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I Hate Comic Sans Trivia Quiz

The proverbial punching bag of word processing fonts, Comic Sans has sure been the cause of hilarity across the globe. See if you can answer these Comic Sans related questions.

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

Author
bmrsnr

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
355,184

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Average

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7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Developed in 1994, Comic Sans was, as its name suggests, intended to mimic comic book lettering. On which Microsoft operating system did comic sans originally debut? Hint

Windows ME

Windows 8

Windows 3.1

Windows 95

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Question 2 of 10

2. The furor over Comic Sans and its inappropriate use reached the proverbial boiling point when two graphic designers from Indianapolis started a campaign and a website called "Ban Comic Sans". This campaign gained further notoriety when the cause was taken up by the Boston branch of which weekly tabloid newspaper named after a mythological beast? Hint

The Dragon

The Phoenix

The Griffin

The Pegasus

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Question 3 of 10

3. Although lambasted routinely for its shoddy design and immature appearance, Comic Sans has seen some use in appropriate situations. One such situation involved the first installment of what wildly successful PC game franchise in which Comic Sans was used exclusively for all in-game text? Hint

World of Warcraft

The Sims

Call of Duty

Hello Kitty Island Adventure

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Question 4 of 10

4. In July 2010, the owner of an NBA team posted an open letter using--you guessed it--Comic Sans. Which NBA team, who lost its star player to the Miami Heat, was owned by this apparent Comic Sans fan? Hint

Boston Celtics

Washington Wizards

Utah Jazz

Cleveland Cavaliers

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Question 5 of 10

5. On April 1, 2011, what search giant known for its April Fool's pranks produced a page full of search results in Comic Sans (with a search of the same)? Hint

Ask

Yahoo!

Google

Bing

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Question 6 of 10

6. Another humorous take on the Comic Sans font was offered in 2011 by which popular online parody news source named after a vegetable? Hint

The Carrot

The Rutabaga

The Swiss Chard

The Onion

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Question 7 of 10

7. Some software developers have found creative ways to display their displeasure with Comic Sans, including those of one of the most used VOIP (voice-over-Internet Protocol) applications. Which popular video-chat application changes the emoticon menu icon from a happy face to a frowning face whenever Comic Sans is selected? Hint

Yahoo Messenger

ICQ

Skype

Windows Live Messenger

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Question 8 of 10

8. As though NBA execs using Comic Sans wasn't bad enough, 2012 saw a CERN spokesperson use Comic Sans in a presentation announcing the discovery of the Higgs boson.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. Not so surprisingly, a proliferation of websites dedicated to the eradication of Comic Sans or the rehabilitation of those who are prone to its use have surfaced. Of the following, what is the name of a real website, created in 2010, dedicated to pointing out the evils of this font? Hint

Comic Sans Criminal

Is a Comic Sans-Free World Too Much to Ask?

Comic Sans Begone!

Comic Sans is the Root of All Evil

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Question 10 of 10

10. As an expert in Comic-Sans-ology, answer the following question: In which of the following situations would the use of Comic Sans be generally acceptable? Hint

An end-of-term paper

A children's birthday party invitation

A proposal for a research grant

A PowerPoint presentation at a company budget meeting

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Developed in 1994, Comic Sans was, as its name suggests, intended to mimic comic book lettering. On which Microsoft operating system did comic sans originally debut?

Answer: Windows 95

Though he likely was unaware of the can of worms he was about to open, former Microsoft employee and font designer Vincent Connare is who historians will thank for giving computer users the opportunity to use Comic Sans in completely tasteless ways!

Answer: The Phoenix

The 2005 article brutally attacked both the font and those who used it, despite its utter inappropriateness. The article was titled "NOT FUNNY: Fighting the Good Fight Against a Very Bad Font". It was written by Mike Miliard.

Answer: The Sims

I absolutely couldn't resist the urge to include a "Southpark" reference! But seriously, "The Sims" franchise has sold more than 150 million copies, making it one of the most successful PC game franchises in history. To put that in perspective, "Call of Duty", which has been available on a staggering 12 platforms, had sold barely more than 100 million across them all by 2012.

Answer: Cleveland Cavaliers

Dan Gilbert made a number of curious statements in the open letter, including a promise that the Cavaliers would win an NBA championship before Lebron James did. Apparently the Miami Heat didn't get the memo, and won one anyway back in June 2012.

5. On April 1, 2011, what search giant known for its April Fool's pranks produced a page full of search results in Comic Sans (with a search of the same)?

Answer: Google

Other April Fool's jokes by the Palo Alto giants included a gmail feature that would allow you to use your webcam to turn your body movements into meaningful texts, as well as a feature that would allow you to back-date email messages. Yet another joke suggested high speed internet service through your toilet and the sewerage system (TiSP).

6. Another humorous take on the Comic Sans font was offered in 2011 by which popular online parody news source named after a vegetable?

Answer: The Onion

Making fun of the most deserving individuals since 1988, "The Onion" has also caused unintended hilarity by those who fail to understand its satirical motives. One such knee-slapper occurred in 2012 when they named Kim Jong-un their sexiest man. The Chinese media ran with the story, complete with a 55-page photo gallery dedicated to the North Korean leader.

Answer: Skype

In addition to allowing easy video-chat, Skype has become a less expensive option for international long-distance calling. Ironically, Skype was acquired in 2011 by the very same company responsible for Comic Sans!

8. As though NBA execs using Comic Sans wasn't bad enough, 2012 saw a CERN spokesperson use Comic Sans in a presentation announcing the discovery of the Higgs boson.

Answer: True

Wrote Patrick Kingsley in an editorial for "The Guardian" after the "discovery" was brought to light, "I opened Twitter this morning to find two things trending: 'Comic Sans' and 'Higgs boson' - the former a much-hated font, and the latter something to do with science.

As unlikely as it sounds, the two things were linked. Scientists announcing the discovery of this Higgs boson thing had written up their complex findings in the childish font everyone loves to hate." (Kingsley, Patrick. "Higgs boson and Comic Sans: the perfect fusion" The Guardian, July 4, 2012.)

Answer: Comic Sans Criminal

Despite the general feelings of hatred and anger toward these much maligned characters, defenders of Comic Sans can be found. The Comic Sans Project is one such example of those who shamelessly promote the use of the font.

10. As an expert in Comic-Sans-ology, answer the following question: In which of the following situations would the use of Comic Sans be generally acceptable?

Answer: A children's birthday party invitation

You are hereby declared a master in Comic-Sans-ology (M.C.). I do grant upon you all the rights and privileges associated with this honor. Congratulations!

Source: Author bmrsnr

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