TV Shows 2011 Trivia Question

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    Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady created what series about a group of nerdy misfits and their hot girl next door neighbor?

    • Two and a Half Men
    • Six Feet Under
    • Perfect Strangers
    • The Big Bang Theory
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This quiz titled 'TV Shows 2011 Trivia Question' assesses knowledge on popular TV shows from 2011, including 'Parks and Recreation', 'Homeland', and 'Breaking Bad'. It tests understanding of show settings, character insights, and series origins, catering to enthusiasts of early 2010s television.

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  • 2. 

    What serial thriller drama is about a chemistry teacher who turns to a life of crime after being diagnosed as having inoperable lung cancer?

    • The Substitute

    • Dangerous Minds

    • Breaking Bad

    • Community

    Correct Answer
    A. Breaking Bad
    Explanation
    Breaking Bad is a serial thriller drama about a chemistry teacher who, after being diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer, turns to a life of crime. The show follows the transformation of Walter White, the protagonist, as he becomes involved in the production and distribution of methamphetamine. The series explores themes of morality, identity, and the consequences of one's actions. Breaking Bad has received critical acclaim for its writing, acting, and character development, making it a popular and widely recognized television series.

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  • 3. 

    The title character "Wilfred", a dog, is seen as human by Ryan Newman, portrayed by whom?

    • Joseph Gordon-Levitt

    • Hayden Christensen

    • Chris Evans

    • Elijah Wood

    Correct Answer
    A. Elijah Wood
    Explanation
    In the TV show "Wilfred," the title character is seen as a human by Ryan Newman, who is portrayed by Elijah Wood.

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  • 4. 

    What TV show features a character named Spencer Shay?

    • ICarly

    • Beyond the Break

    • Gossip Girl

    • Big Time Rush

    Correct Answer
    A. ICarly
    Explanation
    The TV show that features a character named Spencer Shay is iCarly.

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  • 5. 

    What TV show features a character named Quinn Fabray?

    • Glee

    • Community

    • ICarly

    • Life Unexpected

    Correct Answer
    A. Glee
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Glee because the TV show Glee features a character named Quinn Fabray.

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  • 6. 

    What is the fictional town in Indiana which is the setting of "Parks and Recreation"?

    • Pawnee

    • Springfield

    • Quahog

    • Eternia

    Correct Answer
    A. Pawnee
    Explanation
    "Parks and Recreation" is a popular television show that is set in a fictional town in Indiana called Pawnee. The show revolves around the lives of the employees working in the Parks and Recreation Department of the town. The correct answer is Pawnee because it is the actual setting of the show and where the majority of the story takes place.

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  • 7. 

    In the pilot episode of "Raising Hope", what was the name of the girl that Jimmy Chance had an affair and a baby named Hope?

    • Hershey

    • Mindy

    • Lucy

    • Michelle

    Correct Answer
    A. Lucy
    Explanation
    In the pilot episode of "Raising Hope," Jimmy Chance had an affair with a girl named Lucy, and they had a baby named Hope.

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  • 8. 

    Who is the self-destructive executive in "Enlightened"?

    • Krista Jacobs

    • Helen Jellicoe

    • Amy Jellicoe

    • Levi Callow

    Correct Answer
    A. Amy Jellicoe
    Explanation
    Amy Jellicoe is the self-destructive executive in the TV show "Enlightened." Throughout the series, Amy is portrayed as a character who struggles with her personal and professional life, often making impulsive decisions that have negative consequences. Her self-destructive behavior is a central theme in the show, as she tries to navigate her way through a corporate environment that she finds morally corrupt. Amy's character arc revolves around her journey towards self-discovery and finding a sense of enlightenment.

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  • 9. 

    Mercedes Jones is a character on what TV show?

    • Community

    • Greek

    • Glee

    • Lincoln Heights

    Correct Answer
    A. Glee
    Explanation
    Mercedes Jones is a character on the TV show Glee.

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  • 10. 

    Which star of "Terminator Salvation" also appears in the sci-fi series, "Falling Skies"?

    • Jessy Schram

    • Moon Bloodgood

    • Seychelle Gabriel

    • Sarah Carter

    Correct Answer
    A. Moon Bloodgood
    Explanation
    Moon Bloodgood is the correct answer because she is the only actress in the given options who appeared in both "Terminator Salvation" and the sci-fi series "Falling Skies". Jessy Schram, Seychelle Gabriel, and Sarah Carter did not appear in "Terminator Salvation" or "Falling Skies".

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  • 11. 

    In season 1 of "Justified", the story arc focuses on the criminal activities of which family?

    • Addams family

    • Crowder family

    • Soprano family

    • Huxtable family

    Correct Answer
    A. Crowder family
    Explanation
    In season 1 of "Justified", the story arc revolves around the criminal activities of the Crowder family. This family plays a significant role in the show as they are involved in various illegal activities, including drug trafficking and organized crime. The protagonist, Deputy U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens, finds himself constantly at odds with the Crowder family, particularly Boyd Crowder, who becomes one of the main antagonists throughout the season. The focus on the Crowder family's criminal activities drives the narrative and conflict in the show's first season.

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  • 12. 

    In what Israeli series is "Homeland" based?

    • Jihad

    • Shiksa

    • Kadish

    • Hatufim

    Correct Answer
    A. Hatufim
    Explanation
    "Hatufim" is the correct answer because it is an Israeli series on which the American series "Homeland" is based. "Hatufim," also known as "Prisoners of War," tells the story of three Israeli soldiers who were held captive for 17 years and their struggle to reintegrate into society after their release. "Homeland" adapted the concept of prisoners of war returning home and expanded it into a larger story about terrorism and espionage.

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  • 13. 

    Which actress stars in a fictionalized version of herself in a sitcom set in Chicago?

    • Jorja Fox

    • Lisa Kudrow

    • Whitney Cummings

    • Mariska Hargitay

    Correct Answer
    A. Whitney Cummings
    Explanation
    Whitney Cummings stars in a fictionalized version of herself in a sitcom set in Chicago. This means that she plays a character that is based on her real-life self, but with fictionalized elements. The other options, Jorja Fox, Lisa Kudrow, and Mariska Hargitay, are not known for starring in a sitcom set in Chicago as a fictionalized version of themselves.

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  • 14. 

    What procedural drama series was a spin-off of another series, "Bones"?

    • The Finder

    • Criminal Minds

    • Person of Interest

    • Cold Case

    Correct Answer
    A. The Finder
    Explanation
    "The Finder" is the correct answer because it is a procedural drama series that is a spin-off of another series called "Bones". This means that "The Finder" shares some characters or storylines with "Bones" and is set in the same fictional universe.

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  • 15. 

    Baby Holly In Breaking Bad Was Named In Honor Of Which Person In Vince Gilligan's Life?

    • His Mother

    • His Grandmother

    • His Wife

    • His Girlfriend

    Correct Answer
    A. His Girlfriend
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "His Girlfriend." In the TV show Breaking Bad, the character Baby Holly was named in honor of Vince Gilligan's girlfriend. This suggests that the character holds some significance or special meaning to him personally.

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