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Transformers: Generation 1 Trivia Quiz

This quiz is based on the "Transformers: Generation 1" series of cartoons, movies and comic books. All answers will be based on information from this "Transformers" timeline only.

A multiple-choice quiz by Nemesis-Prime. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Nemesis-Prime

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
342,569

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
208

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. In relation to the "Transformers" television shows, movies, toys and comic series; which years are referred to as "Generation 1"? Hint

1980-1990

1984-1993

1985-1990

1982-1989

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Question 2 of 10

2. Before becoming a Prime, what was Optimus Prime's name? Hint

Alpha Trion

Optimus Minor

Elita One

Orion Pax

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which of these Transformers is not a member of the Dinobots? Hint

Slice

Slag

Grimlock

Snarl

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Question 4 of 10

4. This character was the first combiner to appear in the "Transformers" series. Who is he? Hint

Devastator

Superion

Defensor

Bruticus

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Question 5 of 10

5. The Decepticon Soundwave could release a number of spy cassettes to do his bidding. Which of these cassettes was modeled after a panther in robot mode? Hint

Overkill

Ravage

Laserbeak

Frenzy

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Question 6 of 10

6. In "Transformers: The Movie", Unicron changes an injured Megatron into what new character? Hint

Shockwave

Galvatron

Scourge

Cyclonus

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Question 7 of 10

7. This person has been the voice of Optimus Prime since the start of the series. Who is he? Hint

Judd Nelson

Leonard Nimoy

Orson Wells

Peter Cullen

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Question 8 of 10

8. After an early alliance with the Decepticons, what flying character changes his ways and joins the Autobots? Hint

Valkyrie

Starscream

Jetfire

Powerglide

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Autobot ship the Ark crash landed into the side of a volcano in what U.S State? Hint

Oregon

Texas

Hawaii

California

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Question 10 of 10

10. Megatron, the leader of the Decepticons originally transformed into what? Hint

Cybertronian jet

M1 Abrams Tank

Luger P08

Walther P38

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In relation to the "Transformers" television shows, movies, toys and comic series; which years are referred to as "Generation 1"?

Answer: 1984-1993

All "Transformers" related products and media from this period are retroactively referred to as "Generation 1". This ended with the release of a 12 part "Generation 2" comic series in 1993.

2. Before becoming a Prime, what was Optimus Prime's name?

Answer: Orion Pax

After being wounded on Cybertron in an attack by Megatron Orion Pax was taken and rebuilt by Alpha Trion. He was a given a more battle-hardy configuration and thus took the name Optimus Prime.

3. Which of these Transformers is not a member of the Dinobots?

Answer: Slice

The five members of the Dinobots are: Grimlock a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Slag a Triceratops, Sludge a Apatosaurus, Snarl a Stegosaurus and Swoop a Pteranadon.

4. This character was the first combiner to appear in the "Transformers" series. Who is he?

Answer: Devastator

Devastator was formed by combining the five Decepticon team called the Constructicons and was created for the sole purpose of destruction. When combined the Constructicons were forced to give up much of their individual intelligence and thinking ability making Devastator very simple minded.

5. The Decepticon Soundwave could release a number of spy cassettes to do his bidding. Which of these cassettes was modeled after a panther in robot mode?

Answer: Ravage

One of Soundwave's most useful cassettes, Ravage is a master of stealth. He preferred operating alone and in the dark to accomplish his missions.

6. In "Transformers: The Movie", Unicron changes an injured Megatron into what new character?

Answer: Galvatron

After being left in space to die by Starscream, Megatron and some other injured Decepticons are intercepted by Unicron. Inside of Unicron he is changed into Galvatron while his fellow Decepticons are changed into Cyclonus, Scourge and the Sweeps.

7. This person has been the voice of Optimus Prime since the start of the series. Who is he?

Answer: Peter Cullen

Cullen played the voice of both Optimus Prime and Ironhide and has stated that Optimus Prime is the favorite voice roll he has ever done. He has also played Eeyore in the "Winnie the Pooh" series.

8. After an early alliance with the Decepticons, what flying character changes his ways and joins the Autobots?

Answer: Jetfire

Jetfire dedicates himself to the Autobot cause after witnessing first hand the cruel ways of the Decepticons first hand. He believes that technology and science are the only way to win victory in the war.

9. The Autobot ship the Ark crash landed into the side of a volcano in what U.S State?

Answer: Oregon

Leaving Cybertron to hunt for energon and with many Autobots on board the Ark was attacked by Megatron's ship the Nemesis. This battle caused it to crash land on earth about four million years ago in what is present day Oregon.

10. Megatron, the leader of the Decepticons originally transformed into what?

Answer: Walther P38

Using a fusion cannon while in robot mode Megatron is able to shrink down in size and transform into a Walther P38 pistol. He can then be picked up and is often fired by other characters.

Source: Author Nemesis-Prime

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