Scooby Dooby Doo! Trivia Quiz

Answer: Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!

Apparently, the makers of this first series had several potential titles in mind, including the very basic 'Mysteries Five' and the amazingly catchy 'Who's S-S-Scared?'. The show ran for two seasons (and 25 episodes), from 1969 to 1971. Unlike a good wine, it was cancelled long before its time.

Answer: Casey Kasem

Casey Kasem, who entertained American music lovers for years with his weekly syndicated radio countdown programs, also has contributed greatly with his voice-over performances. Along with his insightful portrayals of Scooby's skinny pal Shaggy (who always seems to have the munchies, wonder why?), Kasem has also lent his quavering vocal talents to such animated characters as Robin in the various 'Batman' and 'Superfriends' cartoons and to Alexander Cabot III from 'Josey and the Pussycats', amongst others.

Answer: No

Lest we forget, Shaggy also regularly indulges in those tasty culinary tidbits, satisfying his neverending desire for anything edible. But Scooby and Shaggy are not the only ones who find Scooby Snacks to be irresistable, they are now marketed in the form of vanilla-flavored wafers, consumable for individuals such as you and me! There is also an official brand of dog treats that are labeled 'Scooby Snacks'. Be sure to keep them locked up when Shaggy visits!

Answer: Fred

Frederick Herman Jones, usually shortened to 'Fred' or 'Freddie', is the de facto leader of Scooby-Doo's small cohort. And who could resist the charms of Mr. Fred Jones? The guy has it all, a powerful mind, the face of Adonis, a statuesque body, killer wheels and two hot women at his side (yes, Velma is also hot!)

Answer: Neither of them

Actually, 'Zoinks!' is the catchphrase of Shaggy. I have no idea of the etymology of the expression. Daphne (last name: Blake) would utter the word 'Jeepers!' in certain situations, while Velma Dinkley would fire off an occasional 'Jinkies!' as a way of expressing astonishment or consternation.

Answer: Flowers

The Mystery Machine was fully equipped with flamethrowers, mounted laser-sited machine guns, stealth mode, oil slick capability, voice-activated auto-drive, turbo jet propulsion and a fully automated computerized tracking system linked to a satellite network. Okay, not really. Actually, it just had a few seats, some seat belts and some lovely armrests. It was a very reliable vehicle.

Answer: Richard Nixon and his cabinet

Okay, so the Stooges, the Globetrotters and Phyllis Diller are funny. Acknowledged. But imagine the humor if Scooby Doo and the gang encountered Tricky Dick and his political pals? Do you think Scooby-Doo would have been entered into the 'Enemies List'? Perhaps the gang could have been depicted solving the Watergate break-in? It's not really G. Gordon Liddy, it's old man Withers!

Answer: Scrappy

Some suggest that the introduction of Scrappy-Doo was the official 'Jumping the Shark' moment for the Scooby-Doo franchise, and I can't entirely disagree with such sentiments. However, Scrappy is by far a better creation than that obnoxious little red-headed character that they introduced on 'Diff'rent Strokes', and in fact, is perhaps even a bit more palatable than Cousin Oliver from the final years of Brady Bunch.

Answer: The Scooby Doobies

Among the characters on the Scooby Doobie team were: Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Scooby-Dum, Dynomutt, The Blue Falcon, Captain Caveman and his Teen Angels, Speed Buggy, Tinker, Babu and Hong Kong Phooey. Apparently Fred, the primadonna, would not compete due to a knee injury suffered while playing high school football.

Answer: False

Actually, there have been several new series since the demise of Scooby-Doo's puppy self. 'What's New, Scooby-Doo?' ran from 2002 to 2005. 'Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get a Clue!' began its run in 2006. There have also been several unfortunate live-action film versions made, the first in 2002 and a sequel in 2004. Unfortunate, I say, because they stunk!

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