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'Dallas' Character Profile: J.R. Ewing Quiz

"Dallas" has brought many unique and interesting characters over the years. But how much do you know about J.R. Ewing, portrayed by Larry Hagman. Questions are only from the original series and one that requires outside knowledge.

A multiple-choice quiz by Joepetz. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Joepetz

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
369,242

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
589

Last 3 plays: Guest 65 (8/10), Guest 78 (8/10), Guest 107 (8/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the first season finale, what does J.R. respond when Sue Ellen asks him if he cares that Bobby and Pam had lost their baby? Hint

"No, I do not."

"You think I am some kind of monster?"

"Yes, I most certainly do care."

He doesn't say anything

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Question 2 of 10

2. One of the most talked about television episodes of all time is "A House Divided" which is the infamous episode where J.R. is shot. There are too many suspects to name, but which of the following choices correctly matches a suspect with his or her motive? Hint

Bobby Ewing because J.R. had hit Pamela

Marilee Stone because J.R. swindled her husband who later killed himself

Miss Ellie because J.R. had threatened to drill for oil on Southfork

Lucy Ewing because J.R. had framed her lover for murder

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is the name of J.R.'s faithful secretary who doubled as his spy on Cliff Barnes? Hint

Mandy Winger

Phyllis

Jackie

Sly

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Question 4 of 10

4. One of the story arcs of season 6 is that J.R and Bobby must compete to see who can earn the most money for Ewing Oil within one year. J.R., in a desperate attempt to beat Bobby, starts selling oil to which embargoed nation? Hint

Vietnam

Cuba

U.S.S.R

Saudi Arabia

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Question 5 of 10

5. J.R. was known for having many affairs and romances throughout the series run, but with which character did J.R. never sleep with? Hint

Mandy Winger

Jenna Wade

Holly Hardwood

Katherine Wentworth

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Question 6 of 10

6. Who is J.R. fighting with when he accidentally sets Southfork on fire at the end of season 6? Hint

Bobby

Sue Ellen

Jock

Ray

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Question 7 of 10

7. In the dream season (season 9), J.R. finds himself embroiled with evil businesswoman Angelica Nero. Ms. Nero is not so much interested in J.R., but uses him to get to which other family member? Hint

Jamie Ewing

Jack Ewing

John Ross Ewing

Clayton Farlow

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is J.R.'s alcoholic drink of choice? Hint

Vodka on the rocks

J.R. does not drink

Whiskey straight up

Bourbon and branch

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Question 9 of 10

9. Who is J.R.'s oldest son whom he fathered illegitimately with Vanessa Beaumont? Hint

John Ross

James

Lucas

Christopher

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Question 10 of 10

10. In 2013, 'TV Guide' named J.R. Ewing TV's Nastiest Villain of all time.

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In the first season finale, what does J.R. respond when Sue Ellen asks him if he cares that Bobby and Pam had lost their baby?

Answer: He doesn't say anything

The incident occurs when J.R. and Pam are arguing in the barn and Pam falls off and lands on her stomach. Sue Ellen first asks J.R. if he pushed Pam. He said he did not, but does not answer her when she asks if J.R. cares. It is let up to the viewer to decide.

Answer: Marilee Stone because J.R. swindled her husband who later killed himself

While all those listed were clear suspects, only Marilee's motive is correct. Other suspects include J.R.'s wife Sue Ellen and her lover Dusty Farlow. The actual culprit is Sue Ellen's sister, Kristen, whom J.R. Broke his promise of marriage and forced her to leave town.

3. What is the name of J.R.'s faithful secretary who doubled as his spy on Cliff Barnes?

Answer: Sly

Cliff originally blackmailed Sly into spying on J.R. so her brother could be released from prison. After he was out and J.R. found out, the tables were turned and Sly spied on Cliff and gave him false information intended to ruin him financially.

Answer: Cuba

As per Jock's will, Ewing Oil's assets are split 50/50 between the brothers and who ever is most profitable receives 51% of the company. J.R. stoops to illegal behavior despite Bobby's rather lackluster performance.

5. J.R. was known for having many affairs and romances throughout the series run, but with which character did J.R. never sleep with?

Answer: Jenna Wade

J.R. never had an affair with Jenna Wade who was Bobby's old flame. Mandy Winger was a model whom J.R. promised to marry once he got Sue Ellen sent away for alcoholism. Holly Hardwood was an oil businesswoman. Katherine Wentworth is Pam's half-sister who slept with J.R. in exchange for his help in splitting up Pam and Bobby.

6. Who is J.R. fighting with when he accidentally sets Southfork on fire at the end of season 6?

Answer: Ray

Ray and J.R. get into a fist fight when Ray discovers J.R. blackmailed Walt Driscoll to the point that Driscoll tried to kill J.R. but wound up hitting Sue Ellen and leaving Ray's nephew, Mickey, severely injured.

Answer: Jack Ewing

Jack bears a strong resemblance to Dmitri Marinos, Angelica's boss who dies. Angelica Nero intends to use Jack to gain control of Marinos Shipping. J.R., who always suspected something fishy, disregards the signs to make money via a deal with Marionos Shipping.

8. What is J.R.'s alcoholic drink of choice?

Answer: Bourbon and branch

He can often be seen ordering a bourbon and branch at the Cattleman's Club and other restaurants of high clientele. It is Sue Elle who prefers the vodka, although she will drink whatever she gets her hands on.

9. Who is J.R.'s oldest son whom he fathered illegitimately with Vanessa Beaumont?

Answer: James

James was fathered off-screen with one of J.R.'s mistresses. John Ross, J.R.'s son born to Sue Ellen, is his favorite and believed to be the oldest until Season 12 when James comes along. Christopher and Lucas are Bobby's sons, although, for a short time, J.R. believed he was Christopher's father.

10. In 2013, 'TV Guide' named J.R. Ewing TV's Nastiest Villain of all time.

Answer: True

He had previously ranked only 11th in 1999 by the same magazine.

Source: Author Joepetz

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