their courageous defiance of stereotypical norms in
the face of oppressive regimes.
Which historical figure, who fought for her country the War that went on for
almost two decades more than the what the name implies, have they been
compared to?

A Suitable Boy, An Unsuitable Boy

Q15
Recently, Lin Manuel-Miranda penned a profile for TIME’s 100 NEXT List - a list
that identifies future leaders to look forward to. The profile was of an
author with a speech impediment, who used songs from a Tony winning
musical as part of speech therapy because of the repetitive ‘R’ sounds.
Which young author, seen headlining events and newspapers early on
this year? What musical?

This biographical film, tells the story of three African American women in the
field of science and mathematics. It shows how these women navigate
through a racially intolerant 60s, while performing in their workplace, which
was predominantly male and white. The title of the film can be attributed to
the fact that there are complex arithmetic calculations involved, often
concealed from the naked eye, but deciphered through perseverance and
skill. Identify the film.
Q16

Q17.
Mary Beth Edelson’s Some Living American Women Artists, 1972 is a mockup
of perhaps what is the most famous and pristine work of art known to us.
In it, Edelson collages over the multiple faces on the painting with those of
her friends and idols. In the middle, in place of the most central figure, sits
perhaps one of the most successful 20th century american painters,
famous for her distinct style and works depicting and suggestive of female
sexuality. Who?
To pay respect and show sincere loyalty to her friends and idols, she omits a
part of the original work. What? Put funda.

Georgia O’Keeffe in place of Jesus, no idol is assigned the
role of Judas in her mockup of The Last Supper

____ ___ ____ ____ is a byname for the former official U.S. policy regarding
the service of homosexuals in the military. The term was coined after
the President in signed a law in the early 90s. It represented a
compromise between those who wanted to end the longstanding ban
on gays serving in the U.S. military and those who felt having openly gay
troops would hurt morale and cause problems within military ranks.
The name of the policy refers to the avoidance of both disclosure and
interrogation relating to this subject. Simply, FITB.
Q19

Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell (DADT)

Q20*.
Savi Savarkar is an Indian artist and painter who focuses on the struggles of
his community and people.
Most of his work includes symbols and depictions of three objects with
alliterative names. This is owing to his people’s history wherein they had to
carry an item to erase their footsteps so as to avoid “polluting” the path, an
item to alert people of their arrival before being seen, and a third item
around their neck to avoid “polluting” the ground incase they had to spit.
What three items are these?

Past, present and proud Prelims

More Related Content

What's hot (20)

Similar to Past, present and proud Prelims (20)

More from Conquiztadors- the Quiz Society of Sri Venkateswara College (20)

Recently uploaded (20)

Past, present and proud Prelims