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Quiz Trivia
1.

Richard Whiteley's show "Countdown" was one of the first to air on what network?

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Answer: Channel 4
2.

What distinction did Richard Whiteley receive in 2004?

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Answer: OBE
3.

Who was Richard Whiteley's co-host on "Countdown"?

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Answer: Carol Vorderman
4.

Richard Whiteley was first to interview Margaret Thatcher after what in 1984?

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Answer: The Brighton Bombing
5.

During a 1977 interview, what animal bit Richard Whiteley?

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Answer: Ferret
6.

What quirky nickname was Richard Whiteley affectionately known by on Countdown?

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Answer: The Mayor of Wetwang
7.

In which subject did Richard Whiteley earn his degree at university?

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Answer: English
8.

Which university did Richard Whiteley attend?

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Answer: Cambridge University
9.

Richard Whiteley was famously known for wearing what on Countdown?

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Answer: Colorful and eccentric ties
10.

What year did Richard Whiteley pass away?

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Answer: 2005

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