Quiz about Everything But the Parrot Sketch

Everything But the "Parrot Sketch" Quiz

This quiz is all about Monty Python and may include anything except for the "Parrot Sketch". Simply select the correct answer from the choices.

A multiple-choice quiz by KevBowler300. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
KevBowler300

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
199,870

Updated
Dec 03 21

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1. This person is the youngest Python, often played enthusiastic parts, and has gone on to make several television programs on travel. Who is he? Hint

Michael Palin

Graham Chapman

Eric Idle

John Cleese

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2. Only one of the six members of Monty Python was an American, which one was it? Hint

John Cleese

Terry Gilliam

Terry Jones

Eric Idle

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3. He was the doctor of the group and was the only member who died in the 20th century. Who is he? Hint

Terry Gilliam

Graham Chapman

Terry Jones

Michael Palin

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4. This Python wrote on his own and was dubbed, "Master of the One Liner". He also went on to co-create a pop band. Which member of Monty Python does this describe? Hint

John Cleese

Michael Palin

Eric Idle

Graham Chapman

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5. This Python wrote with Graham Chapman, claimed Michael Palin was his favorite to work with, and has gone on to be one of the most famous of the Python alums. Who is this? Hint

Eric Idle

Terry Gilliam

Terry Jones

John Cleese

6. This Python is known for playing female roles and took the role of director for films when it was felt someone needed to lead. He is also quite possibly the most intelligent of the Pythons. Which member is it? Hint

Graham Chapman

Michael Palin

Terry Gilliam

Terry Jones

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7. The Pythons dressed up as women a lot. However, occasionally there was an actual female in sketches. She was sometimes referred to as the Seventh Python. Who is she? Hint

Carol Houston

Suzie Cleveland

Carol Cleveland

Suzie Houston

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8. In the early 1970s, Monty Python did 2 TV episodes for what country? Hint

Germany

France

Spain

USSR

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9. In what country did the name of the show translate to "The Gay Boys Dragon Show"? Hint

Finland

China

Japan

USSR

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10. Which of these was NOT a title considered for "Monty Python's Flying Circus"? Hint

Gwen Dibley's Flying Circus

Owl Stretching Time

Tomorrow in Yesterday's News

Bunn, Wackett, Buzzard, Stubble and Boot

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. This person is the youngest Python, often played enthusiastic parts, and has gone on to make several television programs on travel. Who is he?

Answer: Michael Palin

Michael is just weeks younger than Eric Idle. He has gone on to star in films such as "A Fish Called Wanda".

2. Only one of the six members of Monty Python was an American, which one was it?

Answer: Terry Gilliam

Terry did the animations and appeared in sketches when no one else wanted to take part.

3. He was the doctor of the group and was the only member who died in the 20th century. Who is he?

Answer: Graham Chapman

Graham had a problem with alcohol. He passed away on October 4, 1989 of throat cancer that had traveled to his spine.

4. This Python wrote on his own and was dubbed, "Master of the One Liner". He also went on to co-create a pop band. Which member of Monty Python does this describe?

Answer: Eric Idle

Eric wrote most of the songs, by the Pythons including, "The Philosopher's Song" and "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life". He co-founded The Rutles which was a parody of The Beatles.

5. This Python wrote with Graham Chapman, claimed Michael Palin was his favorite to work with, and has gone on to be one of the most famous of the Python alums. Who is this?

Answer: John Cleese

John was in memorable sketches such as "The Parrot Sketch" and "Ministry of Silly Walks". His family surname was originally Cheese but his father changed it to Cleese when he joined the army in 1915. John has appeared in such film frachises as "Harry Potter" and "James Bond".

Answer: Terry Jones

Terry often played females with the screeching voice and also was the "Spam Lady". He has written many political articles and can speak intelligently on very diverse topics.

7. The Pythons dressed up as women a lot. However, occasionally there was an actual female in sketches. She was sometimes referred to as the Seventh Python. Who is she?

Answer: Carol Cleveland

Carol was refered to by the other Pythons as Carol Cleavage as she often played "Blonde Bimbo" parts. She was originally hired for only the first five episodes, but went on to appear in nearly every episode.

8. In the early 1970s, Monty Python did 2 TV episodes for what country?

Answer: Germany

In Germany, the name of the group was Monty Python's Fliegender Zirkus. One episode was in German and the other was dubbed in English.

9. In what country did the name of the show translate to "The Gay Boys Dragon Show"?

Answer: Japan

The recent re-release of "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" on DVD includes two scenes dubbed in Japanese.

10. Which of these was NOT a title considered for "Monty Python's Flying Circus"?

Answer: Tomorrow in Yesterday's News

The Pythons considered naming the show "Gwen Dibley's Flying Circus" to give the show to someone without them knowing they had a show named after them.

Source: Author KevBowler300

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