Andy Griffith Show Trivia

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What's the name of the fictional town where Andy Griffith lived and worked?
- Griffith City
- Mayberry
- Raleigh
- Greensboro

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Do you think you know The Andy Griffith Show? Here's your chance to test your knowledge and skills on this great American TV Series.

2.

What was Andy Griffith's everyday job on the show?
- Mayor
- Barber
- Sheriff
- Doctor
Correct Answer

A. Sheriff

Explanation

Andy Griffith's everyday job on the show was Sheriff. This can be inferred from the fact that he played the character of Sheriff Andy Taylor in the show "The Andy Griffith Show". As the sheriff, his character was responsible for maintaining law and order in the fictional town of Mayberry.

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3.

Who worked with Andy Griffith as his right-hand man?
- Barney
- Floyd
- Jr
- Otis
Correct Answer

A. Barney

Explanation

Barney is the correct answer because he is the character who worked with Andy Griffith as his right-hand man. Throughout "The Andy Griffith Show," Barney Fife, played by Don Knotts, served as Andy Griffith's loyal and bumbling deputy sheriff. Barney often provided comic relief and was known for his strict adherence to the law, despite his frequent mishaps and misunderstandings. His close partnership with Andy Griffith's character made him the clear choice for the right-hand man role.

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4.

How many kids did Andy Griffith have?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 5
Correct Answer

A. 1

Explanation

Andy Griffith had one child.

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5.

What was Andy Griffith's name on the show?
- John Walton
- Andy Griffith
- Andy Taylor
- Andy Anderson
Correct Answer

A. Andy Taylor

Explanation

Andy Griffith's name on the show was Andy Taylor.

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6.

Who was the town barber who cut' everyones hair?
- Otis
- Barney
- Andy
- Floyd
Correct Answer

A. Floyd

Explanation

Floyd is the correct answer because he is referred to as the town barber who cut everyone's hair.

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7.

Who was the name of the never seen waitress at the town diner that was mentioned on many episodes?
- Juanita
- Thelma Lou
- Ellie
- Hellen
Correct Answer

A. Juanita

Explanation

Juanita is the correct answer because she is mentioned on many episodes as the never seen waitress at the town diner. The other options, Thelma Lou, Ellie, and Hellen, are not mentioned in the question as potential names for the waitress.

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8.

What was Barney's girlfriend name for the majority of the episodes?
- Helen
- Juanita
- Thelma Lou
- Ellie
Correct Answer

A. Thelma Lou

Explanation

Barney's girlfriend for the majority of the episodes was Thelma Lou.

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9.

What type of vehicle did Andy and Barney share for their job?
- Ford Mustang
- Dodge Charger
- Chevrolet Impala
- Ford Galaxie
Correct Answer

A. Ford Galaxie

Explanation

Andy and Barney shared a Ford Galaxie for their job.

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10.

Who was the funny town Drunk who always turned himself in after getting wasted?
- Andy
- Otis
- Floyd
- Gomer
Correct Answer

A. Otis

Explanation

Otis is the correct answer because he was the funny town drunk who always turned himself in after getting wasted. This implies that Otis had a habit of getting drunk and then voluntarily surrendering himself to the authorities. This behavior suggests that he was a regular character in the town known for his drunken antics and his willingness to take responsibility for his actions.

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11.

Which character got his own spin off TV series from the Andy Griffith Show?
- Goober
- Barnie
- Gomer
- Otis
Correct Answer

A. Gomer

Explanation

Gomer is the correct answer because he got his own spin-off TV series called "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C." This show focused on Gomer's life as a Marine and aired from 1964 to 1969.

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12.

Who always used the phrase SHA-ZAM when they amazed about something?
- Gomer
- Andy
- Goober
- Otis
Correct Answer

A. Gomer

Explanation

Gomer always used the phrase SHA-ZAM when he was amazed about something.

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13.

How many full seasons did the Andy Griffith Show air?
- 5
- 6
- 8
- 9
Correct Answer

A. 8

Explanation

The correct answer is 8. The Andy Griffith Show aired for a total of 8 full seasons.

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14.

What year did the first season air?
- 1959
- 1960
- 1961
- 1963
Correct Answer

A. 1960

Explanation

The correct answer is 1960. This is the year in which the first season of the show aired.

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15.

What was the name of the hillbilly family that had only one daughter and four brothers?
- Taylor's
- Crump's
- Fife's
- Darling's
Correct Answer

A. Darling's

Explanation

The correct answer is Darling's because the question asks for the name of the hillbilly family that had only one daughter and four brothers. The name "Darling's" fits this description as it indicates a family with one daughter and four brothers.

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16.

What was Andy's son name?
- Obie
- Andy Jr
- Flip
- Boy
Correct Answer

A. Obie

Explanation

The correct answer is Obie. This can be inferred from the question that asks for Andy's son's name. Among the given options, Obie is the only name mentioned that could potentially be Andy's son's name.

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17.

What was Andy's Aunt name who lived with him?
- Aunt Sue
- Aunt Barbara
- Aunt Mary
- Aunt Bee
Correct Answer

A. Aunt Bee

Explanation

Andy's Aunt's name who lived with him was Aunt Bee.

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18.

Who was the crazy hillbilly character with the famous quote of, "It's me, It's me"......?
- Ernest T Bass
- Barnie Fife
- Floyd Lawson
- Goober Plye
Correct Answer

A. Ernest T Bass

Explanation

Ernest T Bass is the correct answer because he is the crazy hillbilly character known for his famous quote, "It's me, It's me." This quote became iconic and synonymous with his character throughout the show.

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19.

What was Andy's girlfriend name for most of the shows history?
- Ellie
- Helen
- Thelma Lou
- Juanita
Correct Answer

A. Helen

Explanation

Andy's girlfriend's name for most of the show's history was Helen.

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Andy Griffith Show Trivia

What's the name of the fictional town where Andy Griffith lived and worked?

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What was Andy Griffith's everyday job on the show?

Who worked with Andy Griffith as his right-hand man?

How many kids did Andy Griffith have?

What was Andy Griffith's name on the show?

Who was the town barber who cut' everyones hair?

Who was the name of the never seen waitress at the town diner that was mentioned on many episodes?

What was Barney's girlfriend name for the majority of the episodes?

What type of vehicle did Andy and Barney share for their job?

Who was the funny town Drunk who always turned himself in after getting wasted?

Which character got his own spin off TV series from the Andy Griffith Show?

Who always used the phrase SHA-ZAM when they amazed about something?

How many full seasons did the Andy Griffith Show air?

What year did the first season air?

What was the name of the hillbilly family that had only one daughter and four brothers?

What was Andy's son name?

What was Andy's Aunt name who lived with him?

Who was the crazy hillbilly character with the famous quote of, "It's me, It's me"......?

What was Andy's girlfriend name for most of the shows history?