The Lunchtime Bonus Question

Welcome to the Lunchtime Bonus Question.

The rules are simple. Every day at 1030 GMT we give you an answer. You then tell us what the question was.

Marks are deducted for predictability, and a selection of your most wrong questions are published each day until about 1500 GMT when the actual question is revealed.

The winner of this week's Lunchtime Achievement Award is Richard Edwards of London whose "What epic journey is often found in ancient grease?" was miserably wrong on Thursday. In accepting the award he said: "I'll have to go out and buy a key now."

FRIDAY

Friday's answer is "ONE PERSON AND ONE COMMUNITY"

Entries are now closed. Wrong questions included:

Number of stilt house planning applications on Monday as compared to Friday
Mark, Selby

The Magazine's volunteers' successes against failures in giving up smoking?
Pete Clark, Linslade

My ex-girlfriend was unfaithful twice...
Adam James, Leicestershire, UK

Milticulturalism 101: How do you pronounce Juan Persson and Wayne Komuni Ti
Guy Chapman, Reading, UK

A paediatrician and a group of tabloid readers?
Catherine O, Maidenhead

How spam e-mails start?
Rachie W, Nottingham

And what would you like for your main course, Herr Meiwes?
Neil, Birmingham

What makes a flash mob?
Candace, New Jersey, US

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs?
Laurie Kord, Alcester

Me and LBQ winners?
Slu, Liverpool

Blane in a box?
Kip, Norwich, UK

Suppose half the people on a bus exit at each stop and no additional passengers board the bus. If on the third stop, the next to last person exits the bus, then how many people were on the bus?
Rhiannon, Egham, Surrey

Who took part in the Humpty Dumpty re-enactment for the winter gala?
Annie, UK

Come the revolution, how will the phrase "Queen and country" be reworded?
Helene Parry, Twickenham

The mission statement behind cloning?
Ibbi, Portsmouth

When Annoyed from Tumbridge Wells says that "everyone is complaining about it", who is he really talking about?
Stephen Buxton, Coventry, UK

The Life of Pi?
Ian Watson, Sandy, UK

Mankind and the Cosmos reduced.
Sarah, Thetford

You're never alone with lice?
C Falconer, London

What is the population of Liechtenstein?
Catrina, Abingdon, England

The difference between Peter Andre's sales now and ten years ago?
Mike, Cardiff

How do you see yourself, and how do microbes see you?
Tim, London

What's the difference between a hamlet and a village?
Alex, Manchester

Promotional slogan on how David Hasselhoff single-handedly reunited Germany?
Joel Hames, London

Define multiple personality disorder.
N Mansfield, London

What was the subject of the keynote speech at the recent International Hermits Convention
Richard, Stockport

How would you summarisee the key differences between Thatcherism and Socialism?
Martin, Leeds

All wrong. The correct question was what did CIA director George Tenet say was the source of President Bush's intelligence information.

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THURSDAY

Thursday's answer is "ODYSSEY OF A COCKROACH"

Entries are now closed. Wrong questions included:

Can you manage to use a four-letter vulgarism in a high-minded clue?
Tim Francis-Wright, Boston, US

What is the opposite of a short story by a butterfly?
Sarah, Thetford

"Pest Control to Major Tom" is the opening line of Space ...
Robin Hughes, Cheadle, UK

What epic journey is often found in ancient grease?
Richard Edwards, London

Smoke, a Seventies swirly carpet and what are likely to put off potential housebuyers?
Peter, Surbiton

Lesser known works of Homer: Iliad Ninja Turtles and what else?
Martin, Harlow

How would you describe the dichotomy of a thick-skinned creature that could survive a nuclear blast, yet cannot survive another alcohol-free day in a jungle clearing with celebrities?
Gordon, Whitley Bay

The BBC refuses to accept it is dumbing down after the announcement of its spring schedule?
Frank, Scotland

In later years Homer struggled for inspiration.
Paul McCann, Newcastle

10 DOWN: The life and times of an Estate Agent. (7,2,1,9)
Stuart Harcourt, Gravesend, Kent, UK

What epic tale comes to a climactic crunch?
Mike Yeaman, Newcastle upon Tyne

How does Alan Clark's wife refer to his diaries?
Edward Green, Oxford

Up a bit, left a bit, right a bit, up a bit...Climb the wall, across the ceiling, left a bit, down a bit...Get ready to let go...Bingo! Right on his head!
Suz, Paris

David Brent's autobiography?
Gail, Basingstoke

The bug that fell down Jordan's cleavage during her Bush Tucker Trial has chosen what title for the tale of its escape?
Tim G

What long and arduous journey has oft been tackled across a seventies swirly carpet?
Mike Yeaman, Newcastle upon Tyne

"Ode to a haggis" is all very well, but you're surely not interested in the ... ?
Mike, Aberdeen

Greek tragedy for insects?
Kevin Smith, Eastbourne, UK

After severe writers block, J K Rowling's next book will be called Harry Potter and the....
Kevin Smith, Eastbourne, UK

All wrong. The correct question was what is the name of Yoko Ono's new installation?

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WEDNESDAY

Wednesday's answer is "A SEVENTIES SWIRLY CARPET"

Entries are now closed. Wrong questions included:

Lord Irvine charged us for his hand-printed wallpaper. Fortunately, however, Lord Falconer is too embarrassed to charge us for what?
Edward Green, Oxford

Sarah Beeney - "When trying to sell your house it is advisable to remove anything that makes too much of a personal statement. What exactly is that on your floor?"
Nicola Gough, Rochester, Kent

COUNTDOWN
Richard Whitely: So then Jeff. A E E E V T I S S N W R L S I Y R E P A C T - what did you manage?
Jeff: I got 22 Richard.
Richard Whitely: Brilliant, what was it?
Andrew Sage, Gillingham, Kent

What's easily mistaken for a sixties twisty rug?
Little B, Rainham, Kent

What is the new Brazilian?
Nicola Gough, Rochester, Kent

How do you know you are in an English pub?
Angie, Newcastle Upon Tyne

What could the astronauts see from the moon?
Peter, Dowlais

What did the original logo for the Lunchtime Bonus Question most closely resemble?
Richard Edwards, London

Kojak trivia quiz. Question 9: In episode 2, what was the body wrapped in?
David Edwards, Bury St Edmunds

What kind of magic carpet gives the grooviest ride?
Kat Wesley, Derby, UK

The latest surprise find by the Mars Spirit rover?
Sarah Bowyer, Reading, UK

Where is the last place on earth you'd want to lose a contact lens?
Geoffrey Scott-Baker, Reading

Does it not make you kind of upset Or look back with nostalgic regret Those platforms and flares or those free-loving cares when you see.....?
AM, Glasgow, UK

What does ITV wish John Lydon had said last night instead of ******* ****?
Andy Cottier, London

What not to wear?
Sarah Bowyer, Reading, UK

Design inspiration for Janet Jackson's curious nipple arrangement?
Martin Johnson, London

Julie Andrews continues her list of favourite things.
Chris Ford, Bristol, UK

The best place to Shake'n'vac?
Robin, Herts

What was the favoured mode of transport in the 1974 remake of the movie Aladdin?
Ian, Gosport

Shall I compare thee to...?
Matt J, London

What goes on the floor of a seventies swirly house?
Ian, Gosport

What could have been thrown over Janet Jackson to prevent outrage in the US?
Steph, London

What's the best place to find a porn star?
Robin, Herts

What appears when you rub a lava lamp?
Jon, London

What is the only thing more embarrassing that a wardrobe malfunction?
Janet B, Nottingham

What can I see when I close my eyes really tightly?
Nigel, Winchester

What do all young boys and girls remember about their Grandmothers front room??
Michael Mackenzie, Glasgow

How did they do that effect at the start of Dr. Who?
Brian Ritchie, Oxford, UK

All wrong. The correct question was what, as well as the smell of smoke, has been credited with reducing the value of a house to potential buyers.

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TUESDAY

Tuesday's answer is "WARDROBE MALFUNCTION"

Entries are now closed. Wrong answers included:

What was the working title for the TV Show, "When Armoires Attack"?
Guy Waguespack, Houston, Texas, US

Is it Friday already?
Robin Hughes, Cheadle, UK

What caused Mr Benn to disappear from our TV screens?
Graham Triggs, London, UK

Donald, where's your trousers?
Robin Hughes, Cheadle, UK

Christ, the place is full of lions and witches. What's happened?
Richard, Stockport

Never mind the Buzzcocks, just take care of the ...
Santish, Chennai

I don't care if the trend was started by the Beckhams, dear, but we are not calling the child...
Ian Watson, Sandy, Beds

A phrase rarely heard until you bluetoothed your furniture?
Ed, Plymouth, UK

What seems to come with old age?
Robin Hughes, Cheadle, UK

Describe the 70s?
Andrew Muckloud, Warrington

When a gentleman has too much beer and mistakenly doesn't head for the bathroom it could be described as....
Robin, Herts

Christina Aguilera
Al, Southend

Please, you are being so insensitive. The question is "What is the name of the life threatening disease that former KnightRider star David Hasslehoff made such a dramatic and unexpected recover from?". He was one of the lucky ones.
Richie Rich, London

I'm 28, pretty, slim, fit and healthy, rich, witty, kind, caring and exciting, so why am I still single?
Ionawr, Bontnewydd, Wales

I had it rebuilt on stilts, and now I can't reach my shirts.....
PJ, W. Yorks, UK

Trounce on MFI bradawl. Upset?
Martin, Leeds

Pre-planned or justin error?
Neil, Upminster

Worst reason for coming out of the closet?
Dan the Man

Opening party at Furniture World? No, wait...
Brian Ritchie, Oxford, UK

What was the Naked Rambler's most feeble excuse in court?
Lee West, Skelton, Near Middlesbrough

When the Cabinet gets it wrong it is known as what ?
Jason S, Southampton, UK

Wore drab?
Joy, Birmingham

Sarah Jessica Parker. Discuss.
Stephen Buxton, Coventry, UK

"Ikea Online, how may I help you?"
Sion, Fleet, UK

Network Rail's brainstorming session rejected what to replace 'leaves on the line' and 'wrong type of snow'?
Jim, Freuchie

What is the only possible explanation for Pat Butcher's earrings?
Eleanor, Cambridge

What is the stock answer from the local DIY warehouse when all one's clothes had fallen onto the bedroom floor.
Roger Porch, Bristol

What technical term is used in hospitals to describe revealing dressing gowns?
Michael Daw, Bristol

"You're only meant to blow the bloody doors off!" is a possible solution to which common household problem?
Chris, Noorwijk, Holland

Lady Godiva's excuse
Chris, US

What was really wrong with the Tardis?
Suz, Paris

What plea might you enter as defence when arrested by the Fashion Police?
Liz Vass, New Zealand

What is an example of a Googlewhack?
Adrian H, Southampton

Why did I come to work today dressed in lime green drainpipes, odd shoes, a pac-a-mac, a dicky bow and a stetson?
Alex, Manchester

Just how did Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy end up in Gondor?
Sara, Limassol

What was the original working title for What Not to Wear?
Mike, Aberdeen

Error message from Microsoft Closet?
J-P Kraus, The Hague, Netherlands

And what did you hope to call your autobiography, Mr Llewellyn-Bowen?
Adrian H, Southampton

"Aslan, this is not Narnia - what went wrong?"
Niall, Belfast

Flat pack instructions always cause what?
Neil, Luton

Strip clubs. Discuss.
Chris Pritchett, Bristol, UK

The BBC's excuse for the Dr Who "monsters"?
Pete Clark, Linslade

So why has Jordan packed 13 bras, 12 thongs but no warm vests?
Ade, London

The least common complaint by Naturists.
Jiv, London

And I suppose the state of your bedroom floor isn't your fault, either?
David Dee, Maputo Mozambique

All wrong. The correct question was what was the official excuse for Janet Jackson's dress falling off (thereby revealing a curious nipple arrangement) during the Superbowl.

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MONDAY

Monday's answer is "REBUILT ON STILTS"

Entries are now closed. Wrong answers included:

If a river runs through it, what is the logical next step?
Candace, New Jersey, US

Since winning the Lunchtime Achievement Award, Ian Amis, a colleague, has become so unbearable, it's as if his ego has been what?
Rob Holman, Chislehurst, Kent, England

Due to NHS shortages, pelvic floors will no longer be repaired, but will instead be what?
Rachie W, Nottingham

That's magic!!!
>Kym, Bournemouth

The Rolling Stones FINAL tour will be called what?
Snelly, London

What was the six million dollar street performer?
Andy Ireland, Sheffield

How could the ottoman empire have avoided collapse?
Neil Reading, Scarborough

1 Across on today's puzzle at www.cheesecrosswords.com
Martin Dutton, Sheffield

How was the LBQ made more highbrow than other competitions?
Sim, Liverpool

How do you plan to further increase security at the White House Mr. President?
Ben, Stuttgart, Germany

Luke 6:48(a). But the Lord had not told the wise man that built his house upon rock about Global Warming...
David Dee

I saw the Last Samurai yesterday. Tom Cruise looked taller than the Japanese actors. He must have been what?
Kip, Norwich, UK

Stiltons?
Nigel, Winchester, UK

When I said I needed a hire car, I didn't mean ...
Janet B, Nottingham

If juggling can improve your brainpower, can self-esteem be helped by circus skills?
Chris Whittle, London

VOICEOVER: Don't you just hate it when you lose the remote control under the sofa & you're just too lazy to lift up the corner & grab it? Well we at Miracle Makers have just the answer for you - it's so simple - our sofas are...
Nicola Gough, Rochester, Kent

Rome wasn't..
Jon, London

In a desperate attempt to raise the profile of politics with the public, Parliament is to be _______ __ ______.
Keith, Kingston UK

Stilt houses that fall down need to be......
Stuart Harcourt, Gravesend, Kent, UK

After reading in '10 Things' that frying pan fumes could kill my canary, what would you suggest I do with his cage?
Shiz, Cheshire, UK

Can't afford to blast your Hubble Mark II into space? Simple. The new telescope will achieve required altitude by taking the latest model and getting it _______ __ ______
Joel Hames, London

Terminator 4: _______ __ ______
Matt J, London

Ronnie Corbett MKII?
Gerry T, Faringdon, England

Houses on stilts never really got off the ground, until what?
Ian, Sweden

We built this city on rock and roll, but due to spiralling ground rents, what has had to happen?
Parminder, Leeds

How will clever little piggies houses be 100 years from now?
Catherine O, Maidenhead

Common therapy for the vertically-challenged giraffe?
Suz, Paris

What is the working title of Ground Force's trip to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?
Adrian H, Southampton

Wrong questions so far include: How are SCO's and Microsoft's offices to be protected from the unprecedented rising levels of Spam?
Phil Sears, Dorking

"Gentlemen, we can rebuild him. We have the technology. Sadly, however, we don't have six million dollars, so Steve Austin will have to be..."
Edward Green, Oxford

When it is discovered that Beagle 2 fell into a big hole, Beagle 3 is going to be the same model but with what modification?
Matt H, Imperial College London

If Jordan decides on a further increase in bust size the surgeons have advised her that they would have to be what?
Jayne Suttle, Swanage

Billions stutter. Confused?
Adrian H, Southampton

All wrong. The correct question was which alteration has Paul Daniels been given permission to make to his house after he repeatedly suffered flooding.