Welcome to My 70s TV Childhood Quiz! It’s time to put your 70s TV knowledge to the test with 20 fun and nostalgic questions spread across four exciting rounds. Whether you’re a seasoned quiz enthusiast or just here for the memories, we’ve got something for everyone.
Round One: On the Cobbles
- In 1971, Ann Reid, who played Valerie Barlow, Ken’s wife, was written out of the show. How did she exit?
- Who worked with Rita Fairclough at The Kabin for most of the 1970s?
- Ivy Tilsley first appeared in 1971. What was the name of her lothario son who ended up marrying Gail Potter?
- Hilda Ogden was very proud of the decorating that was done by her husband Stan and lodger Eddie Yates. They put up some scenic wallpaper with three plaster ducks flying across it. What did Hilda call the decoration?
- Ernie Bishop, possibly one of the most boring characters ever in Coronation Street, met a grisly fate in 1978. How did he die?
Round Two: Marathon – Fil Rouge
- The Good Life featured in September 2024. Where did the Goods live?
- Hanna-Barbera cartoons featured in August 2021. What was the name of the show that featured three bears who lived in The Wonderland Zoo?
- Jamie and the Magic Torch featured in November 2021. What was the name of Jamie’s dog in the show?
- In February 2021, we looked back at Saturday morning TV. Who was the mysterious masked figure who used to throw custard pies and buckets of water over guests, the audience, and sometimes the presenters on Tiswas?
- In our 100th episode in April 2024, we looked back at Record Breakers. What were the names of the twin brothers who featured on the show and curated the Guinness Book of Records?
Round Three: Name That Tune – 1977 Edition
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Round Four: TV Times
- In Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em, what was the name of Frank and Betty Spencer’s daughter?
- How many times did Dick Dastardly and Muttley win a race in Wacky Races?
- Which of these presenters didn’t present Top of the Pops during the 1970s: Andy Peebles, Steve Wright, or Emperor Rosko?
- What was the name of the pop show presented by the Bay City Rollers on ITV that ran for 20 episodes in 1975?
- Who was the director of the famous Hovis advert featuring a boy pushing his bike uphill and freewheeling down to enjoy a slice of brown bread?
Bonus Question
In 1977, Phil Daniels starred in a children’s drama about a young man released from Borstal who teamed up with an archaeologist trying to stop some ancient caves being developed as a nuclear waste facility. The show then became an exploration of the legend of King Arthur and the Round Table. What was the title of the show?
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