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Quiz about TT is for TTelevision Alliterative TV Shows
Quiz about TT is for TTelevision Alliterative TV Shows

TT is for T-Television: Alliterative TV Shows Quiz


This is part of the "T is for Television" series of quizzes, with double trouble this time: all these shows have at least two words that start with the same letter in the title. We skipped a few letters of the alphabet. Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by PootyPootwell. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
364,831
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
15
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
13 / 15
Plays
879
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
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Question 1 of 15
1. This sitcom starred San Francisco-born comic Margaret Cho, a young woman living with her Korean-American family. Hint


Question 2 of 15
2. This critically-acclaimed series was set in Albuquerque, New Mexico and was based on the life of a high-school-chemistry-teacher-turned-drug dealer. What was it?

Hint


Question 3 of 15
3. Set in Philadelphia, this crime series featured a blonde-haired detective chasing down old leads. What was this series? Hint


Question 4 of 15
4. This show was an early mix of comedy and drama and starred Blair Brown as a divorced New York woman drifting in and out of jobs and relationships. Hint


Question 5 of 15
5. Based in Sacramento, California, this show portrayed the life of a father and his kids of various ages. It was followed up by several TV movies as well. Hint


Question 6 of 15
6. This animated series came and went several times by different creators; it was based on a Marvel comic, which included superheroes who could stretch like plastic, become invisible, turn into a flame, among others. Hint


Question 7 of 15
7. This reality series on A&E focused on the daughter up a famous Mafia don and her children. Hint


Question 8 of 15
8. This show is set in L.A. and its main star is known for being tough-but-fair, someone both loved and hated. Hint


Question 9 of 15
9. The Kardashian family, famous for no one knows quite what, was all over the TV schedule starting in 2007. Which one of these was NOT a real show about this media-savvy family? Hint


Question 10 of 15
10. This show was a ratings powerhouse in its day. It focused on the work and lives of the attorneys at the fictional law firm McKenzie, Brackman. Hint


Question 11 of 15
11. She's a teacher, he's a cop -- they meet at an Overeaters Anonymous meeting and the rest is history. What sitcom is this? Hint


Question 12 of 15
12. A spin-off from the hospital drama "Grey's Anatomy," this show starred Kate Walsh as Dr. Addison Montgomery and revolved around her practice, colleagues, and private life. Hint


Question 13 of 15
13. There were at least two televised versions of this show based on a comic book character. Depending on the version, the title character wore a red sweater with "R" on it or a tuxedo jacket and short pants. What was the name of these shows? Hint


Question 14 of 15
14. Before "American Idol," before "The X-Factor," before "America's Got Talent," all we had was this show, a showcase for hopeful comics, singers, dancers, and of course spokesmodels. What was the name of this series? Hint


Question 15 of 15
15. Bear with me on this one....This was a collection of public service announcements ABC ran starting in the 70s with their morning cartoons. The animated spots always featured an odd-looking yellow creature with a round torso and long skinny legs. He carried a large pocket watch and tried to teach children how to regulate their eating, hygiene, and sleeping habits. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This sitcom starred San Francisco-born comic Margaret Cho, a young woman living with her Korean-American family.

Answer: All-American Girl

Margaret Cho was an up-and-coming comic, but "All-American Girl" received very poor ratings, and it didn't help that the secondary characters kept changing. It ran on ABC during the 1994-1995 season.
2. This critically-acclaimed series was set in Albuquerque, New Mexico and was based on the life of a high-school-chemistry-teacher-turned-drug dealer. What was it?

Answer: Breaking Bad

"Breaking Bad" starring Bryan Cranston earned top critical acclaim and is often cited as the best show in television history. Creator Vince Gilligan has referred to it as a "morality play."
3. Set in Philadelphia, this crime series featured a blonde-haired detective chasing down old leads. What was this series?

Answer: Cold Case

"Cold Case" ran on CBS from 2003-2010 and starred Kathryn Morris as Detective Lily Rush. At the end of each episode, after a cold case was solved, Rush would see a ghostly vision of the dead victim, apparently satisfied and ready to move on.
4. This show was an early mix of comedy and drama and starred Blair Brown as a divorced New York woman drifting in and out of jobs and relationships.

Answer: The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd

"The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd" won several Emmy nominations for its quirky portrayal of a modern single woman. After running on NBC for 1987-188, the Lifetime Network picked it up from 1988-1991.
5. Based in Sacramento, California, this show portrayed the life of a father and his kids of various ages. It was followed up by several TV movies as well.

Answer: Eight is Enough

If you were a fan of "Eight is Enough," then you know these names - David, Mary, Joanie, Susan, Nancy, Elizabeth, Tommy, and Nicholas -- and you probably had a favorite. Starring Dick Van Patten, with Betty Buckley joining in the second season as Abby the stepmother, "Eight is Enough" ran on ABC from 1977-1981.
6. This animated series came and went several times by different creators; it was based on a Marvel comic, which included superheroes who could stretch like plastic, become invisible, turn into a flame, among others.

Answer: Fantastic Four

"Fantastic Four" in this case refers to any of the series based on the comic books. As of this writing, there have been four different series, starting in 1967, 1978, 1994, and 2006. Sometimes the superhero powers and names change, but the title of the series remains the same.
7. This reality series on A&E focused on the daughter up a famous Mafia don and her children.

Answer: Growing Up Gotti

"Growing Up Gotti" portrayed the life of Victoria Gotti, daughter of New York crime boss John Gotti, who eventually was sentenced and imprisoned. He died in 2002. The show died in 2005, the same year it premiered.
8. This show is set in L.A. and its main star is known for being tough-but-fair, someone both loved and hated.

Answer: Judge Judy

"Judge Judy" stars Judge Judy Sheindlin who is known for doling out unsolicited advice. Some of her oft-repeated gems have been called "Judyisms." Some of her life lessons have included, "A good deed never goes unpunished," "Beauty fades, dumb is forever," and "If It doesn't make sense, it's not true."
9. The Kardashian family, famous for no one knows quite what, was all over the TV schedule starting in 2007. Which one of these was NOT a real show about this media-savvy family?

Answer: Khloe, and Kourtney Take Kalamazoo

Kim, Khloe, Kourney, Kris, Kendall, Kylie....This family is hard to miss. The original show, "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," premiered on E! in 2007.
10. This show was a ratings powerhouse in its day. It focused on the work and lives of the attorneys at the fictional law firm McKenzie, Brackman.

Answer: L.A. Law

"L.A. Law" ruled the airways during most of its run on NBC from 1986-1994. Created by producer Steven Bochco, it grew careers for Harry Hamlin, Susan Dey, Blair Underwood, Jimmy Smitts, and many more. It was an Emmy favorite, ending up with 15 total.
11. She's a teacher, he's a cop -- they meet at an Overeaters Anonymous meeting and the rest is history. What sitcom is this?

Answer: Mike & Molly

"Mike and Molly" stars Melissa McCarthy and Billy Gardell and began on CBS in 2010. It receives mixed critical reviews.
12. A spin-off from the hospital drama "Grey's Anatomy," this show starred Kate Walsh as Dr. Addison Montgomery and revolved around her practice, colleagues, and private life.

Answer: Private Practice

"Private Practice" spun off from ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" in 2007 and ended in 2013. It was set in Los Angeles and included exterior shots of Santa Monica and Malibu.
13. There were at least two televised versions of this show based on a comic book character. Depending on the version, the title character wore a red sweater with "R" on it or a tuxedo jacket and short pants. What was the name of these shows?

Answer: Richie Rich

Richie Rich's dog was named, of course, Dollar. The richest child in the world, Richie was usually portrayed as charitable and kind.
14. Before "American Idol," before "The X-Factor," before "America's Got Talent," all we had was this show, a showcase for hopeful comics, singers, dancers, and of course spokesmodels. What was the name of this series?

Answer: Star Search

The original "Star Search" was hosted by Ed McMahaon and included performances by future stars Sinbad, Alanis Morissette, Britney Spears, and, most famously, triple-threat Justin Timberlake. It was produced 1983-1995. A remake was brought back briefly 2003-2004, hosted by Arsenio Hall.
15. Bear with me on this one....This was a collection of public service announcements ABC ran starting in the 70s with their morning cartoons. The animated spots always featured an odd-looking yellow creature with a round torso and long skinny legs. He carried a large pocket watch and tried to teach children how to regulate their eating, hygiene, and sleeping habits.

Answer: Time for Timer

Time for Timer's most famous spot was probably ""I Hanker for a Hunk of Cheese."

I'm so hungry I can eat a wagon wheel!
Oh! Howdy Partner! Time for Timer!
Do you ever get that hungry feeling after school?
Boy, I do! I'm so hungry, I could eat a wagon wheel!
When I'm slow on the draw and I need something to chaw,
I hanker for a hunk of cheese!
When my ten gallon hat's a-feelin' five gallons flat
I've got something planned, which is Little cheese sandwiches! Come on!

When my get up and go has got up and went,
I hanker for a hunk of cheese!
When I'm dancin' the hoedown and my boots kinda slow down,
Or anytime I'm week in the knees,
I hanker for a hunk of,
A slab, a slice, a chunk of,
A snack that is a winner,
And yet won't spoil my dinner!
I hanker for a hunk of cheese! Ya-hoo!
Source: Author PootyPootwell

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