Help Wanted: Made-for-TV Maids Quiz

Answer: Florence Johnston

Marla Gibbs depicted the live-in maid of George (Sherman Hemsley) and Louise Jefferson (Isabel Sanford) on the CBS sitcom, "The Jeffersons" (1975-85). Florence Johnston was a dedicated choir member at her church, but was always looking for a fine man or a fine stiff drink! George persistently insulted her on her cleaning capabilities, and she would promptly strike back at him on his short stature.

At times, it was difficult to comprehend who was really the boss in the Jefferson household.

Answer: Lurch

Ted Cassidy played the role of Lurch in, "The Addams Family" (1964-66). He was characterized as being the tall and somber, but faithful butler of Gomez (John Astin) and Morticia (Carolyn Jones), who treated him as one of their own. When his services were desired, a thunderous, gong-like sound would vibrate the house. Lurch promptly entered the room in a dawdling demeanor inquiring, "You rang?" in a deep, profound voice.

However, the majority of his verbal communications were expressive grunts or moans.

He was the family's musical entertainer who often played a harpsichord or an organ.

Answer: Hazel Burke

In the series, "Hazel" (1961-66), Shirley Booth played the role of the maid who lived with her employers, the Baxter family. They were George Baxter (Don DeFore), Dorothy (Whitney Blake), their son, Harold (Bobby Buntrock), and Smiley, the family's dog. Hazel, not completely confining herself to the mundane chores of everyday housekeeping, socialized with other hard-working people as well which included the postman, taxi-driver, and other area maids.

She was recognized for her humanitarian spirit in which she organized some helpful, community activities.

Answer: Mr. French

Mr. Giles French (Sebastian Cabot) was the gentleman of all servants in a Fifth Avenue apartment in Manhattan, New York. While his employer Bill Davis (Brian Keith) was away on business, he assumed the responsibilities and assisted in the up bringing of Bill's relatives, Cissy (Kathy Garver), Jody (Johnny Whitaker), Buffy (Anissa Jones), and her doll, Mrs. Beasley. Mr. French exhibited an exemplary and proper behavior and concentrated in teaching the children appropriate etiquette. Unfortunately, most of the time, they were not concerned about his lessons.

"Family Affair" (1966-1971)

Answer: Nell Harper

Nell Carter starred as the hefty and hilarious housekeeper Nellie Ruth "Nell" Harper in the comedy sitcom, "Gimme a Break!" (1981-87). Nell's friend, which was also the wife of police chief, Carl Kanisky (Dolph Sweet), had agreed to move in with the deceased woman's family of Glenlawn, California.

She was confident and competent when it came to supervising the chief's daughters Katie (Kari Michaelsen), Julie (Lauri Hendler), and Samantha (Lara Jill Miller). Joey Donovan (Joey Lawrence) later joined the hectic household as a six-year old orphan.

Answer: Max

Lionel Stander embodied the role of Max in the series, "Hart to Hart" (1979-1984) which starred Robert Wagner and Stefanie Powers. Max was a great help to Jonathan and Jennifer, who were self-made millionaires in California. He proved his loyalty when he became involved in assisting the daring duo in solving their amateur detective jobs. Max also acquired the responsibility of caring for the Hart family's canine companion, Freeway.

Answer: Mildred

Police commissioner, Stewart McMillan (Rock Hudson) and his wife (Susan Saint James) lived a glamorous lifestyle and attended chic parties and charitable benefits. The couple hired their comical maid (Nancy Walker) to keep house while they were out solving robberies and murders.

"McMillan and Wife" was a lighthearted, crime drama series that aired from 1971 to 1977.

Answer: Alfred Pennyworth

Alfred Thaddeus Crane Pennyworth (Alan Napier), a retired intelligence agent, carried on the tradition as servant at Wayne Manor. After the murders of the Wayne family, he was declared as the legal guardian of their son, Bruce (Adam West). Alfred, though sarcastic and contemptuous at times, was a diligent assistant to the superhero, dynamic duo, Batman and Robin (Dick Grayson).

The television series, "Batman" ran from 1966 to 1968.

Answer: Aunt Bee

Frances Bavier portrayed the paternal aunt and housekeeper of Sheriff Andy Taylor (Andy Griffith) in, "The Andy Griffith Show" (1960-68). Aunt Bee moved to Mayberry, North Carolina and took on the maternal functions for her widowed nephew and his son, Opie (Ron Howard). Little did she know that she would be caring for the dim-witted deputy, Barney Fife (Don Knotts) also. Aunt Bee was notable for her southern-style, home cooked meals.

The whole town could almost smell the aroma of fried chicken or pork chops, cornbread and biscuits, and Opie's favorite, butterscotch-pecan pie emerging from the Taylor home.

When she took a break from her tireless duties, she enjoyed some quiet moments sitting on the front porch with Andy late in the evening.

Answer: Cadbury

Stanley Jones voiced the character of Herbert Arthur Runcible Cadbury in the Saturday morning cartoon series, "Richie Rich" (1980-84). Cadbury was the hired butler in the luxurious mansion of Richard (Al Fann) and Regina Rich (Susan Solo) from Richville. He spent most of his time with their tycoon son, Richard "Richie" Rich, Jr. and his dog, that was appropriately named Dollar (Frank Welker). Although Richie was the heir to vast fortunes, he was still a child of pranks, yet a charitable and kind boy. Cadbury was always by the side of the poor little rich kid, even during his many punishments. Along with their devoted butler, the Riches' also owned a robot maid named, Irona.

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