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Quiz about Puppet Shows On TV
Quiz about Puppet Shows On TV

Puppet Shows On TV Trivia Quiz


Did you realize how many puppet shows have been on TV? Here are a few from the US and UK.

A multiple-choice quiz by suenickmarch. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
suenickmarch
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
128,704
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Difficult
Avg Score
5 / 10
Plays
2434
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Question 1 of 10
1. Who is the ruler of the "Neighborhood of Make-Believe"? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Who is Hector's neighbor in the show "Hector's House"? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What kind of animal is Hector in "Hector's House"? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What was the name of the creator of the "Kukla, Fran and Ollie" show? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Who is Ernie's friend on "Sesame Street"? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Name the 1960s British adventure puppet show featuring the "International Rescue" team.

Answer: (one word)
Question 7 of 10
7. What is the name of island where the "International Rescue" Team is based? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. In what decade did the show "Gigglesnort Hotel" air? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. What is the name of the puppet on "Mystery Science Theater 3000" that looks like a gumball machine? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Who created the Muppets?

Answer: (two words)

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Who is the ruler of the "Neighborhood of Make-Believe"?

Answer: King Friday XIII

His wife is Queen Sara. His son is called Prince Tuesday.
2. Who is Hector's neighbor in the show "Hector's House"?

Answer: Kiki the Frog

This is a classic children's puppet show from the UK. Kiki the Frog was often on her ladder, looking over the fence at Hector's house.
3. What kind of animal is Hector in "Hector's House"?

Answer: Dog

Hector and friends were often in his garden. They would meet there to play games and have adventures.
4. What was the name of the creator of the "Kukla, Fran and Ollie" show?

Answer: Burr Tillstrom

Burr Tillstrom was originally from Chicago. The show was a favorite in the 1950s.
5. Who is Ernie's friend on "Sesame Street"?

Answer: Bert

"Sesame Street" began in 1969. It was developed to help children learn with songs and humor.
6. Name the 1960s British adventure puppet show featuring the "International Rescue" team.

Answer: Thunderbirds

Created by Gerry Anderson, featuring doll-like puppets. The puppets' lips move through an electrical network enabling the sound to be in sync.
7. What is the name of island where the "International Rescue" Team is based?

Answer: Tracy Island

It looked like a luxurious Pacific island. However, it was actually a top secret base where the control center was located.
8. In what decade did the show "Gigglesnort Hotel" air?

Answer: 1970s

Another successful Chicago based puppet show. This show was created by Bill Jackson.
9. What is the name of the puppet on "Mystery Science Theater 3000" that looks like a gumball machine?

Answer: Tom Servo

A man is held captive in outer space by mad scientists on Earth. He made several puppets and together they made fun of bad movies.
10. Who created the Muppets?

Answer: Jim Henson

The Muppets were featured in "Sesame Street" and "The Muppet Show". Jim Henson also created the TV show "Fraggle Rock" in the 1980s.
Source: Author suenickmarch

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