(ARA) – Roll out the red carpet and turn up the lights, the 81st annual Miss America competition is right around the corner. This year's telecast, which takes place at 8 p.m. (ET) Saturday, Sept. 22 on ABC, promises to dazzle viewers by incorporating many of the old traditions of the competition with some new pizzazz.
In preparation for the competition, here is a chance to test your knowledge about Miss America.
1. In its first year, 1921, Miss America included categories for:
a. Women only
b. Women and men
c. Women and children
d. Men, women and children
2. The host of this year's Miss America competition is:
a. Bert Parks
b. Bob Saget
c. Tom Cruise
d. Tony Danza
3. Two-piece swimsuits were permitted in the competition for the first time since the 1940s in:
a. 1993
b. 1980
c. 1997
d. 1988
4. How much does the Miss America crown weigh?
a. 7 oz.
b. 1 lb.
c. 4 lbs.
5. What is the purpose of the Miss America competition?
a. To promote professional and personal development through scholarship grants for women.
b. To find the most beautiful woman in America.
c. To find the most talented woman in America.
6. In what year was Miss America first televised?
a. 1954
b. 1958
c. 1962
7. What theme song is sung to every new Miss America?
a. Here She Comes, Miss America
b. There She Goes, Miss America
c. Here She Is, Miss America
d. There She Is, Miss America
8. What animal inspired the rule that no “live creatures” are allowed in a contestant's talent performance?
a. A cow that kicked another contestant backstage
b. A dog that bit the host
c. A horse that almost skidded into the judge's pit
d. A bird that flew into the overhead lighting
9. How many miles does Miss America travel each month speaking about her platform issue? Approximately:
a. 10 miles
b. 5,000 miles
c. 10,000 miles
d. 20,000 miles
10. Which of these people has not judged a Miss America competition?
a. David Letterman
b. Grace Kelly
c. Norman Rockwell
d. Dr. Joyce Brothers
Answer Key:
1. d, 2. d, 3. c, 4. b, 5. a, 6. a, 7. d, 8. c, 9. d, 10. a
How well did you score?
For each correct answer, award yourself 1 point.
8-10 points: You are worthy of wearing the Miss America crown!
5-7 points: First runner up. Tune in this year and maybe you'll score better next time!
Less than 5 points: Sorry, you didn't even make it to the top 10. Better grab a notebook and get ready to watch the 81st Miss America competition at 8 p.m. ET Saturday, Sept. 22 on ABC.
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