What Do You Know About Groundskeeper Willie?

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What Do You Know About Groundskeeper Willie? - Quiz

Dr. William MacDougal is the Scottish Groundskeeper at Springfield Elementary School. He is a character in the popular series The Simpsons. Test your knowledge of this character by taking our quiz today.

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1.

Which part of Scotland is Groundskeeper Willie from?
- A.
  
  Glasgow
- B.
  
  Aberdeen
- C.
  
  Kirkwall
- D.
  
  Edinburgh
Correct Answer
C. Kirkwall

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie is from Kirkwall, which is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands in Scotland. The Orkney Islands are located to the north-east of mainland Scotland.

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2.

What was Groundskeeper Willie's first job in Springfield Elementary?
- A.
  
  Groundskeeper
- B.
  
  Janitor
- C.
  
  Teacher
- D.
  
  Coach
Correct Answer
C. Teacher

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie's first job in Springfield Elementary was as a teacher. This is evident from various episodes of The Simpsons where Willie is shown teaching different subjects such as French, math, and music. Despite his rough exterior and Scottish accent, Willie has a passion for education and often tries to inspire his students, although his teaching methods may be unconventional at times.

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3.

How old is Groundskeeper Willie?
- A.
  
  45 years
- B.
  
  66 years
- C.
  
  46 years
- D.
  
  65 years
Correct Answer
B. 66 years

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie's age is stated as 66 years.

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4.

How often does Groundskeeper Willie drink?
- A.
  
  Always
- B.
  
  Often
- C.
  
  Occasionally
- D.
  
  Never
Correct Answer
A. Always

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie always drinks. This implies that he drinks consistently and regularly, without exception.

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5.

Groundskeeper Willie once discovered an oil well by accident while he was attempting to bury the school...
- A.
  
  Mouse
- B.
  
  Hamster
- C.
  
  Girbil
- D.
  
  Guinea pig
Correct Answer
B. Hamster

Explanation
The correct answer is "Hamster" because out of the given options, a hamster is the only animal that is commonly kept as a pet and can be associated with being buried by accident. The other options such as mouse, gerbil, and guinea pig do not have a similar association with being buried or accidentally discovering an oil well.

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6.

How many times has Willie framed Bart Simpson?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
B. 2

Explanation
Willie has framed Bart Simpson twice.

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7.

What is the color of Groundskeeper Willie’s hair?
- A.
  
  Black
- B.
  
  White
- C.
  
  Blue
- D.
  
  Red
Correct Answer
D. Red

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie's hair is red.

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8.

What other job does Willie do in the school apart from being the groundskeeper? He is a...
- A.
  
  Security guard
- B.
  
  Teacher
- C.
  
  Janitor
- D.
  
  Coach
Correct Answer
C. Janitor

Explanation
Willie's other job in the school, apart from being the groundskeeper, is being a janitor. A janitor is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of the school premises. This role involves tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and emptying trash bins. Janitors play a crucial role in ensuring a clean and hygienic environment for students and staff members.

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9.

Willie gets angry quickly.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
- C.
  
  Maybe
- D.
  
  Depends on the situation
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This statement suggests that Willie has a tendency to become angry easily. It implies that his anger is triggered quickly and he may not have much control over his emotions in these situations. Therefore, the correct answer is "True."

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10.

Groundskeeper Willie’s surname is...
- A.
  
  McDonald
- B.
  
  MacDougal
- C.
  
  MacBride
- D.
  
  Macintosh
Correct Answer
B. MacDougal

Explanation
Groundskeeper Willie's surname is MacDougal. This can be inferred from his Scottish accent and the fact that "Mac" is a common prefix in Scottish surnames. MacDougal is a Scottish surname, indicating Willie's Scottish heritage.

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