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1980s Movies, Part Three Trivia Quiz

This is my third installment of trivia from movies from the 1980s. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by jlp937. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
jlp937

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
141,016

Updated
Aug 20 24

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which of the following actresses had a role in the 1985 film "Back to the Future"? Hint

Lea Thompson

Daryl Hannah

Demi Moore

Helen Slater

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of the following plot lines best describes the 1986 film "Stand By Me"? Hint

Four boys from Minnesota enlist in World War II together

Four boys spend a fun filled weekend at a carnival

Four boys set off on an adventure to discover a dead body

Four boys make a bet to lose their virginity by prom night

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Question 3 of 10

3. "When he gets mad, he doesn't get even... he gets creative" is the tagline from which 1985 teen flick? Hint

Top Secret

The Zoo Gang

Once Bitten

Real Genius

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Question 4 of 10

4. Both Debra Winger and Shirley MacLaine were nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for their work in the 1983 tearjerker "Terms of Endearment"?

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. In the 1984 sci-fi thriller "The Terminator" what was the name of Ginger's boyfriend? Hint

David

Mike

Ted

Matt

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Question 6 of 10

6. In the movie "Parenthood" what did Gil Buckman's son Kevin lose at the pizza parlor? Hint

a contact lens

his retainer

his glasses

his little brother

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of the following movies have Steve Martin and Rick Moranis co-starred in together? Hint

"Parenthood" and "The Lonely Guy"

"When Harry Met Sally" and "Beverly Hills Cop"

"Little Shop of Horrors" and "Ghostbusters"

"Little Shop of Horrors" and "Parenthood"

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which of the following "Saturday Night Live" alum's starred as Bruce Willis' brother in the 1987 comedy "Blind Date"? Hint

Dennis Miller

Chris Farley

Phil Hartman

Kevin Nealon

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of the following 80's film did NOT star Chevy Chase? Hint

Fletch

Modern Problems

Funny Farm

Weekend at Bernie's

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Question 10 of 10

10. What type of animal did Frank Cross (Bill Murray) tell a crew member to staple antlers to its head in "Scrooged"? Hint

dog

horse

mouse

reindeer

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following actresses had a role in the 1985 film "Back to the Future"?

Answer: Lea Thompson

This popular flick was directed and co-written by Robert Zemeckis. Lea Thompson portrayed Lorraine Baines McFly in the first two installments and Maggie McFly and Lorraine McFly in the third installment.

2. Which of the following plot lines best describes the 1986 film "Stand By Me"?

Answer: Four boys set off on an adventure to discover a dead body

This 1986 drama starred River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell. It tells of their journey of self discovery before they enter junior high school. Rob Reiner directed this movie which was based on the novella by Stephen King called "The Body".

3. "When he gets mad, he doesn't get even... he gets creative" is the tagline from which 1985 teen flick?

Answer: Real Genius

This movie tells the story of a 15 year old boy who is allowed to go to a college for geniuses. This comedy starred Val Kilmer, Gabe Jarret, and Michelle Meyrink.

4. Both Debra Winger and Shirley MacLaine were nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for their work in the 1983 tearjerker "Terms of Endearment"?

Answer: True

This film received a total of eleven nominations. Shirley MacLaine took home the Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role and Jack Nicholson also won the Best Supporting Actor award. The film won a total of five Oscars including Best Picture of the year.

5. In the 1984 sci-fi thriller "The Terminator" what was the name of Ginger's boyfriend?

Answer: Matt

Rick Rossovich played the small role of Matt Buchanan. He can also be seen in "Roxanne" (1987); "Top Gun" (1986); and "Losin' It" (1983).

6. In the movie "Parenthood" what did Gil Buckman's son Kevin lose at the pizza parlor?

Answer: his retainer

"Parenthood" was released in the United States in 1989. It tells the trials and tribulations of being a parent in the 80's. Jasen Fisher played the role of Kevin Buckman. He can also be seen as Luke in "The Witches" (1990).

7. Which of the following movies have Steve Martin and Rick Moranis co-starred in together?

Answer: "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Parenthood"

Steve and Rick were quite busy working with each other in the late 80's. They have starred together in "Twilight Theater" (1982); "Little Shop of Horrors" (1986); "Parenthood" (1989); "My Blue Heaven" (1990); and "L.A. Story" (1991).

8. Which of the following "Saturday Night Live" alum's starred as Bruce Willis' brother in the 1987 comedy "Blind Date"?

Answer: Phil Hartman

This date night comedy lays it out on the line and tells you everything that can go wrong on a blind date. This movie also starred Kim Basinger, John Laroquette, and William Daniels.

9. Which of the following 80's film did NOT star Chevy Chase?

Answer: Weekend at Bernie's

Chevy was not in "Weekend at Bernie's". This movie is about two guys who lug around a dead guy to get a free weekend in the sun. It starred Andrew McCarthy and Jonathan Silverman.

10. What type of animal did Frank Cross (Bill Murray) tell a crew member to staple antlers to its head in "Scrooged"?

Answer: mouse

This 1989 modern day tale of Ebenzer Scrooge starred Bill Murray, Karen Allen, and Bob Goldthwait.

Source: Author jlp937

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