How Well You Remember A Bit Of Fry And Laurie?

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1/10 Questions

Why was Fry trying to hide his sexuality while in college?
- Because he was gay
- Because he was a womanizer
- Because he was a virgin
- Because he knew Laurie would not accept him for what he was

About This Quiz

A Bit Of Fry And Laurie is a British sketch comedy television series written by and starring former Cambridge Footlight members Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie, broadcast on both BBC1 and BBC2 between 1989 and 1995. How well do you know about it?

How Well You Remember A Bit Of Fry And Laurie? - Quiz

2.

Which University was Fry and Laurie admitted?
- Harvard University
- Standford University
- University of Cambridge
- Ohio Univeristy
Correct Answer

A. University of Cambridge

Explanation

Fry and Laurie were admitted to the University of Cambridge.

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3.

Through whom did Fry and Laurie become friends?
- Doris Trufsis
- Elizabeth Wilde
- Emma Thompson
- Doreen Huge
Correct Answer

A. Emma Thompson

Explanation

Fry and Laurie became friends through Emma Thompson.

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4.

What was the nature of the program, "A Bit of Fry and Laurie"?
- Sketch show cast
- Talk show
- Film
- Stage comedy
Correct Answer

A. Sketch show cast

Explanation

"A Bit of Fry and Laurie" was a sketch show cast. This means that the program consisted of various comedic sketches performed by the cast members, Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie. Unlike a talk show where guests are interviewed or a film that tells a story, this program focused on presenting a series of humorous skits and scenarios.

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5.

Who was the non appearing character in various sketches?
- Mr. Hood
- Mr. Dillard
- Dr. Who
- Mr. Fiddle
Correct Answer

A. Mr. Dillard

Explanation

Mr. Dillard was the non appearing character in various sketches. This can be inferred from the fact that the other three options, Mr. Hood, Dr. Who, and Mr. Fiddle, are mentioned as appearing characters in the sketches.

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6.

Which network broadcasted the first three series?
- CBS
- BBC1
- FOX
- BBC2
Correct Answer

A. BBC2

Explanation

BBC2 is the correct answer because it is the network that broadcasted the first three series. CBS, BBC1, and FOX are not the correct answers as they did not broadcast the first three series.

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7.

What other name was commonly known for the series , "Bit of Fry and Laurie"?
- Boggle
- Boffle
- Buggy
- Boffly
Correct Answer

A. Boffle

Explanation

The correct answer is Boffle. "Bit of Fry and Laurie" was commonly known by the name Boffle.

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8.

How many episodes constituted the Fry and Laurie series?
- 24
- 25
- 26
- 27
Correct Answer

A. 26

Explanation

The correct answer is 26. This means that there were a total of 26 episodes in the Fry and Laurie series.

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9.

In which year did Fry and Laurie meet and became friends?
- 1980
- 1981
- 1982
- 1983
Correct Answer

A. 1980

Explanation

Fry and Laurie met and became friends in 1980.

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10.

What phrase was usually used by Fry and Laurie to refer to themselves?
- Ma Colleague
- M'Colleague
- Ma colleague
- M'colleague
Correct Answer

A. M'colleague

Explanation

Fry and Laurie usually referred to themselves as "M'colleague." This phrase is a play on the formal term "my colleague," with the contraction "M'" added for a humorous effect. It is a signature catchphrase used by the comedy duo to address each other in their sketches and shows.

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