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10 Questions about Adventures in Babysitting | Movies

I love the movie "Adventures in Babysitting." It's one of those few films that the whole family can watch together and enjoy. Here's a quick, simple quiz to test your memory of this fun film.

A multiple-choice quiz by TC1261. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
TC1261

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
125,081

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
10494

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

Last 3 plays: Guest 149 (4/10), Guest 174 (6/10), Guest 174 (7/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the opening scene, we see Chris Parker, high school senior, preparing for a big date. As she's dressing, she's lip-synching and dancing to a classic 1960's tune. Which one? Hint

Then He Kissed Me

My Guy

Be My Baby

My Boyfriend's Back

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Question 2 of 10

2. Part of the film's plot revolves around Chris' friend, Brenda, who runs away from home and gets stranded in a bus station. She has no money and needs her friend Chris to come pick her up. Which actress played Brenda? Hint

Monica Devereux

Maia Brewton

Penelope Ann Miller

Marcia Bennett

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Question 3 of 10

3. In one scene, Chris and her charges are chased by bad guys. They duck into the nearest door, only to find themselves onstage at a blues club. To leave the stage they must sing a blues song. Who is the well-known blues artist that helps them accomplish this task? Hint

Albert King

Albert Collins

B. B. King

Bobby 'Blue' Bland

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Question 4 of 10

4. What is the name of the club where Chris and the kids perform? Hint

The Blue Moon

The Silver Dollar Room

The Red Rose

The Aqua Room

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Question 5 of 10

5. Part of the movie's sub-plot involves a comic twist -- Chris strongly resembles a magazine centerfold model. Chris is mistaken for her several times. What's the name of the centerfold model? Hint

Charlene

Charlotte

Sheila

Shaylene

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Question 6 of 10

6. The story takes place in a New York City suburb?

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. At one point, while Mr. Pruitt is towing Chris' mom's car to Dawson's garage, he passes his house and sees that another man's car is parked out front. Pruitt stops to confront him, and a scuffle takes place. Shots are fired. Chris tells the kids to get out. They all get out and the nearest 'safe place' appears to be a car--the car owned by 'the other man.' After they get in, they discover a man in the driver's seat -- he's in the process of stealing the car. What is his name? Hint

Joe Simms

Joe Gibbs

Joe Smith

Joe Gipp

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Question 8 of 10

8. At what speed does Chris travel to beat the Andersons home? Hint

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Question 9 of 10

9. "Adventures in Babysitting" marked the directorial debut of a young man who would go on to write and direct other big hits. For example, he wrote the movie "Gremlins." Who is he? Hint

Adrian Lyne

Tony Scott

Chris Columbus

Herbert Ross

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which studio released "Adventures in Babysitting"? Hint

Paramount Pictures

Orion Pictures

Universal Pictures

Touchstone Pictures

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In the opening scene, we see Chris Parker, high school senior, preparing for a big date. As she's dressing, she's lip-synching and dancing to a classic 1960's tune. Which one?

Answer: Then He Kissed Me

Chris is joyfully preparing for her big night to the tune of the Crystals' song, "Then He Kissed Me." It provides the perfect backdrop for this fun scene.

Answer: Penelope Ann Miller

Penelope Ann Miller plays the highly-strung but sweet Brenda. She's been featured in several films, including "Carlito's Way, "Kindergarten Cop," and "The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag." By Maia Brewton played Sarah, one of Chris' young charges; Monica Bennett played a nurse; and Monica Devereux played the 17-year-old runaway that struck up a conversation with Daryl on the streets of Chicago.

Interestingly, Monica's father, Calvin, played a gangster in the film.

Answer: Albert Collins

Legendary blues man Albert Collins helps Chris with her number, "The Babysitting Blues." A very well-respected and successful artist, Collins passed away in 1993.

4. What is the name of the club where Chris and the kids perform?

Answer: The Silver Dollar Room

As the kids make their exit from the club, the sign above the club's door flashes, "The Silver Dollar Room." The scene was filmed at Fitzgerald's Nightclub in Berwyn, Illinois.

5. Part of the movie's sub-plot involves a comic twist -- Chris strongly resembles a magazine centerfold model. Chris is mistaken for her several times. What's the name of the centerfold model?

Answer: Shaylene

Shaylene is Chris' look-alike. The magazine featuring her is everywhere, which causes some interesting reactions. There's even a big billboard in one funny scene.

6. The story takes place in a New York City suburb?

Answer: False

It takes place in a Chicago suburb.

Answer: Joe Gipp

Actor Calvin Levels plays Joe Gipp, the car thief with a heart, who keeps an eye on but also looks out for Chris and the kids.

8. At what speed does Chris travel to beat the Andersons home?

Answer: 80

Headed toward their home on the freeway, Chris spots the Andersons' car. Chris asked Brad how fast his parents drove. His response was about 45. Chris responded, "We'll go 80!"

9. "Adventures in Babysitting" marked the directorial debut of a young man who would go on to write and direct other big hits. For example, he wrote the movie "Gremlins." Who is he?

Answer: Chris Columbus

Chris Columbus went on to direct other big hits, inlcuding "Home Alone," starring MacCauley Culkin.

10. Which studio released "Adventures in Babysitting"?

Answer: Touchstone Pictures

Touchstone Pictures released "Adventures in Babysitting" in 1987 in the U.S..

Source: Author TC1261

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