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Quiz about The Thin Blue line
Quiz about The Thin Blue line

The Thin Blue line Trivia Quiz


Questions from the British TV show set in the fictional town of Gasforth, and starring Rowan Atkinson.

A multiple-choice quiz by awkins. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
awkins
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
272,690
Updated
Jul 23 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
550
Awards
Top 20% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. Who played Inspector Derek Grim? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Serena Evans played which character? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In episode 1.2, Kevin wanted to date Maggie, who wanted to date Gary, who wanted to date Kevin. What was Gary's profession? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Ben Elton, the writer of the series, appeared in one episode. Which one? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Who appeared as Brigadier Blaster Stump in episode 1.6, 'Kids Today'? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. The actor who appeared as Dave in "The Full Monty" played which character? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Rowan Atkinson's character is whom? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. In episode 2.4, "Alternative Culture", who is caught up in a drug sweep after taking drugs off of their sister? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. How does Rowan Atkinson's character get into the bank in episode 1.4, "Rag Week"? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Who finally makes the rank of Superintendent? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Who played Inspector Derek Grim?

Answer: David Haig

Dreyfus played Constable Kevin Goody.
Roger Whittaker sang "Durham Town" and "The Last Goodbye," among other songs.
2. Serena Evans played which character?

Answer: Sgt. Patricia Dawkins

She is the long suffering live-in partner of Inspector Fowler.
3. In episode 1.2, Kevin wanted to date Maggie, who wanted to date Gary, who wanted to date Kevin. What was Gary's profession?

Answer: Fireman

The episode was "Fire and Terror".
4. Ben Elton, the writer of the series, appeared in one episode. Which one?

Answer: Yuletide Spirit

Episode 1.7. He was the homeless man at the police station.
5. Who appeared as Brigadier Blaster Stump in episode 1.6, 'Kids Today'?

Answer: Stephen Fry

Hugh Laurie, from "House MD," and Stephen Fry appeared with Atkinson in the "Blackadder" series.
Ken played Mike Fisher the publican at the Nag's Head in "Only Fools and Horses".
Hayes has appeared in many movies and shows, but may be best known as Gloria in "It Ain't Half Hot Mum".
6. The actor who appeared as Dave in "The Full Monty" played which character?

Answer: DC Gary Boyle

The actor is Mark Addy, who has since gone on to star in his own U.S. sit-com.
7. Rowan Atkinson's character is whom?

Answer: Raymond Fowler

Burnside was in 'The Bill' and was played by Christopher Ellison.
Jack Reagan is from 'The Sweeney' and was played by the late great John Thaw.
Bodie was from 'The Professionals' and was played by Lewis Collins.
8. In episode 2.4, "Alternative Culture", who is caught up in a drug sweep after taking drugs off of their sister?

Answer: WPC Maggie Habib

Maggie's sister Nazia, has come to stay for a few days. Unfortunately, while carrying out a drug sweep at a club, Maggie discovers her little sister is in possession. She takes the stash from Nazia, but is caught when a drug dog reacts.
9. How does Rowan Atkinson's character get into the bank in episode 1.4, "Rag Week"?

Answer: He is disguised as a pizza delivery man

He thinks it is another stupid student prank and goes in to give them a piece of his mind.
10. Who finally makes the rank of Superintendent?

Answer: Uncertain

It is left unresolved, however Rowan Atkinson doesn't go into the interview, and Grim goes in with the front of his trousers wet.
If you don't know why, you'll have to watch the episode.

Thanks in part to the IMDb for incidental dates.
Source: Author awkins

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