Was Jay Leno Your Favorite Late Night Talk Show Host?

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Was Jay Leno Your Favorite Late Night Talk Show Host? - Quiz

Late night talk show host, Jay Leno, brought us laughs and many great conversations throughout his tenure on television. Take this quiz to see if your knowledge is right on for this late night funny man.

Questions and Answers

1.

Where was Jay Leno born?
- A.
  
  Pennsylvania
- B.
  
  New Jersey
- C.
  
  New York
- D.
  
  Maryland
Correct Answer
C. New York

Explanation
Jay Leno was born in New York.

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2.

When is Jay Leno's birthday?
- A.
  
  April 29, 1950
- B.
  
  April 28 , 1951
- C.
  
  April 29, 1951
- D.
  
  April 28, 1950
Correct Answer
D. April 28, 1950
3.

Jay Leno replaced what famous host on "The Tonight Show"?
- A.
  
  Johnny Carson
- B.
  
  Bob Hope
- C.
  
  David Letterman
- D.
  
  Ed Sullivan
Correct Answer
A. Johnny Carson

Explanation
Jay Leno replaced Johnny Carson as the host of "The Tonight Show". Carson was a legendary host who hosted the show for 30 years, from 1962 to 1992. Leno took over as the host in 1992 and continued until 2009, when he was replaced by Conan O'Brien. Leno's tenure on "The Tonight Show" was marked by his comedic style and popular segments such as "Headlines" and "Jaywalking". Carson's retirement and Leno's succession was a significant moment in late-night television history.

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4.

How many children do he and wife, Mavis, have?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  1
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  0
Correct Answer
D. 0

Explanation
The question asks about the number of children "he" and his wife, Mavis, have. The answer is 0 because it implies that they do not have any children.

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5.

Who is the current successor of "The Tonight Show"?
- A.
  
  Jimmy Fallon
- B.
  
  Jimmy Kimmel
- C.
  
  Conan O'Brien
- D.
  
  Seth Myers
Correct Answer
A. Jimmy Fallon

Explanation
Jimmy Fallon is the current successor of "The Tonight Show." He took over as the host of the show in 2014, following Jay Leno's retirement. Fallon is known for his comedic skills, celebrity interviews, and popular segments such as lip sync battles and classroom instruments. He has been well-received by audiences and has helped to maintain the show's popularity and success.

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6.

In what year did Jay Leno retire from "The Tonight Show"?
- A.
  
  2012
- B.
  
  2015
- C.
  
  2014
- D.
  
  2013
Correct Answer
C. 2014

Explanation
Jay Leno retired from "The Tonight Show" in 2014. This can be inferred from the fact that the given answer, 2014, is the only option provided and it is the correct answer.

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7.

What was Jay Leno's occupation before becoming a TV host?
- A.
  
  Actor
- B.
  
  Comedian
- C.
  
  Teacher
- D.
  
  TV producer
Correct Answer
B. Comedian

Explanation
Before becoming a TV host, Jay Leno's occupation was a comedian. This is evident from his successful career in stand-up comedy, which eventually led to him hosting "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" for many years. Leno's comedic talent and ability to entertain audiences through his humor made him a well-known and respected figure in the comedy industry.

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8.

In what year did Jay Leno take over "The Tonight Show"?
- A.
  
  1992
- B.
  
  1994
- C.
  
  1993
- D.
  
  1991
Correct Answer
A. 1992

Explanation
Jay Leno took over "The Tonight Show" in 1992.

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9.

What segment did Jay Leno use to do on "The Tonight Show"?
- A.
  
  The Jay Train
- B.
  
  Jay Walking
- C.
  
  Jay Street
- D.
  
  On the Road with Jay
Correct Answer
B. Jay Walking

Explanation
Jay Leno used to do a segment called "Jay Walking" on "The Tonight Show." This segment involved Jay Leno going out on the streets and asking random people questions about current events, history, and general knowledge. The segment was known for its humorous and sometimes surprising responses from the people interviewed.

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10.

What college did Jay Leno attend?
- A.
  
  Albright College
- B.
  
  Brooklyn College
- C.
  
  Emerson College
- D.
  
  Hiram College
Correct Answer
C. Emerson College

Explanation
Jay Leno attended Emerson College.

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