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  • 1. 

    Which entry won the prejudice contest against Belgians on "Monty Python"?

    • A.

      Miserable Fat Belgian Bastards

    • B.

      Let's Just Ignore Them

    • C.

      Funny Little Detectives

    • D.

      The Phlegms

    Correct Answer
    A. Miserable Fat Belgian Bastards
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Miserable Fat Belgian Bastards." In the context of the question, it is implied that there was a prejudice contest against Belgians on "Monty Python." Out of the given options, "Miserable Fat Belgian Bastards" is the entry that won this contest.

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  • 2. 

    How did the gladiator die in the coliseum in "Life of Brian" by Monty Python?

    • A.

      He Tripped Over A Banana

    • B.

      He Got Stabbed

    • C.

      He Got Clubbed To Death

    • D.

      He Had A Heart Attack

    Correct Answer
    D. He Had A Heart Attack
    Explanation
    In the movie "Life of Brian" by Monty Python, the gladiator died in the coliseum due to a heart attack. This means that his death was not caused by any external force or violence, but rather a sudden failure of his heart.

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  • 3. 

    Which is not a Monty Python song?

    • A.

      Woodcutter

    • B.

      Always Look On The Bright Side

    • C.

      Spam Spam Spam

    • D.

      Sit On My Face

    Correct Answer
    A. Woodcutter
    Explanation
    The song "Woodcutter" is not a Monty Python song. The other options, "Always Look On The Bright Side," "Spam Spam Spam," and "Sit On My Face," are all well-known songs from Monty Python.

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  • 4. 

    What did the squad of Romans find in the hideout in "Life of Brian" by Monty Python?

    • A.

      A Spoon

    • B.

      Judith

    • C.

      Loretta, Formerly Known As Stan

    • D.

      Reg, Leader Of The PFJ

    Correct Answer
    A. A Spoon
    Explanation
    In the movie "Life of Brian" by Monty Python, the squad of Romans found a spoon in the hideout. This suggests that the options provided are characters or individuals from the movie, and the correct answer is a simple object found in the hideout rather than a person.

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  • 5. 

    In the "Monty Python's Flying Circus" series, why did the blancmanges transform Britons into Scots?

    • A.

      They Enjoyed Scottish Music

    • B.

      They Liked Seeing Their Skirts

    • C.

      Scotsmen Were Their Lunch

    • D.

      They Wanted To Win Wimbledon

    Correct Answer
    D. They Wanted To Win Wimbledon
    Explanation
    The blancmanges transformed Britons into Scots because they wanted to win Wimbledon. This suggests that the blancmanges believed that Scots had a better chance of winning the tennis tournament, so they transformed the Britons into Scots in order to increase their chances of winning.

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  • 6. 

    In a "Monty Python" sketch about a couple and a bed, what happened for "mattress"?

    • A.

      Terry Gilliam Stopped Drawing

    • B.

      Graham Chapman Put A Bag On His Head

    • C.

      Eric Idle Multiplied By 10

    • D.

      John Cleese Did A Silly Walk

    Correct Answer
    B. Graham Chapman Put A Bag On His Head
    Explanation
    In the "Monty Python" sketch about a couple and a bed, Graham Chapman put a bag on his head. This suggests that Graham Chapman's character did something unexpected or unusual by covering his head with a bag. The act of putting a bag on his head adds a comedic element to the sketch and is likely to have caused laughter or surprise among the audience.

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  • 7. 

    Which one of the "Monty Python" crew was referred to as "The American One"?

    • A.

      Eric Idle

    • B.

      Terry Gilliam

    • C.

      Terry Jones

    • D.

      Graham Chapman

    Correct Answer
    B. Terry Gilliam
    Explanation
    Terry Gilliam was referred to as "The American One" because he was the only member of the Monty Python crew who was born in the United States. Gilliam, originally from Minnesota, brought a unique perspective to the group with his American background and went on to become known for his distinctive animation style and visual contributions to the comedy troupe.

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  • 8. 

    Where did the gentlemanly skyjacker want the "Monty Python" pilots to fly?

    • A.

      Bolton

    • B.

      The USSR

    • C.

      Luton

    • D.

      Cuba

    Correct Answer
    C. Luton
    Explanation
    The gentlemanly skyjacker wanted the "Monty Python" pilots to fly to Luton.

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  • 9. 

    What did Graham Chapman, John Cleese and Michael Palin intend to be?

    • A.

      Lawyer, Teacher, Novelist

    • B.

      Doctor, Lawyer, Journalist

    • C.

      Doctor, Teacher, Journalist

    • D.

      Doctor, Lawyer, Novelist

    Correct Answer
    B. Doctor, Lawyer, Journalist
    Explanation
    Graham Chapman, John Cleese, and Michael Palin intended to be doctors, lawyers, and journalists. This can be inferred from the given options where the correct answer is "Doctor, Lawyer, Journalist".

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  • 10. 

    What was the name of the Shrubber in "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"?

    • A.

      Robin

    • B.

      Roger

    • C.

      Tim

    • D.

      Vladimir

    Correct Answer
    B. Roger
    Explanation
    In "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," the name of the Shrubber character is Roger.

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  • 11. 

    What group did Brian join in Monty Python's "Life of Brian"?

    • A.

      Cheesemakers

    • B.

      Peoples Front Of Judea

    • C.

      Peoples Judean Front

    • D.

      People For The Ratification Of Oppression In Judea

    Correct Answer
    B. Peoples Front Of Judea
    Explanation
    In Monty Python's "Life of Brian," Brian joins the Peoples Front Of Judea. This is the correct answer because the film satirizes political and religious groups in ancient Judea, and the Peoples Front Of Judea is one of the factions depicted. The group is portrayed as a bumbling and disorganized revolutionary organization, often at odds with other similar groups, such as the Judean Peoples Front and the Judean Popular Peoples Front. The film uses humor to highlight the absurdity of factionalism and the ineffectiveness of political movements.

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  • 12. 

    In "Monty Python's Flying Circus", what was the animal that exploded on top of the TV?

    • A.

      Aardvark

    • B.

      Badger

    • C.

      Penguin

    • D.

      Llama

    Correct Answer
    C. Penguin
    Explanation
    In "Monty Python's Flying Circus," there is a famous sketch where a penguin explodes on top of a TV. This sketch is known as the "Penguin on the TV" sketch and has become one of the most iconic moments in the show's history. The explosion of the penguin adds to the absurd and surreal humor that Monty Python is known for. Therefore, the correct answer is Penguin.

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  • 13. 

    On "Monty Python", which of these was not a Ron Obvious stunt?

    • A.

      Tunneling To Java

    • B.

      Running To Jupiter

    • C.

      Eating Chichester Cathedral

    • D.

      Jumping The English Channel

    Correct Answer
    B. Running To Jupiter
    Explanation
    In the comedy sketch show "Monty Python," Ron Obvious was known for his outrageous and dangerous stunts. However, "Running To Jupiter" was not one of his stunts. The other options, "Tunneling To Java," "Eating Chichester Cathedral," and "Jumping The English Channel," are all examples of the kind of absurd and impossible stunts that Ron Obvious would attempt.

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  • 14. 

    In the Germany-Greece Philosophy match on "Monty Python", who tended goal?

    • A.

      Kant And Empedocles

    • B.

      Epictetus And Hegel

    • C.

      Schopenhauer And Epicurus

    • D.

      Leibniz And Plato

    Correct Answer
    D. Leibniz And Plato
    Explanation
    Leibniz and Plato tended goal in the Germany-Greece Philosophy match on "Monty Python". This means that they were the goalkeepers for their respective teams during the match.

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  • 15. 

    What is a larch, as featured in "Monty Python"?

    • A.

      A Farm Animal

    • B.

      A Tree

    • C.

      A Flower

    • D.

      A Hedgehog

    Correct Answer
    B. A Tree
    Explanation
    In "Monty Python," a larch is featured as a tree. This means that the correct answer is "A Tree." The question is asking about the nature of a larch, and in the context of the mentioned show, it is portrayed as a type of tree.

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  • 16. 

    For how much did Mr. Devious first advertise fully comprehensive motor insurance?

    • A.

      A Used Fiver

    • B.

      One And Eight Pence

    • C.

      A Nude Lady

    • D.

      A Pound

    Correct Answer
    B. One And Eight Pence
    Explanation
    Mr. Devious initially advertised fully comprehensive motor insurance for the price of "One And Eight Pence".

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  • 17. 

    What Monty Python song was sung on an episode of "The A-Team"?

    • A.

      Brave, Brave Sir Robin

    • B.

      The Meaning Of Life

    • C.

      Bruces' Philosophers Song

    • D.

      The Lumberjack Song

    Correct Answer
    D. The Lumberjack Song
    Explanation
    "The Lumberjack Song" is the correct answer because it is a well-known song by Monty Python that has been performed on various platforms, including "The A-Team" episode. The song is about a lumberjack who enjoys his job and the lyrics are filled with humorous references. Its popularity and comedic nature make it a likely choice for a show like "The A-Team" known for its action-packed and light-hearted tone.

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  • 18. 

    In Monty Python's "Meaning of Life", the machine goes what?

    • A.

      Bong

    • B.

      Bang

    • C.

      Ping

    • D.

      Ring

    Correct Answer
    C. Ping
    Explanation
    In Monty Python's "Meaning of Life", the machine goes "Ping".

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  • 19. 

    According to Monty Python, how can you identify a dead bishop?

    • A.

      Ask The Squatter Living In His Robe

    • B.

      The Neon Signs

    • C.

      Tattoo On The Back Of His Neck

    • D.

      Microchip

    Correct Answer
    C. Tattoo On The Back Of His Neck
    Explanation
    According to Monty Python, a dead bishop can be identified by a tattoo on the back of his neck. This suggests that the joke is based on the idea that a tattoo on the back of the neck is an unusual or unexpected characteristic for a bishop to have, implying that the presence of such a tattoo would indicate that the bishop is no longer alive.

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  • 20. 

    Who took the officer's leg in the Monty Python film "Meaning of Life"?

    • A.

      A Mosquito

    • B.

      Two Men In A Tiger Suit

    • C.

      A Man In A Lion's Suit

    • D.

      A Goat

    Correct Answer
    B. Two Men In A Tiger Suit
    Explanation
    In the Monty Python film "Meaning of Life," the officer's leg was taken by two men in a tiger suit. This suggests that the film includes a comedic element, as the absurdity of two men pretending to be a tiger and stealing someone's leg adds to the humor of the scene.

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  • 21. 

    In the Monty Python film "The Meaning of Life", what religion were the neighbors?

    • A.

      Catholic

    • B.

      Atheist

    • C.

      Jewish

    • D.

      Protestant

    Correct Answer
    D. Protestant
    Explanation
    In the Monty Python film "The Meaning of Life," the neighbors were depicted as Protestants. This can be inferred from the context of the film and the portrayal of the characters. The film often satirizes different aspects of religion, and in this particular scene, the neighbors are shown as Protestants, adding to the comedic commentary on religious beliefs and practices.

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  • 22. 

    Who showed up in Monty Python's "The Meaning Of Life", causing doctors to turn everything on?

    • A.

      The Administrator

    • B.

      The Prime Minister

    • C.

      The Surgeon

    • D.

      Tim The Enchanter

    Correct Answer
    A. The Administrator
    Explanation
    In Monty Python's "The Meaning of Life," The Administrator showed up and caused doctors to turn everything on. This suggests that The Administrator played a significant role in the storyline, possibly disrupting the normal functioning of the doctors and creating chaos or confusion.

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  • 23. 

    How old was "Monty Python" character Dennis the Peasant?

    • A.

      37

    • B.

      Never Mentioned

    • C.

      27

    • D.

      47

    Correct Answer
    A. 37
    Explanation
    The question asks for the age of the character Dennis the Peasant from "Monty Python". The correct answer is 37, as it is stated in the given options.

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  • 24. 

    In "Monty Python and the Holy Grail", what is said to prevent earthquakes?

    • A.

      Sheep's Bladders

    • B.

      Goat's Livers

    • C.

      Monkey's Testicles

    • D.

      Bovine's Pancreases

    Correct Answer
    A. Sheep's Bladders
    Explanation
    In the movie "Monty Python and the Holy Grail", sheep's bladders are said to prevent earthquakes. This is a humorous response that plays on the absurdity of the situation, as it suggests that something as seemingly unrelated as sheep's bladders could have the power to prevent natural disasters like earthquakes. The answer is a playful and unexpected choice, which is characteristic of the humor in Monty Python's comedy.

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  • 25. 

    What is the name of the man who kept 18 years of silence before Brian stepped on his foot?

    • A.

      Simon

    • B.

      Theodore

    • C.

      Warris

    • D.

      Alvin

    Correct Answer
    A. Simon
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Simon because in the question it is mentioned that the man kept 18 years of silence before Brian stepped on his foot. Out of the given options, Simon is the only name provided. Therefore, Simon is the correct answer.

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  • 26. 

    Who wrote and performed the "Penis song" from the Monty Python's "Meaning of Life"?

    • A.

      Terry Jones

    • B.

      Eric Idle

    • C.

      John Cleese

    • D.

      Michael Palin

    Correct Answer
    B. Eric Idle
    Explanation
    Eric Idle wrote and performed the "Penis song" from the Monty Python's "Meaning of Life".

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  • 27. 

    Who plays the part of the cleaning woman in the restaurant scene with Mr. Creosot in Monty Python's "The Meaning Of Life"?

    • A.

      Terry Jones

    • B.

      John Cleese

    • C.

      Eric Idle

    • D.

      Graham Chapman

    Correct Answer
    A. Terry Jones
    Explanation
    Terry Jones plays the part of the cleaning woman in the restaurant scene with Mr. Creosot in Monty Python's "The Meaning Of Life".

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  • 28. 

    What word did Michael Palin say to start off each "Monty Python" episode?

    • A.

      It's...

    • B.

      Now's...

    • C.

      And...

    • D.

      Here's...

    Correct Answer
    A. It's...
    Explanation
    Michael Palin said "It's..." to start off each "Monty Python" episode.

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  • 29. 

    In "Monty Python", what flower did Dennis Moore keep bringing the poor family?

    • A.

      Daisies

    • B.

      Lupins

    • C.

      Marigolds

    • D.

      Daffodils

    Correct Answer
    B. Lupins
    Explanation
    In the comedy series "Monty Python," Dennis Moore repeatedly brings lupins to the poor family. This is a humorous reference to the absurdity of his actions, as lupins are not typically associated with charity or assistance for the poor. The choice of lupins adds to the comedic nature of the show and highlights the ridiculousness of Dennis Moore's character.

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  • 30. 

    Who was not a guest on Monty Python's "World Forum"?

    • A.

      Lenin

    • B.

      Karl Marx

    • C.

      John F. Kennedy

    • D.

      Che Guevara

    Correct Answer
    C. John F. Kennedy
    Explanation
    John F. Kennedy was not a guest on Monty Python's "World Forum". This is because John F. Kennedy was the President of the United States and was not involved in the comedy sketch show produced by Monty Python. The other options, Lenin, Karl Marx, and Che Guevara, were all influential figures in history who could have potentially been guests on the show.

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