1.
In this week’s magazine, Nancy
Franklin writes about the new crime show “Detroit 1-8-7.” What do the
numbers signify?
Correct Answer
B. The section of the California Penal Code that deals with murder
Explanation
The numbers "1-8-7" in the title of the show "Detroit 1-8-7" signify the section of the California Penal Code that deals with murder. This suggests that the show is likely focused on crime and murder investigations.
2.
For which show is the following the theme song?
Correct Answer
A. “Hawaii Five-O”
Explanation
The correct answer is "Hawaii Five-O". This is the theme song for the show "Hawaii Five-O".
3.
In the Playbill for “Lombardi,” the new Broadway play that Michael
Schulman wrote about last week, what per cent of the actors list “Law &
Order” as one of their credits?
Correct Answer
B. Fifty
Explanation
The answer is "Fifty" because it is the percentage of actors in the Playbill for "Lombardi" who list "Law & Order" as one of their credits.
4.
Put the following laws in order based on when they were
first passed:
A) The Immigration Reform and Control Act B) The Americans with Disabilities Act
C) The Economic Recovery Tax Act
D) The North American Free Trade Agreement
Correct Answer
C. C; A; B; D
Explanation
The Economic Recovery Tax Act was passed first, followed by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, then the Americans with Disabilities Act, and finally the North American Free Trade Agreement.
5.
Perry Mason, the title character of the popular TV series
based on the detective novels by Erle Stanley Gardner, got his name from…
Correct Answer
C. The company that published a magazine Gardner liked as a child
Explanation
Perry Mason got his name from the company that published a magazine Gardner liked as a child. This suggests that Gardner was influenced by the magazine and decided to name his character after it.
6.
This car is associated with
which show?
Correct Answer
B. “Nash Bridges”
Explanation
The correct answer is "Nash Bridges". This car is associated with the show "Nash Bridges".
7.
Which order of shows corresponds with these catchphrases or
taglines: "Just the facts, ma'am"; "Book 'em, Danno!"; One
White, One Black, One Blonde; Not your regular hero
Correct Answer
C. “Dragnet”; “Hawaii Five-O”; “Mod Squad”; “The Rockford Files”
Explanation
The catchphrase "Just the facts, ma'am" is associated with the show "Dragnet." The catchphrase "Book 'em, Danno!" is associated with the show "Hawaii Five-O." The catchphrase "One White, One Black, One Blonde" is associated with the show "Mod Squad." The catchphrase "Not your regular hero" is associated with the show "The Rockford Files." Therefore, the correct order of shows corresponding to the catchphrases is "Dragnet"; "Hawaii Five-O"; "Mod Squad"; "The Rockford Files."
8.
What was Gerald Lloyd (Kookie) Kookson III, from “77 Sunset
Strip,” known for doing?
Correct Answer
D. Combing his hair
Explanation
Gerald Lloyd (Kookie) Kookson III, from "77 Sunset Strip," was known for combing his hair. This suggests that he was very particular about his appearance and took great care in grooming himself. It implies that he may have been a character who was concerned with his image and wanted to always look his best.
9.
For which show is the following the theme song?
Correct Answer
C. “Dragnet”
Explanation
The correct answer is "Dragnet." The theme song mentioned in the question is associated with the show "Dragnet."
10.
“The Untouchables,” a series about the Chicago
crime-fighters who went after Al Capone, was later turned into a movie directed
by whom?
Correct Answer
C. Brian De Palma
Explanation
Brian De Palma is the correct answer because he directed the movie adaptation of "The Untouchables." The question is asking about the director of the movie, and De Palma is the one who helmed the project.
11.
The structure of shows like “Colombo,” which reverse the
standard “whodunit” approach by telling the audience off the bat who the
perpetrator is, has been called what?
Correct Answer
C. Howcatchem
Explanation
The correct answer is "Howcatchem." This term is used to describe the structure of shows like "Colombo" where the audience knows who the perpetrator is from the beginning, and the focus is on how the detective catches them.
12.
What is Colombo’s first name?
Correct Answer
D. He never reveals it
Explanation
The correct answer is "He never reveals it." This means that Colombo's first name is never disclosed or mentioned in the show or any other source. It adds to the mystery and intrigue surrounding the character.
13.
Which actor’s career got a jump-start from “21 Jump Street”?
Correct Answer
A. Johnny Depp
Explanation
Johnny Depp's career got a jump-start from "21 Jump Street".
14.
For which show is the following the theme song?
Correct Answer
B. “Peter Gunn”
Explanation
The theme song mentioned, "Peter Gunn," is associated with the show of the same name. This show is known for its iconic theme song composed by Henry Mancini. The song is a jazzy and catchy tune that perfectly captures the cool and mysterious atmosphere of the show. "Peter Gunn" is a detective drama series that aired in the late 1950s and early 1960s, and the theme song has since become one of the most recognizable and beloved TV theme songs of all time.
15.
Before Pierce Brosnan was James Bond, he was Remington
Steele. What else might Remington refer to? (check all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
B. Steel guitars
C. Shotguns
D. Power tools
Explanation
Remington is a brand known for producing steel guitars, shotguns, and power tools. Pierce Brosnan, before becoming James Bond, played the character Remington Steele in a TV show.
16.
When “Charlie’s Angels” reached No. 1 in the ratings, what
did Farrah Fawcett credit?
Correct Answer
D. The fact that none of them wore bras
Explanation
When the show reached No. 3, she credited the acting.