The 1993 University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt List - May 9 1993

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A detailed scavenger hunt item list for the University of Chicago dated 9 May 1993, organized by the University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt Organization Committee. The entries specify collectible targets and proof requirements, with point values assigned to each challenge. Items range from food and everyday objects to puzzles, historical or institutional references, and elaborate performance or costume-based tasks. Several prompts reference external media, campus locations, or notable figures, emphasizing verification and rule compliance throughout judging.

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The 1993 University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt List The University of Chicago Scavenger Hunt Organization Committee 9 May 1993 Items 1. Spotted Dick, to be eaten in front of the judge. (20pts) 2. A nonaquatic animal living underwater during the judging. . . no credit if animal dies. (10pts) 3. Name of building depicted on page 3 of the 1993-94 \Dreams and Choices" booklet? (2pts) 4. Signatures of a Nobel laureate and Chicago professional athlete on the same piece of paper. (25pts|no points without solid proof) 5. The Saturday May 22nd Toledo Blade Crossword puzzle completed. (22pts) 6. How many legs do the Oriental Institute's human-headed and winged bull have? (4pts) 7. What is the serial number of the water cooler in Foster 313? (5pts) 8. A demonstration of \Voguing" accompanied by a tuba. (10pts) 9. What is depicted in the map to the left of the door of Pick 312? (4pts) 10. The license plate number of the Gotham City police car crashed near the line of the "Batman" ride at Great America. (1pt) (15pts) 11. A copy of the alt.folklore.urban FAQ. (5pts) 12. What is best in life? (1pt) 13. A Thing. (2pts) 14. What is the translation of the inscription of object 0IM A24112 at the Oriental Institute? (5pts) 15. Popcorn 􀀍avored jellybean. (2pts) 16. A paper placemat or takeout menu from any Chinese restaurant in Canada. (10pts) 17. Any number of Mr. G's receipts totaling more than $1000, all must have a meat product on the receipt.(Better add 'em up) (30pts) 18. A large pumpkin (minimum 2ft. in diameter) and a security blanket. (25pts) 19. A copy of the sports page of the Tribune from the day after M. Jordan's 􀀌rst game with Da Bulls.(4pts) 20. A brain, a heart and courage. (3pts) 21. The lyrics to "Smells like Teen Spirit." (3pts) 22. A lavender VW "Bug." (200pts) 23. The oldest dated 􀀍yer on campus. (15pts{only one team will get) 24. A sterilized person (with proof) . (35pts) 25. Rules for drinking games for as many di􀀋erent television shows as possible (must be current running programs) . (1/4pt per game, 10pts max) 26. A Herb Tarlec look alike. (10pts) 27. A valid driver's license from every state in the Confederacy. (30pts) 28. A prostitution license from Nevada. (30pts for a license|-OR 45pts for a \menu") 29. What Housing Project was the movie Candy Man set in? (1pt) 30. A copy of Mein Kampf in German. (10pts) 31. A rejection notice from all the top 􀀌ve law schools, as per US News & World Report (or a rejection from one of the fourth quarter law schools), but acceptance into one of the top 25 by same person.(15pts) 32. A Pig Call. (2pts) 33. Get Cass a life. (20pts) 34. A team member to legally drink a posset. (21pts) 35. A list of blonde jokes (at least 10) told by team member to a blonde who doesn't get the punch line.(5pts) 36. A team member to recite \White Man's Burden."(5pts) 37. An issue of the Final Call. (5pts) 38. A diploma from a clown college. (20pts) 39. A leash being used to keep track of children. (8pts) 40. A team member carrying another team member dressed as a horse. (7pts) 41. Any decision from the Supreme Court written by Chief Justice Scalia. (3pts) 42. Theatre seats (connected) . Note that teams bringing seats illegally obtained (especially from the U of C) will be in trouble. (10pts per, 80pts max) 43. A trap door. (8pts) 44. Women in uncomfortable shoes. (5pts) 45. How many di􀀋erent versions of the movie Bladerunner were released? (1pt) 46. A Resident Assistant application 􀀌lled out by someone banned from housing (with proof) . (7pts) 47. A man or woman lifting a piano (of standard size) . (30pts) 48. Babushka. (3pts) 49. A team member who has shaved o􀀋 their eyebrows. (10pts) 50. A zamboni. (80pts) 51. A vertical stack of people (alternating sexes) . (5pts per, 69pts max) 52. What did Vice-President Al Gore do to help his father politically

FAQs

What does the document provide?

It provides a dated list of scavenger hunt challenges for the University of Chicago, each with a target item or task and an associated point value.

Are proof and compliance required for the scavenger hunt items?

Yes. Multiple entries state that credit depends on solid proof, current rules, or specific judging conditions, and some items warn teams about compliance.

How is the scavenger hunt organized in the list?

The challenges are organized as numbered items, each describing what to obtain or demonstrate and how judging will be performed, including point allocations.

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