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1 Which character was seriously injured while working at the mill?
Answer: John Boy

John Boy gets hit by a piece of wood and is thrown against a pile of lumber. He suffers a head injury which turns out to be far more serious than anyone realizes.
    Your options: [ John Boy ] [ Ben ] [ John ] [ Zeb ]
  From Quiz: Thanksgiving with "The Waltons"
2 Who created and narrated 'The Waltons'?
Answer: Earl Hamner Jr.

Earl Hamner Jr. was the creator and narrator of 'The Waltons'. His birthday is on 10th July, which, coincidentally, is the same as mine. (:
  From Quiz: Wonderful World of the Waltons
3 What is the name of John-Boy's newspaper?
Answer: The Blue Ridge Chronicle

Ben was the advertising agent for a short time.
  From Quiz: The Waltons
4 Who was Rome Walton?
Answer: The first Walton in America

Rome came to the mountain in late 1700's. According to Grandpa Walton, Rome arrived with only a mule, plow and a rifle. He was married to Becky Lee Walton.
  From Quiz: More 'Waltons' Trivia
5 What is the name of the twin that died when Jim Bob was born?
Answer: Joseph

Jim-Bob didn't learn this until years later and his father told him that is why he is always so special to his mother.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons" Part 2
6 What were the names of the parents?
Answer: John and Olivia

They were the ideal parents and you noticed that the children were not spoiled either.
  From Quiz: The Waltons
7 Who is the boy from the CCC?
Answer: Gino

Gino was a runaway from the CCC. (CCC stands for Civilian Conservation Corps. A camp developed for runaways during the Depression.) He helped Elizabeth get over the death of her raccoon Pete. He originally lived in New York City, in Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. His father was killed by mobsters who wanted protection money from him. When he wouldn't pay them, he was shot. He died in Gino's arms.
  From Quiz: Visitors to "Walton's Mountain".
8 What was the name of Elizabeth's raccoon?
Answer: Pete

This episode was titled "The Boy from the CCC". Gino was the name of the boy that ran away from the camp. John-Boy and Elizabeth found Gino on the side of the road where he had hurt his ankle. That's where Elizabeth caught Pete who was also hurt. She brought Pete home to nurse him back to good health. Pete didn't make it, and Elizabeth blamed her father for not taking the time to help her with Pete. Eventually Elizabeth realized it wasn't really his fault and quickly made-up with her father.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons" Potpourri
9 What was the name of the children's schoolteacher?
Answer: Ms. Hunter

Ms. Hunter was later married to Rev. Fordwick, who was played by John Ritter.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons"
10 What was the name of the white mule John Boy used to ride?
Answer: Blue
  From Quiz: "The Walton" Challenge
11 What is Mr.Walton's first name?
Answer: John

John sounds like the name of someone who is the head of the household.
  From Quiz: 'Waltons'
12 Corabeth's maiden name is?
Answer: Walton

Corabeth is a Walton, and is John Sr.'s cousin.
  From Quiz: Corabeth, Corabeth, Corabeth!
13 In 'The First Edition,' where does Corabeth threaten to move away to?
Answer: Doe Hill

Corabeth threatens to move back to Doe Hill.
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family III
14 What business venture finally worked out for Corabeth?
Answer: Real estate

Corabeth sold real estate longer than any of her other ventures combined. In 'The Indescretion,' Ike said that she made almost as much as his store did.
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family II
15 In 'The Matchmaker,' why did Corabeth come to stay with the Waltons?
Answer: Her mother had died

Her mother had died and Corabeth came to stay with the Waltons until she felt better.
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family
16 What Waltons actor is the host of 'It's a Miracle' on the PAX television network?
Answer: Richard Thomas
  From Quiz: Another 'Waltons' Quiz
17 Which Walton child had his or her photo taken professionally in 'The Matchmaker'?
Answer: Erin

Erin thought she wasn't pretty, so John Boy took her to town and had her picture taken.
    Your options: [ Mary Ellen ] [ Elizabeth ] [ John Boy ] [ Erin ]
  From Quiz: Television's 'The Waltons'
18 How does this episode have John Boy preparing for his future?
Answer: Going to take a scholarship exam for college

In this episode, John Boy is going to register for college and take a scholarship exam. The only way he will afford college is by winning a scholarship and working.
  From Quiz: Thanksgiving with "The Waltons"
19 What famous author is John-Boy friends with?
Answer: A.J. Covington

They meet when John-Boy's car breaks down.
  From Quiz: Fun with the Walton Family
20 Where does Jason work?
Answer: The Dew Drop Inn

He eventually owns the Dew Drop Inn.
  From Quiz: The Waltons
21 What was Olivia's maiden name?
Answer: Daly

This is only mentioned one time when they are talking about her Aunt Kate. Olivia eventually contracts TB and has to move to Arizona to recover.
  From Quiz: More 'Waltons' Trivia
22 What animal does John-Boy shoot to save his father on his first hunting trip?
Answer: Bear

Before this John-Boy couldn't bring himself to shoot another living thing.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons" Part 2
23 In the opening credits of the first couple of seasons, what was the father bringing home?
Answer: A radio

It is hard to believe that people actually got along without TV!
  From Quiz: The Waltons
24 What was the name of the actress who is stranded on the mountain?
Answer: Alvira Drummond

Ms. Drummond was a famous movie actress who was past her prime. She is left on the mountain by her driver who is angry because she doesn't have any more money. Mary Ellen becomes very fascinated with her, and wants to become a famous actress someday. Grandma and Olivia don't like her because she drinks and wears too much make-up.
  From Quiz: Visitors to "Walton's Mountain".
25 Who was the boy Erin wanted to elope with?
Answer: Chad Marshall

Chad was a forestry student from Richmond. The two fall in love and want to get married. John and Olivia say Erin must finish school first, but Erin is afraid Chad will leave her before then. The two run off to be married by a justice of the peace. Erin has a change of heart though and realizes she can't go against her family's wishes.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons" Potpourri
26 What was the name of Chances' calf?
Answer: Bullet

John had to sell the calf because he was too expensive to keep. When Elizabeth and Jim Bob found out he was going to be killed, they took him and tried to hide him. Of course, in the end John bought the calf back and made the family very happy.
  From Quiz: "The Waltons"
27 Which book did John Boy save during the book burning episode?
Answer: German Bible

John Ritter played Rev. Fordwick, before he played Jack Tripper on "Three's Company."
    Your options: [ German Bible ] [ Italian Bible ] [ English Bible ] [ Russian Bible ]
  From Quiz: "The Walton" Challenge
28 Who is the second oldest daughter?
Answer: Erin

She was the one who always wanted to go to Hollywood!
  From Quiz: 'Waltons'
29 Ronnie Claire Edwards was born in what western town?
Answer: Oklahoma City, OK

Ronnie came from the great state of Oklahoma, where her ancestors participated in the Oklahoma Land Rush.
  From Quiz: Corabeth, Corabeth, Corabeth!
30 Why was Corabeth against the hiring of Rev. Buchanan in 'The Hawk'?
Answer: She was attracted to him

She was attracted to him and was afraid of what would happen if he took the job.
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family III
31 In 'The Medal,' Ike liked listening to what musician?
Answer: Guy Lombardo

When Corabeth suggests they listen to music, Ike says he would like to listen to his Guy Lombrado record again.
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family II
32 Who liked Corabeth in Doe Hill but was too shy to tell her?
Answer: Roger Westerby

Roger Westerby. He had 'worshipped her from afar', but was too shy to tell her so. ('The Mdeal')
  From Quiz: 'The Waltons' Godsey Family
33 How many actors played John Boy Walton?
Answer: Two

Richard Thomas and Robert Wightman.
  From Quiz: Another 'Waltons' Quiz
34 Which Baldwin lady frequently said 'Dontcha know'?
Answer: Miss Emily
    Your options: [ Miss Mamie ] [ Miss Sophie ] [ Miss Erin ] [ Miss Emily ]
  From Quiz: Television's 'The Waltons'
35 What happens to John Boy when he takes the scholarship exam?
Answer: His vision worsens and he is unable to take the exam.

John Boy's symptoms have been getting worse since the accident. His vision blurs and he cannot read the exam. He runs out of the room. The registrar, Miss Monsell takes him to the office because he says cannot see well enough to drive. John and Oliva, his parents, take him to see Dr. Vance and then to the hospital. John Boy requires surgery to relieve the pressure in his skull.
  From Quiz: Thanksgiving with "The Waltons"
36 What famous actress stays at the Waltons' house?
Answer: Alvira Drummond

She has no money and has to raise money to go back home.
  From Quiz: Fun with the Walton Family
37 Which Walton girl is the oldest?
Answer: Mary-Ellen

Mary-Ellen is the oldest Walton girl, Erin is the next oldest and Elizabeth is the youngest. Aimee is Ike and Corabeth's adopted child.
    Your options: [ Aimee ] [ Elizabeth ] [ Mary-Ellen ] [ Erin ]
  From Quiz: Wonderful World of the Waltons
38 What does Jim Bob want to be when he grows up?
Answer: an airplane pilot

He finds out he can't be a pilot because he has poor vision.
  From Quiz: The Waltons
39 How is Rose related to the family?
Answer: She is Olivia's cousin

Rose and her grandchildren, Jeffrey and Serena, come to live with the family when her son beats Jeffrey and they are running away from him. Rose becomes the head of the household when Olivia moves to Arizona.
  From Quiz: More 'Waltons' Trivia
40 When Mary Ellen decides to become a blonde what brother did she experiment on?
Answer: Jim-Bob

Didn't come out quite right, turned his hair a bright orange!
  From Quiz: "The Waltons" Part 2
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