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Originally a novel written by Victor Hugo, "Les Mis" the musical was first performed in Paris in 1980. Enjoy your visit to Revolutionary France!
75 Les Miserables quizzes and 1,050 Les Miserables trivia questions.
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1.
  The Most Dark and Miserable of Songs   top quiz  
Collection Quiz
 10 Qns
The Songs of "Les Miserables"
Many song titles sound typically dark and miserable, but do they all belong to "Les Miserables" or are some from other musicals altogether? Identify which of the following musical songs are in fact from "Les Miserables" and which are just miserable!
Easier, 10 Qns, timydamonkey, Feb 27 24
Easier
timydamonkey
Feb 27 24
267 plays
2.
  "Les Mis": Odd Line Out    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Hi. In this quiz, I'll give you a character and four lines from the musical, and you tell me which line that character does not say. In other words, the odd line out. Happy quizzing!
Average, 10 Qns, operadancer24, Jun 08 06
Average
operadancer24
742 plays
3.
  "Les Miserables" editor best quiz   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Hopefully what follows are some questions which you haven't seen before. Questions will not only be from the English versions of the show and will contain questions regarding everything about the show.
Very Difficult, 15 Qns, ladymacb29, Feb 07 10
Very Difficult
ladymacb29 editor
5357 plays
4.
  "Les Mis" Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Questions about the songs, characters and lyrics from the musical "Les Misérables".
Average, 10 Qns, DaniEponine, Aug 14 12
Average
DaniEponine
1247 plays
5.
  'Les Miserables'    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This is, without a doubt, the greatest musical EVER. But just how much do you remember about it, the author and the novel?
Average, 15 Qns, LordBehemoth, Sep 17 20
Average
LordBehemoth
Sep 17 20
5336 plays
6.
  I Sing....NOT    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
In each question, I will describe a scene from the musical "Les Miserables". There will a be a corresponding song to each scene, and it is your job to tell me, of the possible answer choices, which person does NOT sing in the song that is described.
Average, 10 Qns, kaddarsgirl, Aug 10 12
Average
kaddarsgirl gold member
443 plays
7.
  Les Miserables    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quiz about Boublil and Schoenberg's musical "Les Miserables", based on Victor Hugo's novel.
Average, 10 Qns, drama123, Apr 28 14
Average
drama123
1475 plays
8.
  Les Mis... Who's Who and What's What?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Questions on the characters, plotlines and lyrics of this, one of the most famous and best-loved musicals of all time. (Where lyrics are quoted, they are taken from the 10th Anniversary Edition)
Average, 10 Qns, KerryD, Nov 08 08
Average
KerryD
1336 plays
9.
  Music From 'Les Miserables'    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
Test your knowledge of the music from 'Les Miserables.'
Average, 25 Qns, CAngel05, Sep 04 17
Average
CAngel05
Sep 04 17
3650 plays
10.
  "Les Miz" Act One    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
For over 18 years, this musical has swept the world and touched the hearts of millions of people. See how much you know about "Les Miserables". This quiz will cover the whole first act.
Average, 15 Qns, janephob, Jun 28 12
Average
janephob
1954 plays
trivia question Quick Question
What is the name of the rude man who wants to "use Fantine's services" when she becomes a prostitute?

From Quiz "At the End of the Quiz: A 'Les Mis' Quiz"




11.
  "Les Miserables" For Mizfits Only    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I must admit that I am absolutely obsessed with "Les Miserables"...This is my first quiz, and most of the questions will have to do with my favorite song..."One Day More". Good luck...
Tough, 10 Qns, bwaymizfit, Oct 13 12
Tough
bwaymizfit
1498 plays
12.
  'Les Miserables' 101    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
A semi hard quiz about 'Les Miserables'
Average, 25 Qns, Moonlite_Knight, Oct 13 12
Average
Moonlite_Knight
3544 plays
13.
  "Les Mis": Back to Basics    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
An easy multiple choice quiz for anyone who loves 'Les Mis' as much as I do.
Average, 10 Qns, rosieh, May 23 06
Average
rosieh
923 plays
14.
  At the End of the Quiz: A 'Les Mis' Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
"Les Miserables" is no doubt one of the best musicals ever written. This is a quiz about the musical masterpiece. All quotes from the show are from the "Les Miserables Student Edition".
Average, 10 Qns, sissymcl, Jun 04 22
Average
sissymcl
Jun 04 22
1160 plays
15.
  For "Les Miserables" Die-Hards    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is only for those who really know their "Les Mis" trivia. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, starscream_25, Oct 03 18
Average
starscream_25
Oct 03 18
3775 plays
16.
  On my Own    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about one of my favourite "Les Mis" songs, "On my Own." It isn't too hard, so enjoy! All questions are from the "Original London Cast" recording CD.
Average, 10 Qns, wadeinator93, Aug 20 06
Average
wadeinator93
823 plays
17.
  Who Sang It?: "Les Miserables"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I will give you some lyrics, and you have to guess which character from "Les Miserables" sang it!
Tough, 10 Qns, elphiefan17, Feb 20 16
Tough
elphiefan17
302 plays
18.
  "Les Miz" Act Two    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
So here comes the second act of this incredible musical. Ready! Go!
Average, 15 Qns, janephob, Jan 21 07
Average
janephob
1361 plays
19.
  The History of the Musical "Les Mis"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz will test your knowledge of the history of the musical "Les Miserables." If you are a "Les Mis" freak and know a lot about its history, then this quiz will be easy for you! I hope you enjoy my quiz!
Tough, 10 Qns, lesmisforever, Nov 08 08
Tough
lesmisforever
483 plays
20.
  Match the Line: "Les Mis"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Hi. I'll give you a character from the musical, and you tell me which line that character says. Ready? Good Luck.
Average, 10 Qns, operadancer24, May 16 06
Average
operadancer24
670 plays
21.
  'Les Mis': the Novel and Musical    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz requires knowledge of the book as well as the musical. Think you're a 'Les Miserables' know-it-all? Find out here!
Average, 15 Qns, vicgrefer, Mar 11 05
Average
vicgrefer
905 plays
22.
  The Original London "Les Miserables"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
"Les Miserables" opened in London on 8th October 1985. This quiz is celebrating the show's momentous achievement by questioning you on facts relating to the original cast.
Average, 10 Qns, .eponine, Jan 27 12
Average
.eponine
428 plays
23.
  All About Les Miz...!    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Here is the quiz about the great musical, "Les Miserables." Try it if you think you are a true fan of this awesome musical.
Difficult, 15 Qns, janephob, Mar 11 05
Difficult
janephob
856 plays
24.
  "Les Miserables" Repeated Music    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Different songs in "Les Miserables" have music that is repeated from earlier songs. Just choose the song that doesn't have the same music in it as the others. Pay attention to the hints!
Tough, 10 Qns, satanicscissors, Mar 11 05
Tough
satanicscissors
1726 plays
25.
  What Theatres Was 'Les Miserables' In?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
'Les Mis' has played in many, many theatres around the world. Can you match up some of the cities with the theatres?
Difficult, 10 Qns, ladymacb29, Aug 09 10
Difficult
ladymacb29 editor
614 plays
26.
  "Les Miserables" Actors, Part One    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
This quiz is about a musical that I am crazy about! "Les Miserables"! If you think you know who the actors are in the "CSR" and the "TAC" recordings of "Les Miserables", try my quiz! See how far you get.
Tough, 25 Qns, aragornfreak, Sep 29 05
Tough
aragornfreak
587 plays
27.
  The First of "Les Mis" (High School Edition)    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
I'll give you the character, you give me the first word of the first solo line they have in the show. All lines based on the high school script.
Tough, 20 Qns, bijolie, Sep 10 08
Tough
bijolie
1154 plays

Les Miserables Trivia Questions
1. Who sings, "I commend you for your duty; now God's blessing go with you."?

From Quiz Who Sang It?: "Les Miserables"

Answer: The Bishop of Digne

Yes, the Bishop sings this in the "Prologue" to the soldiers who arrested Valjean. This is when Valjean is returned to the Bishop after stealing his silver. This act of mercy shocks Valjean, and causes him to be a better man. On the Original London Cast CD, this song is listed as "Prologue: Valjean Arrested/Valjean Forgiven". However, on the Original Broadway Cast CD, it is listed just as "Valjean Arrested/Valjean Forgiven".

2. What is Eponine's surname?

From Quiz "Les Mis" Quiz

Answer: Thénardier

Eponine's surname is Thénardier. She is the daughter of the horrible money-grabbing, corpse-robbing former innkeepers, the Thénardiers!

3. The show opens with the Prologue: Valjean and the other prisoners singing about the life they are leading in prison. How many prisoners sing a solo in this song?

From Quiz Les Miserables

Answer: five

One sings- "The sun is strong, it's hot as hell below." Two sings- "I've done no wrong. Sweet Jesus, hear my prayer." Three sings- "I know she'll wait. I know that she'll be true." Four sings- "When I get free, you won't see me here for dust." Five sings- "How long, oh, Lord, before you let me die?" And then Javert enters.

4. Who sings "On my Own"?

From Quiz On my Own

Answer: Eponine

Eponine sings this song as she is wandering the empty streets of Paris, thinking about her one true love.

5. At which theatre did the show first open?

From Quiz The Original London "Les Miserables"

Answer: The Barbican

Although "Les Mis" is best known for its 18 year run at the Palace, it actually opened first at the Barbican Theatre. "Les Mis" transferred to the Palace in December 1985. It then moved to the Queen's Theatre on 3rd April 2004. Her Majesties is the theatre in which 'Phantom of the Opera' is also making a long run.

6. Alain Boublil thought of the idea of "Les Miserables" while watching a musical in 1978. Which musical was he watching when he came up with the idea for "Les Mis"?

From Quiz The History of the Musical "Les Mis"

Answer: Oliver!

Alain Boublil thought of Little Gavroche when he saw the Artful Dodger on stage in "Oliver." Interestingly, Cameron Mackintosh produced "Oliver!" and later produced Boublil and Shönberg's "Les Miserables." This information can be found in the book "The Complete Book Of Les Miserables" by Edward Behr.

7. Which character is related to Eponine? (though the character concerned is unaware of the fact; the point is made more clearly in the novel than in the musical)

From Quiz Les Mis... Who's Who and What's What?

Answer: Gavroche

They are two of the Thenadiers children - the novel also has several other children, some of whom are sold...

8. In the novel, who is the first member of the Friends of the ABC to die at the barricade?

From Quiz 'Les Mis': the Novel and Musical

Answer: Bahorel

Bahorel is killed when some national guardsmen infiltrate the barricade. Marius saves Courfeyrac and Gavroche, who are almost killed in this attack.

9. In the "Prologue," the first song of the show, what city does the scene with the chain gang take place in?

From Quiz At the End of the Quiz: A 'Les Mis' Quiz

Answer: Toulon

"Prologue" is the song with the chain gang in it. During the song, Jean Valjean is introduced. The song takes place in the year of 1815, in Toulon, France.

10. Who is the first to sing in the second act?

From Quiz "Les Miz" Act Two

Answer: Enjolras

Enjolras sang "Here upon these stones we will build our barricade..." as the rebel students built a barricade. Javert, disguised as a rebel, is the second person to sing as he volunteered to find out the movement plan of the police.

11. How many years had Jean Valjean been in the Chain Gang?

From Quiz "Les Miz" Act One

Answer: 19 years

In the prologue, Jean Valjean was released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang.

12. Contrary to what many believe, "Les Miserables" did not start its life in London, or even in the United Kingdom. What was the first venue that held Boublil and Schonberg's "Les Miserables" show?

From Quiz "Les Miserables"

Answer: Palais des Sports

They staged the musical there because they could not find a real theatre in Paris at the time. So it was staged in a huge sports arena. 500,000 people saw the show through its run of 100 performances and over 50,000 people were unable to obtain tickets as a Russian circus had already booked the Palais des Sports.

13. "Valjean's Sililoquy", "Fantine's Death", and "Javert's Suicide"

From Quiz "Les Miserables" Repeated Music

Answer: Fantines Death & Fantine's Death

Some of the lines are hauntingly similar. "Yet why did I allow this man, to touch my soul and teach me love?" "How can I now allow this man, to hold dominion over me?" "I am reaching, but I fall, and the night is closing in." "I am reaching, but I fall, and the stars are black and cold."

14. Jean Valjean's first solo word.

From Quiz The First of "Les Mis" (High School Edition)

Answer: Yes

Javert: "You know what this means?" Valjean: "Yes, it means I'm free." "The Prologue."

15. What are the first two words (real words, not just sounds or grunts) of the play?

From Quiz 'Les Miserables' 101

Answer: Look Down

"Look down, look down, don't look 'em in the eye. Look down, look down, you're here until you die."

16. According to the foreman in the song 'At the End of the Day,' what doesn't buy any bread?

From Quiz 'Les Miserables'

Answer: Sitting flat on your butt

One of my favorite songs.

17. Reykjavik (26 December 1987)?

From Quiz What Theatres Was 'Les Miserables' In?

Answer: National Theatre of Iceland

It opened the same year shows in Hungary, Boston, and Sydney did.

18. Who gave Valjean hope 'when hope was gone'?

From Quiz Music From 'Les Miserables'

Answer: God & He

This is in the song 'Who am I'; 'My soul belongs to God, I know, I made that bargain long ago. He gave me hope when hope was gone, he gave me strength to journey on.'

19. Who is the author of the novel "Les Miserables"?

From Quiz For "Les Miserables" Die-Hards

Answer: Victor Hugo

20. "There's a kid that she's hiding in some little town!" is sung by whom?

From Quiz Who Sang It?: "Les Miserables"

Answer: The Factory Girl

The Factory Girl sings this to the Factory Foreman, exposing Fantine as an unwed mother through a letter. This letter is sent by the Thenardiers, lying that her daughter Cosette is sick, and demanding more money from Fantine. The Foreman fires her. This line is featured in "At the End of the Day". In the original French production, this song is titled as "La Journée Est Finie".

21. The song "Come to Me", sung by both Fantine and Valjean at Fantine's bedside, is sung to the same tune as which other song?

From Quiz "Les Mis" Quiz

Answer: On My Own

"On My Own" is the correct answer. Fantine is singing about her eight-year-old child, Cosette, who is living with the Thénardiers at their inn.

22. What number is Valjean's while he is in prison?

From Quiz Les Miserables

Answer: 24601

Javert's entrance is the line- "Now bring in prisoner 24601" and in enters Valjean.

23. Who is the singer of "On my Own" singing about?

From Quiz On my Own

Answer: Marius

Eponine is, of course singing about Marius. She loves him, but he, sadly, is in love with Cosette, Valjean's "daughter".

24. Which animal does Thenardier refer to in his second act solo?

From Quiz "Les Mis": Back to Basics

Answer: Dog

A tiger is referred to in Fantine's solo, 'I Dreamed A Dream'. Thenardier's song is called 'Dog Eats Dog', which is sung as he steals from the dead after the barricade scene.

25. Can you find Marius' line?

From Quiz Match the Line: "Les Mis"

Answer: "I did not live until today."

All the incorrect answers are Cosette's. I thought it would fit since they're in love.

26. Which Broadway star came over to Britain to play the role of Fantine?

From Quiz The Original London "Les Miserables"

Answer: Patti LuPone

Patti LuPone is best known for playing Eva Peron in "Evita". Neither Elaine Paige nor Judy Kuhn have played Fantine (although Judy Kuhn played Cosette), and Ruthie Henshall was the 10th Anniversary Fantine.

27. For which character did Shönberg supply the voice in the Original French Concept Recording?

From Quiz The History of the Musical "Les Mis"

Answer: Courfeyrac

Shönberg actually sang the part of "Courfeyrac" in the Original French Concept Recording. Michel Sardou sang the part of Enjolras, Michel Delpech played Feuilly, and Salvatore Adamo was Combeferre. It's interesting to see that Shönberg chose to play Courfeyrac since Courfeyrac is the one who befriends Marius in the book.

28. Who was the original Javert on Broadway?

From Quiz "Les Miserables" For Mizfits Only

Answer: Terrence Mann

Terrence Mann is the best Javert ever! He is absolutely amazing! His other credits include: Chauvelin in "The Scarlet Pimpernel," Rum Tum Tugger in "Cats" and Larry in the movie of "A Chorus Line." Philip Quast was Javert in London and Australia, as well as on the Complete Symphonic Recording and the Tenth Anniversary Concert

29. In the novel, which name does not refer to Valjean?

From Quiz 'Les Mis': the Novel and Musical

Answer: Jondrette

"LeBlanc" is a name Courfeyrac gives Valjean because of his white hair. He uses the alias of "Madeleine" in Montriel sur Mur. He uses the alias of "Ultimus Fauchelevent" at the convent and through the end of the novel. "Jondrette" is an alias used by Thernardier.

30. What is the name of the rude man who wants to "use Fantine's services" when she becomes a prostitute?

From Quiz At the End of the Quiz: A 'Les Mis' Quiz

Answer: Bamatabois

Bamatabois is the wealthy "customer" of Fantine. He is drunk and wants to buy Fantine's services. She refuses to do so, and he drives her to violence. He then lies and says that she attacked him.

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