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Quiz about Classic Britcoms
Quiz about Classic Britcoms

Classic Britcoms Trivia Quiz


Many Americans have been introduced to classic "Britcoms" via PBS. Questions in this quiz pertain to some of the more memorable ones.

A multiple-choice quiz by Treenage. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
Treenage
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
387,575
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
720
Last 3 plays: Hayes1953 (10/10), Guest 2 (10/10), Saffia (10/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. This one followed the hilarious exploits of young medical students. Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In this show, a well-meaning department store head often encouraged his employees with the following farewell: "You've all done very well!" Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In this show, a crotchety old man often uttered, "I don't believe it!" when he was utterly exasperated. Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. In this unforgettable Britcom, a snooty lady whose last name was a synonym for "pail" was always putting on airs. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. What was the name of the character and neighbor who was often the target of Hyacinth Bucket's insufferable singing? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. What was the military rank of the floorwalker, Stephen Peacock, on "Are You Being Served?" Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Hyacinth's sisters were also named for lovely flowers, including the famous English Rose. Aside from Rose, what were the sisters' names? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which irreverent Britcom was set in a French cafe during World War II? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. What was the name of the actor who portrayed the "dishy vicar" on "Keeping Up Appearances"? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Who was nearly always free whenever you were seeking assistance at the menswear counter? Hint



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Most Recent Scores
Mar 18 2024 : Hayes1953: 10/10
Mar 18 2024 : Guest 2: 10/10
Mar 04 2024 : Saffia: 10/10
Feb 27 2024 : clevercatz: 9/10

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This one followed the hilarious exploits of young medical students.

Answer: Doctor in the House

As a little girl who enjoyed this show tremendously, I remember being somewhat taken aback at the portrayal of an outrageous female American character who appeared in one episode. "Doctor in the House" ran from 1969-70 and starred Barry Evans as Michael Upton, Robin Nedwell as Duncan Waring, and George Layton as Paul Collier.
2. In this show, a well-meaning department store head often encouraged his employees with the following farewell: "You've all done very well!"

Answer: Are You Being Served?

Young Mr. Grace was the one who uttered these famous words because Old Mr. Grace didn't get about much in those days. Young Mr. Grace was a fishmonger before he inherited the Grace Bros. department store from his uncle.
3. In this show, a crotchety old man often uttered, "I don't believe it!" when he was utterly exasperated.

Answer: One Foot in the Grave

The name of the embittered oldster who was famous for speaking this line was Victor Meldrew. Richard Wilson was the actor who played this hilarious character, and Annette Crosby portrayed his wife, Margaret Meldrew.
4. In this unforgettable Britcom, a snooty lady whose last name was a synonym for "pail" was always putting on airs.

Answer: Keeping Up Appearances

Patricia Routledge portrayed the unsinkable Hyacinth Bucket, who often experienced misadventures due to her insufferable snobbery. In 1993, she was awarded the OBE (Officer of the British Empire) for her lifelong achievements in British drama.
5. What was the name of the character and neighbor who was often the target of Hyacinth Bucket's insufferable singing?

Answer: Emmet

Emmet was portrayed by David Griffin. Griffin is also known for his roles in the sci-fi curiosity "Trog" (1970) and the 1969 drama "Battle of Britain."
6. What was the military rank of the floorwalker, Stephen Peacock, on "Are You Being Served?"

Answer: Captain

In one episode, another character (Mr. Goldberg) might have hinted that Peacock's true rank had been Corporal. Peacock's surname certainly suited him, as he took pleasure in strutting about and attempting to impress attractive female customers with his mustachioed panache.
7. Hyacinth's sisters were also named for lovely flowers, including the famous English Rose. Aside from Rose, what were the sisters' names?

Answer: Daisy and Violet

Rose was actually played by two different actresses, Shirly Stelfox (1990) and Mary Millar (1991-1995). Tragically, Mary Millar passed away in 1998 and Shirley Stelfox died in 2015 at the age of 72.
8. Which irreverent Britcom was set in a French cafe during World War II?

Answer: 'Allo! 'Allo!

Gordon Kaye portrayed the embattled cafe owner, Rene Artois, who was always getting caught up in anti-Nazi conspiracies. His ever-watchful wife, Edith, was portrayed by Carmen Silvera.
9. What was the name of the actor who portrayed the "dishy vicar" on "Keeping Up Appearances"?

Answer: Jeremy Gittins

Hughes portrayed Hyacinth's unflappable brother-in-law Onslow, Swift portrayed long-suffering husband Richard, and Webb portrayed the indomitable, shell-shocked "Daddy."
10. Who was nearly always free whenever you were seeking assistance at the menswear counter?

Answer: Mr. Humphries

John Inman, who passed away in 1995, played this well-loved character from 1972 until the show ended in 1985. He also appeared with fellow cast members Mollie Sugden (Mrs. Slocombe) and Frank Thornton (Captain Peacock) in the spinoff Britcom, "Are You Being Served? Again!"
Source: Author Treenage

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