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Right, on to the quiz! Grab a pen and paper, pour yourself something nice, and let’s go!
Round 1: Race Into Space
Five questions on the worlds of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. A quick note before we start: some of the shows referred to were made in the 1960s but were regularly shown throughout the 1970s.
1. In the sci-fi drama UFO, Commander Ed Straker ran the global defence against alien UFO attacks as the boss of SHADO. What did SHADO stand for?
2. Which of the Thunderbirds was International Rescue’s space station, sitting in orbit above the earth?
3. In another Gerry and Sylvia Anderson show, Captain Scarlet, where were the evil Mysterons from?
4. In Space: 1999, what was the official role of Dr Helena Russell, played by Barbara Bain?
5. Still with Space: 1999, what were the space vehicles used to fly in and out of Moonbase Alpha called?
Round 2: Marathon/Fil Rouge
Think you’ve been paying attention to our previous episodes? Let’s find out. These questions span everything from a judo legend to a very cold sitcom.
1. In June 2025, we harked back to the days of Superstars. What was the name of the judoka who became synonymous with his amazing performances in the gym, including recording 108 squat thrusts in one minute during one World Final?
2. The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin featured in October 2023. What was the name of the company that Reggie worked at during the first series?
3. Way back in September 2020, we looked at the animated version of the Arabian Nights, which was a regular insert into which US TV show?
4. In August 2021, we looked at some of Hanna-Barbera’s less well-known cartoon shows, including Help! It’s the Hair Bear Bunch! Where did the bears live in that show?
5. In September 2023, we featured Tomorrow’s World. Raymond Baxter, one of the hosts, was a highly decorated war hero. What did he do in the war to earn his decorations?
Round 3: Name That Tune (1975)
Five theme tunes from shows first shown on UK TV in 1975. You’ll need to tune in to the podcast to play this round properly!
Round 4: TV Times
Our general 70s TV trivia round. No theme here, just good old-fashioned questions.
1. Who played the title role in the original 1970s version of Poldark?
2. Bernie Winters appeared in comedy shows with his brother for decades. What was his brother’s name?
3. What was the name of the 1970s game show hosted by Fred Dinenage of How fame, based on blackjack or pontoon?
4. Which character did Gareth Hunt play in The New Avengers?
5. In which resort was the hotel comedy Fawlty Towers set?
Bonus Question
Last time’s Bonus: What was the name of the six-part 1976 comedy series starring Spike Milligan and John Bird as Pakistani illegal immigrants which was never broadcast due to its perceived racism?
Answer: The Melting Pot
This Week’s Bonus: Including a special Christmas edition, how many episodes of the RAF National Service sitcom Get Some In! were produced? If you know the answer, drop us a line at quiz@my70stvchildhood.com
Are you feeling smug, or was that a bit of a challenge? Let me know how you got on! Thanks for playing along.
Until next time, take care and have fun!
Oliver
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