Are You A Real TV Buff?

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  • 2. 

    "Well we're movin on up, To the east side. To a deluxe apartment in the sky. Movin on up To the east side. We finally got a piece of the pie..."The theme song from...?

    • "Porridge", a story full of irony about a prison inmate doing five years behind bars for breaking and entering.

    • "The Jeffersons", a family who move into a luxury apartment building.

    • "The Cosby Show", about a happy African-American family with children of all ages.

    Correct Answer
    A. "The Jeffersons", a family who move into a luxury apartment building.
    Explanation
    The given theme song lyrics, "Well we're movin on up, To the east side. To a deluxe apartment in the sky. Movin on up To the east side. We finally got a piece of the pie..." are from "The Jeffersons", a sitcom about a family who move into a luxury apartment building. The lyrics describe their upward social mobility and their excitement about their new living situation. This aligns with the premise of the show, making "The Jeffersons" the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    Serial killer Dexter Morgan works as...

    • A blood spatter analyst.

    • A mind reader for the Miami police department.

    • He kills criminals who he believes have escaped justice. He does not have a real job.

    Correct Answer
    A. A blood spatter analyst.
    Explanation
    Dexter Morgan works as a blood spatter analyst. This means that he analyzes blood patterns at crime scenes to help the police department in their investigations. This job allows him to have access to crime scenes and gather information about the criminals he later kills.

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  • 4. 

    A piece of cake for SF fans..."Beam me up, Scotty!". Where to?

    • Moon Base Alpha

    • U.S.S. Enterprise

    • Babylon 5

    Correct Answer
    A. U.S.S. Enterprise
    Explanation
    This question is referencing the famous catchphrase from the television series Star Trek, where characters would say "Beam me up, Scotty!" to be transported back to their spaceship, the U.S.S. Enterprise. Therefore, the correct answer is U.S.S. Enterprise, as it is the spaceship associated with the phrase.

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  • 5. 

    "Bewitched", a TV show about a blonde witch married to an ordinary man, was originally broadcast in black & white.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    "Bewitched" is a TV show that aired in black & white originally. This means that when the show was first broadcasted, it was only available in black and white format. The show revolves around a blonde witch who is married to an ordinary man. The fact that it was originally broadcasted in black & white adds to the historical context and the time period in which the show was produced.

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  • 6. 

    Summers is the last name of...

    • A cute-as-hell vampire ass-kicker at Sunnydale High, Buffy the Vampire Slayer

    • Three beautiful witch sisters in "Charmed".

    • C.J., a gorgeous lifeguard in "Baywatch", played by Pamela Anderson.

    Correct Answer
    A. A cute-as-hell vampire ass-kicker at Sunnydale High, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    Explanation
    The given correct answer suggests that the last name "Summers" is associated with a character from the TV show "Buffy the Vampire Slayer". This character is described as a cute-as-hell vampire ass-kicker who attends Sunnydale High. This implies that the character named Buffy, who is known for her vampire fighting skills, has the last name Summers.

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  • 7. 

    Who is the weird woman talking to Sgt. Haley?XXX: "My name is XXX, and I want you to find my little girl Wednesday."Sgt. Haley: "Look, I'll find her Tuesday, if I can, but don't give me no deadlines, will you please?"XXX: "Wednesday is her name."Sgt. Haley: "Oh, and I suppose you're gonna tell me her middle name is Thursday, huh?"XXX: "Friday."

    • Sybil Fawlty in "Fawlty Towers"

    • Phoebe Buffay in "Friends"

    • Morticia Addams in "The Addams Family"

    Correct Answer
    A. Morticia Addams in "The Addams Family"
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Morticia Addams in "The Addams Family" because the conversation mentions the name Wednesday, which is a reference to Morticia's daughter in "The Addams Family". Additionally, the sarcastic remark about her middle name being Thursday and the response of Friday align with the dark and humorous nature of the Addams family.

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  • 8. 

    Just one more thing... Mrs. Kate Columbo, wife of the famous lieutenant, had a show of her own. Right?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Mrs. Kate Columbo, wife of the famous lieutenant, did indeed have her own show. This implies that the statement "Mrs. Kate Columbo, wife of the famous lieutenant, had a show of her own" is true.

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    Who is speaking?"Indeed – it could be argued that the Sermon on the Mount, had it been a government report, would almost certainly not have been published. A most irresponsible document. All that stuff about the meek inheriting the Earth could do irreparable damage to the defence budget."

    • Ally McBeal, a young lawyer working in the fictional Boston law firm Cage & Fish

    • Allen Mackenzie, first woman American president in "Commander in Chief"

    • Sir Humphrey in the British comedy "Yes, Minister!"

    Correct Answer
    A. Sir Humphrey in the British comedy "Yes, Minister!"
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Sir Humphrey in the British comedy "Yes, Minister!" because the statement reflects the character's tendency to prioritize bureaucratic interests and dismiss unconventional ideas. Sir Humphrey's sarcastic remark about the Sermon on the Mount highlights his skepticism towards policies that may challenge established norms and potentially impact government spending. This aligns with his role as a senior civil servant who often manipulates situations to maintain the status quo and protect the interests of the government.

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  • 10. 

    "Be seeing you!"What number springs to mind? (if you are a real television buff!)

    • 4400 in "The 4400"

    • 90210 in "Beverly Hills 90210"

    • Number 6 in "The Prisoner"

    Correct Answer
    A. Number 6 in "The Prisoner"
    Explanation
    The phrase "Be seeing you!" is a famous catchphrase from the television show "The Prisoner." In the show, Number 6 is the main character who is held captive in a mysterious village. The phrase is often used as a farewell and is associated with the show. Therefore, when asked what number springs to mind, the correct answer would be Number 6 in "The Prisoner."

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