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Are you a TV trivia buff? Here's a fun quiz about TV dads.

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1.

Which of these TV dads was a doctor?
- A.
  
  Al Bundy
- B.
  
  Alan Harper
- C.
  
  Heathcliff Huxtable
- D.
  
  Ken Titus
- E.
  
  Fred Sanford
Correct Answer
C. Heathcliff Huxtable

Explanation
Heathcliff Huxtable was a doctor because he was portrayed as a successful obstetrician/gynecologist in the popular TV show "The Cosby Show." He was often seen wearing his white lab coat and discussing medical matters with his patients. As a doctor, he was portrayed as caring, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his profession. This made him a beloved character and a positive role model for many viewers.

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2.

Which of these TV dads was NOT a widower?
- A.
  
  Fred Sanford
- B.
  
  Al Bundy
- C.
  
  Phillip Drummond
- D.
  
  Chaz Finster
- E.
  
  Maxwell Sheffield
Correct Answer
B. Al Bundy

Explanation
Al Bundy was not a widower because his wife, Peggy Bundy, was alive throughout the entire series of "Married... with Children." In contrast, Fred Sanford from "Sanford and Son," Phillip Drummond from "Diff'rent Strokes," Chaz Finster from "Rugrats," and Maxwell Sheffield from "The Nanny" were all widowers.

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3.

Which of the following is NOT a cartoon dad?
- A.
  
  Homer Simpson
- B.
  
  Fred Flintstone
- C.
  
  Peter Griffin
- D.
  
  Captain Caveman
- E.
  
  Herman Munster
Correct Answer
E. Herman Munster

Explanation
Herman Munster is not a cartoon dad because he is a character from the television show "The Munsters," which is a live-action sitcom, not a cartoon. The other options, Homer Simpson, Fred Flintstone, Peter Griffin, and Captain Caveman, are all cartoon characters who are fathers in their respective shows.

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4.

Who was the dad from 7th Heaven?
- A.
  
  Eric Camden
- B.
  
  Jim Anderson
- C.
  
  Steve Douglas
- D.
  
  Eric Taylor
- E.
  
  Nick Russo
Correct Answer
A. Eric Camden

Explanation
Eric Camden is the correct answer because he is the main character and father figure in the TV show "7th Heaven." Played by actor Stephen Collins, Eric Camden is a Protestant minister and the father of seven children. He is known for his strong moral values and his role as the patriarch of the Camden family.

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5.

Which of these dads worked as an architect?
- A.
  
  Archie Bunker
- B.
  
  Hank Hill
- C.
  
  Fred Flintstone
- D.
  
  Mike Brady
- E.
  
  Andy Taylor
Correct Answer
D. Mike Brady

Explanation
Mike Brady is the correct answer because he is the only dad listed who worked as an architect. In the television show "The Brady Bunch," Mike Brady is portrayed as an architect who designs houses. Archie Bunker, Hank Hill, Fred Flintstone, and Andy Taylor have different professions and are not architects.

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6.

Who was the "dad" from My Two Dads?
- A.
  
  Danny Tanner
- B.
  
  Jason Seaver
- C.
  
  Dan Conner
- D.
  
  Tony Micelli
- E.
  
  Michael Taylor
Correct Answer
E. Michael Taylor

Explanation
Michael Taylor is the correct answer because he was one of the two possible fathers in the TV show "My Two Dads." The show revolves around two men, Michael Taylor and Joey Harris, who are both potential fathers to a young girl named Nicole. Michael Taylor is portrayed by actor Paul Reiser.

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7.

Which of these TV dads did NOT work in law enforcement?
- A.
  
  Andy Taylor
- B.
  
  Mitch Buchannon
- C.
  
  Sebastian Stark
- D.
  
  Andy Sipowitz
- E.
  
  Flash Gordon
Correct Answer
B. Mitch Buchannon

Explanation
Mitch Buchannon did not work in law enforcement. Andy Taylor was the sheriff in "The Andy Griffith Show," Sebastian Stark was a prosecutor in "Shark," and Andy Sipowitz was a detective in "NYPD Blue." Flash Gordon is a science fiction character and not a TV dad.

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8.

Which of these dads was a football Coach?
- A.
  
  Hayden Fox
- B.
  
  Merrill Stubing
- C.
  
  Alan Harper
- D.
  
  Red Foreman
- E.
  
  Henry Warnimont
Correct Answer
A. Hayden Fox

Explanation
Hayden Fox was a football coach because he was the main character in the sitcom "Coach" which aired from 1989 to 1997. The show revolved around Hayden Fox, who was the head coach of a college football team. He was known for his dedication to the sport and his humorous interactions with his assistant coaches and players.

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Test Your TV Dad Knowledge

Which of these TV dads was a doctor?

Which of these TV dads was NOT a widower?

Which of the following is NOT a cartoon dad?

Who was the dad from 7th Heaven?

Which of these dads worked as an architect?

Who was the "dad" from My Two Dads?

Which of these TV dads did NOT work in law enforcement?

Which of these dads was a football Coach?