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Quiz about Growing Up With Television Shows
Quiz about Growing Up With Television Shows

Growing Up With Television Shows Quiz


In this quiz, I will ask you to identify the titles of television shows with the word or letters "up" somewhere in the title. For example, "group" would suffice as the letters "up" are embedded in the word.

A multiple-choice quiz by christopherm. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
christopherm
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
354,952
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
4260
Awards
Top 5% quiz!
Last 3 plays: Guest 107 (10/10), Guest 100 (9/10), Guest 66 (10/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. This is a British situation comedy revolving around the desperate attempts of Hyacinth Bucket to not only keep up with the Joneses, but to surpass them on the social hierarchy. What is the name of this show? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This series appeared on television from 1952 to 1958. The main character's alias is Clark Kent and he is not fond of Kryptonite. What is the name of this show? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Many children enjoyed a midday meal with this popular show from the 1950s. Each show ended with a pie in the face for the host. What is the name of this show? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This show was created by Jim Henson and has spawned a number of spin-offs and sequels. It is hosted by Kermit the Frog. Which program is this? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. This relatively obscure and short-lived program aired in the U.S. in 2004-2005. It starred Jason Alexander from "Seinfeld." Adjust the volume and choose the correct title. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This children's animation series was broadcast in 2005. It centered around the adventures of Superman's canine companion. Which show is it? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This show premiered in 1970. It was based on Neil Simon's play of the same name. What is the name of this show? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This children's cartoon is one of numerous spin-offs from "Scooby-Doo." The viewers are treated to a younger version of the main character. What is the title of this show? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This popular program depicts the adventures of the two Winchester brothers as they attempt to rid the world of a strange assortment of monsters, ghosts, demons and more. Think naturally to arrive at the correct title. Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. This program had a very brief life span. It was a tournament style format of the enormously popular trivia and knowledge game show. What is the name of this short-lived program? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This is a British situation comedy revolving around the desperate attempts of Hyacinth Bucket to not only keep up with the Joneses, but to surpass them on the social hierarchy. What is the name of this show?

Answer: "Keeping Up Appearances"

"Keeping Up Appearances" is a British comedy which appeared on BBC1 during 1990 through 1995. Hyacinth pretentiously pronounces her last name to rhyme with "bouquet."
2. This series appeared on television from 1952 to 1958. The main character's alias is Clark Kent and he is not fond of Kryptonite. What is the name of this show?

Answer: "Adventures of Superman"

Only one title fits the criteria. Hence, we have the "Adventures of Superman". George Reeves portrayed the character of Superman. The show opened with these familiar lines: "Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!"
3. Many children enjoyed a midday meal with this popular show from the 1950s. Each show ended with a pie in the face for the host. What is the name of this show?

Answer: "Lunch with Soupy Sales"

Soupy's birth name was Milton Supman. He was an extraordinarily talented actor and comedian. Soupy's show had a variety of puppets and regular characters. Soupy recounted his exploits and experiences in his autobiography, "Soupy Sez! My Life and Zany Times."
4. This show was created by Jim Henson and has spawned a number of spin-offs and sequels. It is hosted by Kermit the Frog. Which program is this?

Answer: "The Muppet Show"

Hosted by Kermit the Frog, "The Muppet Show" was a humorous variety show featuring puppets and human guests. Many of the puppeteers were veterans of "Sesame Street." The show continued for five years with 120 episodes.
5. This relatively obscure and short-lived program aired in the U.S. in 2004-2005. It starred Jason Alexander from "Seinfeld." Adjust the volume and choose the correct title.

Answer: "Listen Up"

Perhaps Jason Alexander is best known for his portrayal of George Costanza. However, it wasn't enough stardom to make this program work for more than one season.
6. This children's animation series was broadcast in 2005. It centered around the adventures of Superman's canine companion. Which show is it?

Answer: "Krypto the Superdog"

In the annals of television programming, there have been many creative, innovative and entertaining programs. This is not one of those programs. "Krypto the Superdog" was broadcast in 2005 and was canceled the next year.
7. This show premiered in 1970. It was based on Neil Simon's play of the same name. What is the name of this show?

Answer: "The Odd Couple"

Tony Randall and Jack Klugman portrayed the characters Felix Unger and Oscar Madison, respectively. The characters were antipodal personality types and the resulting humorous conflicts formed the main plot of this show.
8. This children's cartoon is one of numerous spin-offs from "Scooby-Doo." The viewers are treated to a younger version of the main character. What is the title of this show?

Answer: "A Pup Named Scooby-Doo"

This show began in 1988 and ran for three seasons. It falls into the comedy and mystery genre. It was created by Joe Ruby and Ken Spears.
9. This popular program depicts the adventures of the two Winchester brothers as they attempt to rid the world of a strange assortment of monsters, ghosts, demons and more. Think naturally to arrive at the correct title.

Answer: "Supernatural"

This award winning program was created by Eric Kripke and stars Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles as the formidable Winchester brothers. Most of the filming takes place in Vancouver, BC.
10. This program had a very brief life span. It was a tournament style format of the enormously popular trivia and knowledge game show. What is the name of this short-lived program?

Answer: "Super Jeopardy!"

This show based on "Jeopardy" was an invitational single-elimination tournament. Former champions were invited to participate. The level of competition was quite high, but the show did not endure.
Source: Author christopherm

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