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Quiz about Mythbusters The Team Behind The Myths
Quiz about Mythbusters The Team Behind The Myths

"Mythbusters": The Team Behind The Myths Quiz


"Mythbusters" is a entertaining and informative show that serves to either confirm or debunk urban legends from Hollywood to the "National Enquirer".

A multiple-choice quiz by darthdragon. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
darthdragon
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
274,607
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
2995
Awards
Top 5% quiz!
Last 3 plays: AgentAlkaline (9/10), Guest 75 (10/10), Guest 69 (7/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. This MythBuster known for his stoic manner, walrus-like mustache and ever present beret often acts as the real brain of the team. Before joining the show he competed on the BattleBot circuit and designed special effects for TV. Who is he? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This MythBuster is much more than just eye candy, although she has appeared in FHM. Her first taste of myth stardom came when she was asked to use her butt as a cast model for an experiment. Which female star is this?
Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Mythbusting is not all science and math and this MythBuster is an embodiment of its more playful side. He is often called upon (and occasionally volunteering) to test out stunts that a dummy just cant do, including licking a frozen flag pole. What dashing joker and amateur filmmaker am I talking about? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Mythbusters can come in all types as seen in this master or robotics. Another contestant on the BattleBot circuit he is the man to turn to when any sort of mechanical device is needed, from a automatic egg dropper to mechanical body parts. Who is this person that I ask of? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. This "Mistress of Metal" was an early part of the MythBusters team. She initially was the primary person in charge of welding, metal-craft and any projects involving building with metals. Who is she? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This man really adds the comic relief to the show. He is half of the main founding duo and his signature phrase is "I reject your reality and substitute my own!". Who is this MythBuster, who does not always think of safety before comedy? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Lt. Alan Normandy of the San Fransisco Police Department is a frequent guest on the show. He comes in to assist when the Mythbusters needs an expert in what police field?
Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Although not even slightly humanoid this robotic BattleBot creation has helped on a few occasions. It has been modified for a number of tasks on the show including detecting seismic vibrations and as an animal decoy. What is this robot's designation? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. When the Mythbusters are looking to make something go bang in the night they often call in Frank Doyle. His over 33 year experience with what agency gives him the credentials to be the Mythbuster explosives consultant. What agency did he spend his career with? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What is the name of the primary crash test dummy used in the majority of tests by the Mythbusters?

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Mar 05 2024 : AgentAlkaline: 9/10
Feb 28 2024 : Guest 75: 10/10
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This MythBuster known for his stoic manner, walrus-like mustache and ever present beret often acts as the real brain of the team. Before joining the show he competed on the BattleBot circuit and designed special effects for TV. Who is he?

Answer: Jamie Hyneman

His BattleBot was named Blendo and was at a time banned from competition for being too powerful. His most notable commercial design was a soda can firing soda dispenser for a series of 7-UP ads.
2. This MythBuster is much more than just eye candy, although she has appeared in FHM. Her first taste of myth stardom came when she was asked to use her butt as a cast model for an experiment. Which female star is this?

Answer: Kari Byron

Kari is an accomplished artist in the fields of sculpture and doll making. She became a series regular starting with the second season and has had a number of memorable episodes including being a victim of water torture, being stung by a jellyfish and screaming at plants.
3. Mythbusting is not all science and math and this MythBuster is an embodiment of its more playful side. He is often called upon (and occasionally volunteering) to test out stunts that a dummy just cant do, including licking a frozen flag pole. What dashing joker and amateur filmmaker am I talking about?

Answer: Tory Belleci

Before starting on the show he did model and special effects on movies including "Starship Troopers", the "Matrix" trilogy and "Van Helsing". Due to his passion for doing stunts he has been on the business end of a number of injuries and bruises.
4. Mythbusters can come in all types as seen in this master or robotics. Another contestant on the BattleBot circuit he is the man to turn to when any sort of mechanical device is needed, from a automatic egg dropper to mechanical body parts. Who is this person that I ask of?

Answer: Grant Imahara

Outside of Mythbusters he has done robotic work in movies most notably being an official Artoo Technician for the "Star Wars" films. One of his most notable episodes was one in which the crew attempted to find a cure for his seasickness. Most of the experiments failed leading to some very funny moments for everyone but Grant.
5. This "Mistress of Metal" was an early part of the MythBusters team. She initially was the primary person in charge of welding, metal-craft and any projects involving building with metals. Who is she?

Answer: Scottie Chapman

She left the show after the third season but did come back for an episode in the sixth season. She was featured in the exploding tattoo myth where she placed her arm inside a MRI scanner to test to see whether the MRI could rip the ink particles right out of her arm.
6. This man really adds the comic relief to the show. He is half of the main founding duo and his signature phrase is "I reject your reality and substitute my own!". Who is this MythBuster, who does not always think of safety before comedy?

Answer: Adam Savage

Savage got his start as a child actor appearing on "Sesame Street" and as stock-boy Jimmy in a Charmin commercial. Before he started "MythBusters" he was a model maker and special effects wizard in Hollywood.
7. Lt. Alan Normandy of the San Fransisco Police Department is a frequent guest on the show. He comes in to assist when the Mythbusters needs an expert in what police field?

Answer: firearms

He has both access to and training with a number of weapons. He has brought guns ranging from full automatic weapons to sniper rifle and provided the necessary safety and firing skills to assist the team.
8. Although not even slightly humanoid this robotic BattleBot creation has helped on a few occasions. It has been modified for a number of tasks on the show including detecting seismic vibrations and as an animal decoy. What is this robot's designation?

Answer: Deadblow

Deadblow was a middleweight and its weapon was the pneumatic hammer.
All three of the other robots won tournaments in the BattleBots league, with Son of Smashy and Hazard competing in the same division as Deadblow.
9. When the Mythbusters are looking to make something go bang in the night they often call in Frank Doyle. His over 33 year experience with what agency gives him the credentials to be the Mythbuster explosives consultant. What agency did he spend his career with?

Answer: FBI

During his time with the FBI he participated in investigations including the Patty Hearst kidnapping, the attempted assassination of Gerald Ford and the bombings at both the New York World Trade Center and the Oklahoma City Federal Building. He has appeared on a number of episodes helping them test everything from exploding outhouses to his most famous appearance which climaxed in the complete obliteration of a cement mixing truck.
10. What is the name of the primary crash test dummy used in the majority of tests by the Mythbusters?

Answer: Buster

Buster was first introduced in the first season when Jamie was reluctant to take part in a particular myth. Buster has been rebuilt and upgraded and number of times but keeps getting back up to be blown up again and again.
Buster has even been given an extended family of sorts consisting of Simulaids Randy, Jane, Susy and an unnamed son.
Source: Author darthdragon

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