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It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
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Only one of my favorite movies. Maybe not the funniest or most critically acclaimed. But simply fascinating in its scope.
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It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Jan 23 13
324 plays
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Programs on Both Radio and TV
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Some shows were good enough to make the transition from radio to TV with ease. These did. This quiz is, admittedly, by an older player for older players, but regardless of your age, give it a shot. You just might be entertained.
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US Old Time Radio
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Sep 09 12
516 plays
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The Genius of Warner Brothers Cartoons
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The Warner Brothers Cartoons of the 40s and 50s are pure artistic and comedic genius. See how much you know about the cartoons of that era.
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Mixture: Animated
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Aug 12 12
636 plays
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I Saw That Actor on Perry Mason!
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These are well known actors who made appearances early in their careers on "Perry Mason", starring Raymond Burr, which aired from 1957 to 1966.
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TV Common Bond
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Feb 23 13
453 plays
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The 30s, Gangster Style
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The 1930s spawned depression, unemployment and some of the most recognizable bad guys in American history. How much do you know about them.
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1930s History
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Aug 05 12
420 plays
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'30s Movies and the Stars
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It has been said that the 1930s were Hollywood's greatest years. I heartily concur. Name the stars of these great films.
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1930s Movies
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Jan 03 13
396 plays
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The Great B Movie Cowboys
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B Movies were usually the bottom half of a double feature, appearing as a companion to a more elaborate, star-studded main feature. Can you name these cowboys who appeared in so many of them?
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Westerns and Gangster Films
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Oct 11 12
255 plays
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Mel Brooks and His Movies
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Mel Brooks himself once said "We rise below vulgarity". He was not one to let good taste get in the way of something he considered funny.
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Brooks, Mel
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Aug 16 12
594 plays
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Vintage American Slang II
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Since my first quiz, "Vintage American Slang" appeared, there has been a hue and cry for more. Well, a little hue and not much cry, really. But for what it's worth, here it is. Enjoy!
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American Slang
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Very Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Sep 13 12
801 plays
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When I Was a Kid (American)
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I cringed when my Mom and Dad said it. Now I'm saying it. And my kids and grandkids are wincing. See what you know about the 40's and 50's.
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1940s Nostalgia
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 26 12
789 plays
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Insults by Don Rickles, Mr. Warmth
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Here are some insults uttered by the incredibly funny Don Rickles. Try to guess at whom he was tossing the barbs.
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Celebrities Q-S
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 04 12
471 plays
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Warner Bros. Cartoon Bad Guys
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Bugs and company had to contend with many a foe in numerous cartoons. Many tried to conquer the wise cracking rabbit; all failed.
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Kids and Animated Mixture
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 14 12
366 plays
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I Saw That Star on the Andy Griffith Show!
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The "Andy Griffith Show" aired for 8 seasons and a total of 249 episodes. I am amazed at the number of stars who appeared as guests early in their careers.
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Andy Griffith Show: Characters
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Jan 06 13
543 plays
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Big Bands of Yesteryear
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This quiz is for those who remember and appreciate the Big Band era of the 20s, 30s and 40s.
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Big Band
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Tough
15 Q
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Pick61
Aug 23 12
234 plays
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Character Actors of the 30s and 40s
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Many of the movies of the thirties and forties featured appearances by some of the greatest character actors to ever do films. Can you recognize some of these?
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Something in Common
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Difficult
10 Q
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Pick61
Mar 28 13
366 plays
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Funny Men and Their Characters
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Funny men have invented many outrageous characters and brought them to life. See how much you know about some of them.
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Comedians Mixture
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Average
15 Q
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Pick61
Nov 18 12
663 plays
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Vintage American Slang
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English is a beautiful language. There are so many ways of expressing yourself. Slang has been around since the language developed. See if you can figure out where some of it came from.
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American Slang
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Tough
10 Q
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Pick61
Aug 27 12
969 plays
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Lincoln's Assassins
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John Wilkes Booth, actor, killed Abraham Lincoln. But what do you know about all the other people who were caught up in the hysteria surrounding the murder?
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Lincoln, Abraham
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 16 12
348 plays
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Quotes from Clever Folks
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Here are some quotes from intellectuals and funny folks. Biting, but funny.
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Who Said It?
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 25 12
699 plays
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Canines in Cartoons and Comics
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We love dogs and many of us tend to imbue them with human qualities. So it is with cartoonists and animators. See if you can identify these entertaining canines.
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Dogs in Entertainment
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Oct 25 12
666 plays
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Great American Comic Performers, Past and Present
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Here are ten legends of comedy. Can you identify them?
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Comedians Mixture
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Sep 18 12
786 plays
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American Slang and Colloquialisms II
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Just some more predominately American usage of slang and colloquial phrases.
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American Slang
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Nov 10 12
774 plays
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A President Said That
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History has given America some great and some not so great leaders. Test your knowledge about their writings, speeches and senses of humor.
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U.S. Presidents
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Aug 22 12
585 plays
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Maritime Disasters
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I will give clues describing the disaster, you name the ship.
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Maritime Disasters
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Oct 14 12
420 plays
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Detectives in Fiction
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I'm having trouble remembering the names of some of my favorite fictional detectives. If I give you some clues, can you help me?
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Professions in Entertainment
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Sep 20 12
960 plays
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The Great Comedy Teams
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These are the men who have made us laugh in the movies and TV. I remember them with fondness; I hope you do, too.
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Comedians Mixture
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Oct 06 12
999 plays
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You Don't Really Kick Them in the Side
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Many famous fictional and real characters had a lieutenant or "sidekick". See if you can answer some questions about a few of them.
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Sidekicks in Entertainment
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Average
15 Q
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Pick61
Dec 24 12
582 plays
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Hey, I Remember that Show! (1950s TV)
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TV was in its infancy in the '50s. Some great shows emerged and some, well, not so great. See if you can answer some questions about a few of them.
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1950s TV
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Average
10 Q
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Pick61
Jan 17 13
645 plays
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Vintage American Slang III
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This is the third and last of my slang quizzes. Have a good time and enjoy!
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American Slang
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Easy
10 Q
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Pick61
Sep 28 12
732 plays
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Ohio - The Buckeye State
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Beautiful Ohio. How much do you know about my state?
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Ohio
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Tough
10 Q
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Pick61
Oct 04 12
333 plays
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