How Well You Remember A Bit Of Fry And Laurie?

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1. Why was Fry trying to hide his sexuality while in college?

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Fry was trying to hide his sexuality while in college because he was gay. He likely felt the need to conceal his true identity due to societal stigma, fear of discrimination, or the potential rejection from his peers, including Laurie. This suggests that he was not comfortable being open about his sexual orientation during that time.

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How Well You Remember A Bit Of Fry And Laurie? - 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.... see moreHow well do you know about it? see less

2. Which University was Fry and Laurie admitted?

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Fry and Laurie were admitted to the University of Cambridge.

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3. Through whom did Fry and Laurie become friends?

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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"?

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"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?

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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?

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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. How many episodes constituted the Fry and Laurie series?

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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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8. What other name was commonly known for the series , "Bit of Fry and Laurie"?

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

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9. In which year did Fry and Laurie meet and became friends?

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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?

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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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Why was Fry trying to hide his sexuality while in college?
Which University was Fry and Laurie admitted?
Through whom did Fry and Laurie become friends?
What was the nature of the program, "A Bit of Fry and...
Who was the non appearing character in various sketches?
Which network broadcasted the first three series?
How many episodes constituted the Fry and Laurie series?
What other name was commonly known for the series , "Bit of Fry...
In which year did Fry and Laurie meet and became friends?
What phrase was usually used by Fry and Laurie to refer to themselves?
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