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  Murder, She Wrote   great trivia quiz  
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This is a quiz of your knowledge in the area of "Murder, She Wrote" and Jessica Fletcher. These question are related to the show so if you are a professional at watching the show this is the quiz for you. Oh, and don't forget to rate my quiz at the end
Easier, 10 Qns, millionaire248, Jul 08 16
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  More 'Murder, She Wrote' Trivia    
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You don't have to be an amatuer sleuth like Jessica Fletcher to solve this quiz. Just sort through the red herrings and answer these ten questions about one of the best mystery programs of all time!
Tough, 10 Qns, Shelleybean, Mar 16 22
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  Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!   top quiz  
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While it was running, "Murder, She Wrote" was a favorite of murder/mystery fans and you can still catch in reruns almost every day of the week!
Average, 10 Qns, jordi1963, Mar 28 15
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Jessica eventually accepted a teaching position outside Cabot Cove and took an apartment in what city?

From Quiz "Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!"





Murder She Wrote Trivia Questions
1. What was Jessica's full name before she married Frank Fletcher?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Jessica Beatrice McGill

Jessica also had two brothers and two sisters. Her family has Irish ancestry.

2. What is the town that Jessica lives in?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: Cabot Cove, Maine

Jessica lives in Cabot Cove but later moves to an apartment in New York.

3. In the later seasons of 'Murder, She Wrote', Jessica Fletcher divided her time between residences in Cabot Cove and...?

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Answer: New York

After accepting a position teaching criminology at Manhattan University, Jessica spends her weekdays at her apartment in New York City and her weekends at her house in Cabot Cove.

4. What was Jessica's deceased husband Frank Fletcher's occupation?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Air Force captain

Jessica kept in touch with a number of her husband's Air Force pals and they were sometimes featured in episodes.

5. What has Jessica never learned to do?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: drive

Jessica rides her bicycles to her destination, walks, or gets a ride from her friends.

6. Jessica had plenty of extended family, as well as friends. One nephew in particular was featured in several episodes. What was his name?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Grady Fletcher

Grady Fletcher was the son of Frank Fletcher's brother and was by far the closest relative she had.

7. What is the name of Cabot Cove's real estate agent who appears in several episodes?

From Quiz More 'Murder, She Wrote' Trivia

Answer: Eve Simpson

Eve Simpson, played by Julie Adams, appeared in 10 episodes. Phyllis Grant, played by Gloria De Haven, was the town's travel agent. Loretta Spiegel, played by Ruth Roman, owned the local beauty parlor. Donna Mayberry, played by Debbie Zipp, married Jessica's nephew Grady Fletcher.

8. How many children did Jessica and Frank have?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: None

Jessica and Frank had no children of their own but they did raise Frank's nephew for some time after his parents died.

9. What is the name of Jessica's husband?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: Frank

Frank Fletcher married Jessica, but as never in an episode due to his death. Grady Fletcher is Jessica's nephew who is an accountant.

10. There is debate among Cabot Cove residents over the existence of the town's most famous resident, a Revolutionary War hero named...?

From Quiz More 'Murder, She Wrote' Trivia

Answer: Joshua Peabody

The existence of the legendary Joshua Peabody was questioned in two seperate episodes: 'Joshua Peabody Died Here - Possibly' which featured an unearthed skeleton thought to be that of the Revolutionary War hero, and 'Keep The Homefries Burning' which featured the Joshua Peabody Inn, a Cabot Cove establishment.

11. Cabot Cove was the fictional town where the early seasons were set had a very high murder rate despite being a picturesque place. The sheriffs there were kept very busy. What was the name of the first sheriff?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Amos Tupper

Amos Tupper was the first sheriff on the show from 1984-1988. He was followed by Mort Metzger from 1985-1996.

12. Jessica had a very close friend who was the town doctor. What was his name?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Seth Hazlitt

Seth Hazlitt was one of Jessica's closest friends throughout the entire series. He often worried about her working too hard and encouraged her to enjoy life and slow down.

13. Who is the character that is the doctor of Jessica's hometown?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: Seth Hazlitt

Played by William Windom, Seth Hazlett is the doctor of Cabot Cove for the duration of the show, as well as, being one of Jessica's many friends.

14. Angela Lansbury also appeared as a relative of Jessica Fletcher in two episodes. What was this character's name?

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Answer: Emma Macgill

Emma Macgill was Jessica's look alike cousin, a music hall star in London. The character was featured in 1985's 'Sing a Song of Murder' episode and then again in 1987's 'It Runs In The Family' episode.

15. Jessica eventually accepted a teaching position outside Cabot Cove and took an apartment in what city?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: New York City, New York

Jessica taught a criminology class at Manhattan University.

16. What is Jessica Fletcher's pen name?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: J. B. Fletcher

In the name J. B. Fletcher, the "J" stands for Jessica and the "B" stands for Beatrice, her middle name.

17. What city was actually used for many of the outdoor shots of Cabot Cove?

From Quiz More 'Murder, She Wrote' Trivia

Answer: Mendocino, California

The house used for the exterior shots of Jessica Fletcher's Victorian-style home was the Blair House Inn, a bed and breakfast in Mendocino. The Hill House Inn, which was featured in many episodes, was an actual business in Mendocino. Other areas of California and parts of Oregon were used for additional 'Cabot Cove' backdrops.

18. What was the name of the street where Jessica lived in Cabot Cove?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Candlewood Lane

Jessica lived on Candlewood Lane, Cabot Cove, Maine, in the house she purchased with her husband Frank.

19. Who is a character in some of Jessica's books, as well as, a secret agent in her "real" life?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: Michael Haggerty

Jessica bases a character off of Michael in one or more of her books.

20. What politically incorrect talk show host made two guest appearances on 'Murder, She Wrote'?

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Answer: Bill Maher

Bill Maher, the host of ABC's late night talk show 'Politically Incorrect', appeared in 1989's 'Fire Burn, Cauldron Bubble' and 1990's 'Good-Bye Charlie' episodes.

21. How many seasons did "Murder, She Wrote" run for?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: 12

"Murder, She Wrote" ran for 12 seasons from 1984-1996.

22. A book of Jessica's-- "The Corpse Danced at ________"

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: Midnight

This is probably the most known J.B. Fletcher novel in the series.

23. On what network did the show originally air in the US?

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Answer: CBS

24. This question might have you stumped. "Murder, She Wrote" did a crossover episode with another show featuring a very popular crime solver. Which show was it?

From Quiz Calling all "Murder, She Wrote" fans!

Answer: Magnum P.I.

"Murder, She Wrote" did a two part episode with "Magnum, P.I." in 1986.

25. Who does Jessica live with?

From Quiz Murder, She Wrote

Answer: no one

Jessica lives alone, but did live with her husband, Frankk Fletcher until his death. Seth is a good friend but doesn't live with Jessica and visits frequently. Eve Simpson is a real estate agent neighbor of Jessica's, but doesn't live with her. Although Jessica lives alone she always welcomes company.

26. A series of 'Murder, She Wrote' novels have been published featuring the continuing adventures of Jessica Fletcher. These books are 'co-authored' by Jessica Fletcher and...?

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Answer: Donald Bain

Beginning with 1989's 'Gin and Daggers', Donald Bain and 'Jessica Fletcher' have collaborated on over 15 novels. Anyone who is a fan of the t.v. series should give these books a try. They are very good.

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