Can You Score 100% On The Ultimate Big Bang Theory Quiz?
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When the CBS series, The Big Bang Theory, was first released in 2007, people didn't know how it would be received by the general public. While the characters were likable enough, they didn't have typical life experiences that people could relate to and they had interests that some would characterize as peculiar. Yet, the show garnered a huge fan base and many even accredited the series for being part of the reason why the "Geek Chic" trend became so popular. It was no longer seen as nerdy to wear glasses and the world seemed to embrace all those special interests that were once thought of as peculiar.
The series delved into popular science fiction franchises like Star Wars and Star Trek and had a multitude of characters that added depth to the series. It seems like everyone has their own favorite characters from the show but no one can deny the fact that the show wouldn't be as great without such a complex mix of different personalities. From the foreign charm of Raj to the eccentricities of Sheldon to the sex appeal of Penny, all of these characters come together to create a truly special sitcom that brings on the laughs. The series has starred a number of A-list actors, whether through guest spots or recurring roles. Yet, the popularity of the show has also sparked the careers of the main cast as well. Whether you're a huge fan of the series that has binge-watched on more than one occasion or you just want to test your basic knowledge, check out our quiz on this popular CBS sitcom.
What is the type of food they eat during this first gathering?
In the very first episode of the series, Penny moves in across the hall from Leonard Hofstadter and Sheldon Cooper. Leonard is instantly captivated by her beauty and there is definitely some awkwardness when the three of them interact together. After the initial encounter, Leonard decides that he wants to ask Penny if she would like to join them for dinner. It's a common occurrence for the cast of The Big Bang Theory to partake in takeout in the series. What is the type of food they eat during this first gathering?
Sheldon’s favorite transportation
Sheldon Cooper is undoubtedly the breakout character in The Big Bang Theory since so much of the series revolves around the other characters trying to deal with his many eccentricities. While he's known for becoming overly fixated on seemingly ordinary elements of daily life, there is one fascination that he seems to favor over all others. There is a particular mode of transportation that he is obsessed with and it almost became a change in occupation. What is this mode of transportation?
Where did these two meet?
There have actually been a number of A-list actors that have been featured in the series, from Octavia Spencer to Adam West. Yet, there was one episode in Season 9 that really stood out. Although there have been scientists that have been featured on the series, Elon Musk's appearance was like a personal hero moment for the engineer, Howard Wolowitz. Their meeting allowed him to talk about his time working with Nasa and Musk even wanted to exchange their contact information for prospective work with his company. Where did these two meet?
Science hero
Throughout the series, many of the characters bring up famous scientists that have made major contributions to the world of science over the years. One of these scientists is thought of as Sheldon Cooper's personal science hero and the group even finds a van that was previously owned by him to embark on a bachelor party trip for Leonard. The trip didn't go as planned after the van caught a flat tire and it ultimately ended in a big ball of fire. What is the name of this scientist?
Leonard and Penny’s wedding: where was the actual wedding?
Leonard and Penny's relationship has been on-again/off-again throughout the series and even their engagement seemed to cause their friends and family to come up with a variety of questions. This is probably due to the fact that there were numerous proposals while they were dating and their engagement seemed a little lengthy. When they finally decided to tie the knot, it was actually Penny's idea to finalize their vows. Their friends were able to stream the whole thing online, but where was the actual wedding?
What was this science character's name?
Throughout The Big Bang Theory, there have been a number of guest stars that have appeared on the show. There were some that played themselves, like Adam West and Elon Musk. Yet, there were others that came on to portray a character. Bob Newhart appeared as a semi-recurring role and was a beloved character on the series. Before his death, Newhart's character was featured in a number of episodes and seemed like a hero of sorts to Sheldon. Both Leonard and Sheldon remembered watching him from his science show character when they were children. What was this science character's name?
Where is Sheldon's spot in his apartment with Leonard?
While Sheldon Cooper seems to have strong feelings about practically ever single aspect of his life, one of the first things that people think about regarding this character is his need to find just the right spot in sitting somewhere. From within his own apartment to sitting at a movie theater, there is a "sweet spot" that offers the optimum environment for him. He usually coins it as "my spot," and claims eternal ownership of it. Well, this is the case for inside his apartment with Leonard. Where is Sheldon's spot in his apartment with Leonard?
Emily or Cinnamon? What is Raj's dog's name?
Raj is finally in a committed relationship that seems very loving and agreeable. Emily is beautiful and intelligent, and is even a respected dermatologist. Yet, the group can't help but comment on how he has another quite serious relationship in his life outside of Emily and that is his dog. Raj has an ultra close relationship with his dog that has sparked the group to play a game where they recite a quote from Raj and decide whether he was talking about Emily or his dog. What is his dog's name?
Bernadette’s talent
It seems like everyone in the series has a deep dark secret from their past that causes them embarrassment. Penny can't seem to live down the topless scene from a B-list film she made and Raj stripped all of his clothes off at a coffee shop. While Bernadette's character seems really strong and intelligent, she isn't free of her own embarrassing past moments. The girls start digging into her past and finds out that she used to be in beauty pageants. What was her talent?
Howard’s Mom’s food
While Howard had always complained about his mother throughout the series, he was completely devastated when he found at that she died. She went on a trip to visit family and Howard felt incredibly guilty about not driving her to the airport. When Howard and Bernadette went over to his mother's house, they realized that there had been a power outage. The outage caused all of the food in the freezer to start defrosting, which was all of the last food his Mom had ever made. What did they do with the food?
Who's fault is it that the elevator is broken?
For the entirety of the series, the gang has had to use the stairs in Leonard and Sheldon's apartment building. They've often complained about having to walk up and down flights of stairs and there has even been small characters that have commented on the broken elevator. From the food delivery personnel to Leonard's parents, it seems like everyone is concerned over the broken elevator. In a flashback episode, audiences finally found out who the culprit was in breaking the elevator. Who's fault is it that the elevator is broken?
Leonard’s live-in girlfriend - What was her name?
Throughout the series, it's interesting that the characters have had a multitude of different relationships. While they're coined as socially awkward and lacking in charisma, that hasn't stopped them from having different girlfriends or partaking in a quick hook-up. One of Leonard Hofstadter's girlfriends even tried to move herself in to their apartment in order to further their relationship. She seemed like a great addition to the group because Sheldon felt she would complete their Star Trek landing party because she was a doctor. What was her name?
ho were the first to have a baby?
With the series taking place over a number of years, it's inevitable that the characters would change and evolve. Many of the characters started off with debilitating social awkwardness that has diminished over time. Raj no longer needs alcohol in order to talk to women and even Sheldon has made progress in his germ phobia. Just as their personalities have changed, so has their relationship statuses. From longtime girlfriends to a few weddings throughout the series, these characters aren't just singles any longer. Who were the first to have a baby?
Raj gets in a magazine. What was the name of the magazine?
Many of the characters in the series have been praised for their scientific contributions. From being asked to speak at various universities to new job opportunities. While Penny has spent a great deal of time trying to become famous as an actress, it's interesting that many of the other characters have become famous in their own way. In one episode, Raj garnered a huge amount of attention as an astrophysicist. He made the list for the hottest people to watch under 30, which was featured in a prestigious magazine. What was the name of the magazine?
Mystery box
After Leonard told Penny that the guys were going to pick him takeout food, they wound up following a guy to a sale that caused them to all chip in on a $60 mystery box. They didn't have time to go through the whole box but were pleasantly surprised to see some great collectibles inside. Yet, the biggest find was a particular movie prop that was later believed to be worth a lot of money. The guys all fight over this item and make up a game that says the owner is whoever holds it longest. What is it?
Where was the last location at the scavenger hunt?
The majority of the characters in the series have graduated from elite universities, which have a history of conducting scavenger hunts based on logic and science. The group decided to conduct their own scavenger hunt, which was created by Raj. He is known for his love of party planning and this scavenger hunt was a perfect substitute for his murder mystery dinner party. There were a variety of different locations for the scavenger hunt but the final one truly stood out. Where was the last location at the scavenger hunt?
Serial Ape-ist 2: Who wore the gorilla bikini costume?
While Penny had been struggling as an actress, she took a role early on in her career that she truly regretted. In Serial Ape-ist, she played a human being attacked by a murderous gorilla and had to appear topless in a shower scene. The film later garnered a small following and a sequel was being made. Penny had to wrestle with the choice of starring in the sequel and ultimately regretted her choice to sign on. While filming, she was fired and someone else wore the costume she was going to wear. Who wore the gorilla bikini costume?
Who ditched Raj at the coffee shop?
It has been a long journey for Raj due to his issues around women. When the series first began, his character was introduced as having an inability to talk when a woman was present. This later changed to allow him to talk in front of women, as long as he had some alcohol. At the comic book store, he seemed to really come out of his shell when he asked a girl out for coffee. However, she wound up ditching him at the coffee shop, which flung him into a depressive state. What was the girl's name?
This stop drastically changed their journey. What happened?
In the thirteenth episode of Season 6, the whole gang is excited about going to a comic book convention in Bakersfield. While it's not as big as Comic-Con, it's still big enough to have the guys dress up in complete costumes of the characters from Star Trek: Next Generation. While on the road to the convention, they decided to stop off at Vasquez Rocks, which is the actual film location for real-life episodes of Star Trek. This stop drastically changed their journey. What happened?
Whats the name of the worm?
Howard has always had a bit of an uncomfortable relationship with Bernadette's parents. While it's partly due to the fact that he and Bernadette were raised with different religions, it's mostly due to how different he is compared to his rough and tough father-in-law. In an effort to get Howard and her father to spend some time together, she suggests that they go on a fishing trip together. Howard turns to Penny to help prepare for the fishing trip but seems grossed out about the worm. He even gives the worm a name. What does he name the worm?
. What does Amy do in preparation of the upcoming birthday present?
When Amy and Sheldon decide to renew their relationship, it is right around the time of Amy's birthday. Sheldon has to think of something special that he can give her and enlists Penny and Bernadette's help in what they think she would want. He has a few suggestions he's thinking about and ultimately decides that his gift to her will be "his genitals." In order for Amy not to be too taken aback by her upcoming birthday, the girls tell her what Sheldon is planning. What does Amy do in preparation of the upcoming birthday present?
Where did Stewart live while the comic book store was getting restored?
In the season finale of The Big Bang Theory, a horrible accident occurs at the comic book store. Stewart was using a hotplate that caught the building on fire and the whole place was destroyed. The comic book store wasn't exactly making Stewart millions in sales but the loss of it was more than just a business, it was also his residence. While he spent some time with Raj, he ultimately found a new home when he was taken in by someone on the show. Where did Stewart live while the comic book store was getting restored?
Raj stole a line from Howard and it helped break the ice. What was the line?
In Season 2 of the series, everyone but Penny is traveling to San Francisco to attend a conference. While it would have been much more convenient and economical to travel by plane, the group is forced to travel by train due to Sheldon's insistence. While on the train, the group runs into the real-life actress, Summer Glau. They are enamored with her due to her appearance in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles and they think of ways to approach her. Raj stole a line from Howard and it helped break the ice. What was the line?
Closet find
In everyone's house, there is that one area that seems to become completely overwhelmed and unorganized. In Howard and Bernadette's case, there is a closet that is just overflowing with odds and ends that look like a giant mess. When they invite the group over for a dinner party, they show the closet to Sheldon hoping that he will organize it for them. Yet, his thorough nature caused him to find something that was purposefully discarded in the closet. What did he find?
“Moment that I met you, Bernadette”
With Bernadette working at a large pharmaceutical company, it's inevitable that she will come into contact with various drugs and diseases. In an episode in Season 7, Bernadette was admitted to the hospital and was being quarantined as a precaution after coming into contact with a particular disease. Howard brought the gang to the hospital to sing her a song he had written for her for the anniversary of their first date. Thankfully, she didn't contract the horrible virus linked to a particular animal. What was the name of this virus?