FREE! Click here to
Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!
Facts of Life Trivia Questions and Answers
Fun Facts & Interesting Information
Fun Trivia Question Usage
You are welcome to use the questions in this section for non-commerical purposes: quizzing friends/coworkers, classrooms, newsletters, trivia nights, events, etc. Questions may
not be used for websites or in apps, and may not be resold. You use the questions at your own risk, and FunTrivia is not responsible for errors, etc in the content.
Please
link to or
credit FunTrivia textually (http://www.funtrivia.com) if you use any of these questions. Thanks!
Visit our
Trivia Question Store to buy question packs for commercial or for-profit ventures.
1. "The Facts of Life Goes to Paris Pt. 1"- Which hotel was Ms. Garrett staying at while in Paris?
Answer: Le Petit Ritz
Interesting Information:The girls would be taking a bus to a different location, but she told Tootie that the owner of the hotel was sending a car to pick her up from the airport. Tootie assumed a limo, but what showed up was a tiny Volkswagen. When she left them, Ms. Garrett told the girls she'd see them all in four weeks for the flight home.
At the time of writing this quiz, 2015, the incorrect choices were hotels located in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: The Facts of Life Goes to Paris
Some incorrect choices:
Maison Dupuy Hotel, Hotel St. Marie, Hotel Provincial
2. What school do the girls attend?
Answer: Eastland School for Girls
Interesting Information:The girls were at Eastland in Peekskill, NY during the majority of the show. The show went from having a bunch of girls in it to focusing on just four girls, and one of them, Jo, came in on season two when the other three were there from the beginning.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: "The Facts of Life" One Good TV Show!
Some incorrect choices:
Lexington Academy, Hartsbrook Elite, Chestnut Prep
3. What did Tootie do to prove she's not a kid anymore?
Answer: Drank a bottle of wine
Interesting Information:This was from the first episode of season three - "Growing Pains."
Difficulty: Easy.
From Quiz: Season Three of "The Facts Of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
Rode off on Jo's motorcycle, Swore, Stopped being Natalie's friend
4. What well-known TV dad played Beverly Ann's ex-husband, Frank Stickle?
Answer: Dick Van Patten
Interesting Information:Dick Van Patten was patriarch Tom Bradford from "Eight is Enough". Interesting side note: Although Alan Thicke wasn't on "Facts" at any point, he and ex-wife Gloria Loring did write the theme song.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Characters Portrayed By Famous People
Some incorrect choices:
Robert Reed, Alan Thicke, Carroll O'Connor
5. As a class project, who was Blair married to?
Answer: Wilbur Waldo
Interesting Information:"Sweet Sorrow" in season 3, Blair was not thrilled with her husband, for a school project. She said she was 'looking for twin beds'. In the meantime Jo's ex-boyfriend shows up, but she has eyes for another guy that is her class project 'husband'. Like every episode, everything worked out with a hug as Jo hugs Mrs. Garrett.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: The Facts of the "Facts of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
William Wacko, Walter Wonder, Willy Wonka
6. In what year did "The Facts of Life" first debut in the United States?
Answer: 1979
Interesting Information:"The Facts of Life" first aired on August 24, 1979.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: "The Facts of Life" - Fun Facts
Some incorrect choices:
1978, 1980, 1981
7. What was the name of the the waiter at the male strip club that Blair and Jo took Mrs. Garrett?
Answer: Kenny
Interesting Information:He tells them his name when he comes to take their drink orders.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
Paul, Brad, Steve
8. What holiday is the reunion on?
Answer: Thanksgiving
Interesting Information:They plan on having it on Thanksgiving but end up having it a day early.
Difficulty: Average.
From Quiz: 'The Facts of Life Reunion'
Some incorrect choices:
Christmas, Easter, Halloween
9. In the first season who tried to get their parents back together?
Answer: Molly
Interesting Information:Molly - played by Molly Ringwald, later went on to 80s movie fame as part of the 'Brat Pack'.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: 'Facts of Life' - New and Old
Some incorrect choices:
Blair, Natalie, Sue Ann
10. What private school did the girls attend, in their younger years?
Answer: Eastland Academy
Interesting Information:Eastland Academy was the private school attended by the girls in their younger years in the classic TV series, Facts of Life. The school was an all-girls boarding school located in Peekskill, New York. The show followed the lives of a group of girls who lived in the Eastland Academy dormitory, and their housemother, Mrs. Garrett. The show tackled various issues such as friendship, relationships, and growing up. The show was a spin-off of the popular TV series, Diff'rent Strokes, and aired from 1979 to 1988.
Difficulty: Very Easy.
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life'
Some incorrect choices:
Jefferson Academy, Westland Academy, Brettwood Academy
11. Which girl blackens Blair's eye?
Answer: Sue Ann
Interesting Information:I believe this happened in the season one finale "Dope".
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
Molly, Jo, Tootie
12. What is the name of the person who plays Jo?
Answer: Nancy McKeon
Interesting Information:well Susan Olsen played Cindy in 'The Brady Bunch' and Lisa played Blair and Kim played Tootie.
Difficulty: Very Easy.
From Quiz: 'The Facts Of Life'
Some incorrect choices:
Susan Olsen, Lisa Whelchel, Kim Fields
13. What is name of the school that the girls attend?
Answer: Eastland
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life' For Dummies
Some incorrect choices:
Peakskill, Bates Academy, Warner Academy
15. What color hair does Cindy have on the earlier 'Facts of Life' episodes?
Answer: blonde
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
red, brown, black
16. Who competed against Blair for Queen of the Harvest Dance?
Answer: Cindy
Interesting Information:'Rough Housing'
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: 'The Facts Of Life'
Some incorrect choices:
Molly, Jennifer, Tootie
17. Who was the exchange student from Australia?
Answer: Pippa
Interesting Information:Pippa was on the show for only one year.
Difficulty: Easy.
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life' Characters
Some incorrect choices:
Jo, Beverly Ann, Andy
18. "The Facts of Life Goes to Paris Pt. 1"- Which of the girls was *not* taking pictures through the bus windows on their way to the Gerard School?
Answer: Jo
Interesting Information:Tootie kept exclaiming "I can't believe it" as she snapped pictures. Her over exuberance was annoying to Jo. Natalie and Blair also had cameras and were taking photos, but less so than Tootie. The stern looking headmistress, Miss Southwick, warned them not to put their hands outside of the windows.
Vivian Brown played Miss Southwick.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: The Facts of Life Goes to Paris
Some incorrect choices:
Natalie, Tootie, Blair
19. Which girl was always snooping around to hear the latest gossip?
Answer: Tootie
Interesting Information:Tootie was the youngest of the group and was always trying to find out what is going on at Eastland. In season one, she was seen rolling around on skates.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: "The Facts of Life" One Good TV Show!
Some incorrect choices:
Blair, Jo, Natalie
20. In what episode does Jo's boyfriend break up with her after she spends too much time with a boy from Bates?
Answer: Sweet Sorrow
Interesting Information:Jo's boyfriend in this episode was named Eddie and she wore his ring around her neck all time.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Season Three of "The Facts Of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
Fear Strikes Back, Green-eyed monster, The Affair
21. What now famous hottie was the girls' handyman/neighbor?
Answer: George Clooney
Interesting Information:George was cute even back then. Before he became a hot commodity from "ER", he was the girls' neighbor and friend. Mr. Clooney also starred on a little known sitcom called "E/R"!
Difficulty: Very Easy.
From Quiz: Characters Portrayed By Famous People
Some incorrect choices:
Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon
22. What is Natalie's grandmother's name?
Answer: Grandma Mona
Interesting Information:The episode, "From Russia With Love" brought changed plans for Natalie. Natalie was hoping for a little romantic weekend and ended up with her Jewish grandmother coming for a visit, spoiling any hopes of romance for Natalie. The two agree at the end of the episode to treat each other with a little respect, of course, the two hug with Grandma agreeing to treat Natalie as an adult and Natalie agreeing to not think that Grandma is too old!
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: The Facts of the "Facts of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
Grandma Moses, Mimi, Nana
23. What actress played Edna Garrett on the series?
Answer: Charlotte Rae
Interesting Information:Charlotte Rae played Edna Garrett on the series from 1979-1986.
Difficulty: Easy.
From Quiz: "The Facts of Life" - Fun Facts
Some incorrect choices:
Charlotte Ray, Cloris Leachman, Molly Ringwald
24. Whose boyfriend was one of the strippers and what was his name?
Answer: Blair/Cliff
Interesting Information:He was Dr. Love and when his mask came off, Blair ran out. He was dancing to pay his way through medical school.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
Natalie/Snake, Tootie/Jeff, Jo/Eddie
25. Who couldn't make it?
Answer: Jo
Interesting Information:She was stuck in L.A.
Difficulty: Easy.
From Quiz: 'The Facts of Life Reunion'
Some incorrect choices:
Blair, Natalie, Tootie
26. What occurred to make Blair fall for with Mr. Bradley?
Answer: Flood
Interesting Information:When they returned to Eastland, Blair insisted on calling the headmaster 'Steve'.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: 'Facts of Life' - New and Old
Some incorrect choices:
Fire, Snow storm, Car accident
27. What type of car did Mrs. Garrett drive?
Answer: Volkswagon Beetle
Interesting Information:Mrs. Garrett, the housemother in the classic TV series Facts of Life, drove a Volkswagen Beetle. The Beetle, also known as the Bug, was a popular car in the 1970s and 1980s due to its affordability and unique design. It was produced by the German automaker Volkswagen from 1938 until 2003. The Beetle's distinctive shape and cultural impact have made it an icon of the 20th century, and it remains a beloved classic car today.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life'
Some incorrect choices:
Chevette, Mercedes, Pick-up truck
28. In season one, who went on a crash diet the same time Mrs. Garrett did?
Answer: Sue Ann
Interesting Information:This was in the season one episode "Dieting". Sue Ann Weaver was played by Julie Piekarski for 17 episodes.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
Blair, Tootie, Molly
30. Who gets mad when Tootie sings Celebration?
Answer: Natalie
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life' For All
Some incorrect choices:
Mrs. Garret, Jo, Blair
33. Who was the lady who took care of the girls and was in charge of the dorm?
Answer: Mrs. Garrett
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
Mrs. Levy, Mrs. Smithdale, Mrs. Garlit
34. Who did Mr. Garrett (Mrs. Garrett's ex-husband) teach to play poker?
Answer: Tootie
Interesting Information:'The Return of Mr. Garrett'
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: 'The Facts Of Life'
Some incorrect choices:
Natalie, Blair, Cindy
35. Who adopted Andy?
Answer: Beverly Ann
Interesting Information:The foster family couldn't keep Andy anymore, so Beverly Ann adopted him.
Difficulty: Easy.
From Quiz: 'Facts Of Life' Characters
Some incorrect choices:
Jo, Blair, Tootie
36. Who came from being a housemaid for the Drumonds to being a school dietitian at Eastland?
Answer: Edna Garrett
Interesting Information:Edna came from the show "Diff'rent Strokes" to be on "The Facts of Life". She eventually left and her sister came in to be the girls' housemother.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: "The Facts of Life" One Good TV Show!
Some incorrect choices:
Edna Baker, Elouise Baker, Emily Garrett
37. In the episode "Legacy," what did Blair find out about her grandfather that made her so upset?
Answer: He was a member of the KKK
Interesting Information:In this episode the library was supposed to be named after her grandfather but she had them change it to the Eastland Library.
Difficulty: Average.
From Quiz: Season Three of "The Facts Of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
He wasn't always rich, He wasn't her real grandfather, He died and no one told her
38. In the last two episodes, there were two child actors that have become pretty well-known movie actors. One of those actors played a student by the name of Adam. Who was he?
Answer: Seth Green
Interesting Information:Seth was on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and also was in the "Austin Powers" movies and 2004's "Without A Paddle". Mackenzie Astin, younger brother of Sean Astin of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, was a regular on "Facts". He was Andy Moffatt, the kid who was eventually adopted by Beverly Ann.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Characters Portrayed By Famous People
Some incorrect choices:
Elijah Wood, Daniel Radcliffe, Mackenzie Astin
39. Not only was Mrs. Garrett a supervisor for the girls, but she also had a job with the school. What was her profession?
Answer: In house dietician managing the school cafeteria
Interesting Information:Mrs. Garrett or as some call her, Mrs. G, started off as a housekeeper for Mr. Drummond and his family in "Diff'rent Strokes" and then took a job as a live in supervisor for the girls at Eastland Academy. Every week she gives the girls a bit of advice and helps them mature into young ladies over the years and of course, the hugs are every week, along with the advice.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: The Facts of the "Facts of Life"
Some incorrect choices:
History teacher, Home Economics teacher, Janitor
40. What song did all the girls sing at the end of the episode when they went cruising?
Answer: You've Lost That Lovin Feeling
Interesting Information:It came on the radio and Jo started singing first.
Difficulty: Hard.
From Quiz: Facts Of Life
Some incorrect choices:
We Are Family, Girls Just Want To Have Fun, Dancing Queen
Please remember to credit FunTrivia.com, add links on your website or newsletters, or otherwise spread the word about our website. Thank you very much, and we hope these questions have been useful!
|