Can You Get 100% On The Michael Scott Quiz That Even Dwight Would Fail?
- by Jenna Smith
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From 2005-2013, audiences tuned into NBC weekly to watch the popular television sitcom, the Office. Viewers still love the American version of the show, but now must catch old reruns on Netflix, instead. What makes the show so enjoyable, aside from the heartwarming relationship plots, deadpan humour and well developed characters is the lead, Michael Scott.
Michael Scott, played by funnyman Steve Carell, is the regional manager at the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company's Scranton branch in Pennsylvania. When a local news channel decides to create a documentary on daily life at the branch, the world was introduced to Michael Scott, on the show and in real life.
Michael is a complex character. He has many characteristics, some which are lovable, others which are at times deplorable. His antics at the Dunder Mifflin office in Scranton creates both a hectic environment where it may be hard to get any work done, but also gives employees and viewers lovable and funny moments to enjoy.
Michael Scott is the central character for 7 out of 9 of the Office's seasons. Understandably, viewers learn a lot about his likes and dislikes, his passions and his ambitions. Are you a true fan of the Office? If so, let's see how well you know the show's lead.
Initially, Who Is Michael Scott's Best Friend?
Michael Scott wants everyone to love him, but more often than not, he does not love everyone he meets. Sometimes, he loves people who do not want to give him the time of day, or who are just plain bad for him. Michael has one friend in particular that the entire office hates because of his vulgarity and inconsiderate behaviour. Eventually Michael realizes this particular character is no good and loses respect for him. However, until the show's 7th season Michael considers this man his best friend.
Who Is Michael Scott's Enemy?
This poor character is treated poorly at times by almost every employee of Dunder Mifflin due to his perceived annoyingness. However, there is no doubt that he suffers the most from Michael Scott's wrath. Michael Scott very much dislikes this character because he is supposedly always ruining Michael's fun by putting a stop to his antics, pranks and offensive jokes. Which character is the bane of Michael Scott's existence?
Who Does Michael Scott Name as His Assistant?
Despite the constant parties and pranks pulled by Michael Scott, he really does have a lot of work as the regional manager of the Scranton branch of paper company Dunder Mifflin. Because of his duties, Michael named one of his most loyal and hardworking employees as his assistant. Be careful here, this particular employee is not the assistant regional manager, but is simply the assistant to the regional manager. Which character is this?
What is the Name of the Office Award Ceremony that Michael Created and Hosts Annually?
Despite Michael Scott's antics, dislike for some people in the office and ability to distract all of his employees, he is at times great at boosting office morale. Michael Scott creates an award ceremony and grants each member of Dunder Mifflin Scranton awards specific to their talents, personality traits and sometimes looks. Although the awards may sometimes be offensive, most employees are proud to win one. Do you remember the name of the awards show that Michael hosts?
Who starts out as Michael Scott's Boss?
Funnily enough, the childish Michael Scott plays boss to everyone at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch (except Human Resource representative Toby Flenderson). It may be hard to remember that there are people who are Michael Scott's supervisors and must deal with and control all his antics. Dunder Mifflin is separated into two groups: workers in regional offices, and those working at the company's headquarters in New York City, known as corporate. Michael reports to those working in NYC, but which particular corporate is his supervisor?
Where Did Michael Scott Grow Up?
Michael Scott is the regional manager of the Dunder Mifflin branch in Scranton. Scranton is a mid-sized town located about 2 hours from New York City in the state of Pennsylvania. The regional office is filled with more than a dozen employees, some of whom were born and raised in Scranton, others who moved to the town later in life. Michael Scott often discusses his favourite joints and things to in Scranton. He clearly does not keep his love for the town a secret, but where did Michael spend his formative years?
Where Did Michael Go to College?
Some of the employees at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch continued schooling after high school, including the accountants and some of the paper salesman. When Ryan Howard, the young temp, enrols in business school where he takes night classes to help him move up in the corporate world, Michael gives an infamous speech at one of his lectures. Michael, when trying to fit in with his employees may mention his college years, but where did he really go to school?
What is the Name of Michael's Infamous Screenplay?
Michael Scott began his career as a salesman at Dunder Mifflin and climbed the ranks to become the Scranton office's regional manager. His affinity and talent for sales may be hard to imagine, but is not ignored. Despite these talents, Michael is known to dabble in his creative side. He loves taking improv classes after work and often amuses his employees with sometimes funny, sometimes offensive impersonations. Salesman Jim Halpert finds a screenplay written by Michael in the office, and the whole office joins in on a reading. What is the screenplay called?
What Minor Injury Does Michael Obtain in the Episode Titled, The Injury?
Even from watching just one episode of the Office, viewers can understand Michael Scott's need for attention and the laughable ways he tries to get people to notice and talk to him. Michael slightly injures himself in this episode and expects all the employees to wait on him and comfort him. He particularly seeks the help of assistant Pam Beasley and the temp, Ryan Howard, both of whom are unwilling to take him seriously. What minor injury does Michael obtain?
What Does Michael Buy Ryan Howard for Secret Santa?
Most of the folks at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch love to enjoy themselves during work hours, which is highly encouraged by Michael Scott. The office throws a party for everyone's birthday, for Halloween and for Christmas. During one Christmas party, the employees all participate in a game of Secret Santa with a strict and minimal budget. However, when Michael learns he must buy a present for Ryan Howard, he goes all out, much to the annoyance of the other employees. What does he buy?
Which Employee Does Michael Hit with his Car?
During Michael Scott's time at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch, he has many accidents, sometimes hurting only himself and sometimes hurting other people. He is generally understood as a clumsy, relatively irresponsible character who dislikes always admitting his mistakes. When driving into work one morning, Michael is distracted from chatting with the camera crew and accidentally hits one of his employees. Which Dunder Mifflin employee does Michael hit with his car?
When Michael Temporarily Leaves Dunder Mifflin, What Does He Name his New Company?
When the New York City office decides to send a senior level Dunder Mifflin employee to oversee the Scranton Branch, this corporate employee, in Michael's eyes, overstays his welcome and oversteps his boundaries by enforcing strict work rules and cancelling Michael's 15th anniversary office party. Michael becomes infuriated and tensions rise. Eventually Michael drives to the Dunder Mifflin headquarters and spontaneously quits his job. He later decides to start his own paper business, what does he choose to call this short-lived company?
What Does Michael Do to Relieve Stress at the Branch?
Michael Scott's antics in the Dunder Mifflin Scranton office can definitely get stressful, especially if you are just there to work and save some money. Many of the employees openly tell Michael off when his wacky ideas and behaviours get out of hand, but what happens when he does not listen? In season 5, Stanley Hudson suffers a heart attack and it soon becomes painfully clear that Michael's behaviour is partly what caused it. How does Michael relieve stress in the office after learning this?
Who Moves in with Michael After Losing Their Job?
During the last episode of the 3rd season of the Office, Scranton branch employees like Jim Halpert and his then girlfriend Karen Filipelli interview for another position at the Dunder Mifflin corporation. It is revealed later that the position they are interviewing for belongs to an important character who is not yet aware that they will be fired. After this employee is fired, they move in with Michael and live off his earnings. Who moves in with Michael after being fired from Dunder Mifflin?
What Curable Illness Does Michael Organize a Fundraiser For?
After hitting Meredith with his car, Michael tries to deflect attention from the incident by falsely claiming that Meredith is suffering from a particular illness. He tries to win back the respect of the Scranton branch's employees by organizing a "Run for the Cure." All the employees must run a route around Scranton to raise awareness for this curable and rare virus. What curable illness does Michael fundraise for in an attempt to have his employees forget about his behaviour?
Where Does Michael Get a Second Job to Support Jan's Lifestyle?
After Jan Levinson loses her job, she moves in with her then-boyfriend, Michael Scott. Jan decides to dedicate her time to her relationship with Michael and to starting a candle company. Despite not earning any money, Jan leads a luxurious lifestyle, forcing Michael to sell his cars to buy a Porsche and ordering food instead of cooking. Although Michael is a supervisor at Dunder Mifflin, he cannot support Jan's lifestyle without finding a second job. Where does Michael work temporarily during evenings?
What Going-Away Present Does Michael Try and Give Toby When He Moves to Costa Rica?
Michael Scott does not keep his distaste, and possibly even hate, for Human Resources Representative Toby Flenderson a secret. Michael sees Toby as the opposite of everything he stands for, which includes having fun, goofing off, being offensive and generally not getting much work done on a typical work day. When Toby announces he is leaving Dunder Mifflin to move to Costa Rica, Michael decides to give Toby a gift to show him one last time how much he dislikes him. What does he try and give him?
Which Dunder Mifflin Employee Went to High School with Michael Scott?
As previously mentioned, Michael Scott was born and brought up in Scranton. Another Dunder Mifflin employee is also revealed to have been born and brought up in Scranton and even attended high school with Michael. Although Michael often tries to make fun of this particular employee for their age, this person has retaliated in the past by making it known that they are actually the same age because they were in the same graduating class. Which employee attended high school with Michael?
What Company, Started by Ryan Howard, Does Michael Invest In?
Everyone at Dunder Mifflin knows how much Michael Scott loves temp, Ryan Howard. Despite Ryan's selfish behaviour, mistreatment toward employee Kelly Kapoor and overall lack of care, Michael is entirely enamoured with his youth and supposed coolness. When Ryan starts a small company, Michael invests a lot of money in hopes that Ryan will start liking him back and spending more time with him outside the office. Ryan's company does not succeed because of his lack of work ethic, but Michael does not give up hope until the very end.
Which Female Employee Does Michael Try to Kiss?
Michael Scott is determined to find love. Michael's desire to find love often results in him feeling bitter about other people's relationships. After a Diwali party hosted by Kelly Kapoor, Michael misreads friendship dynamics while talking to a Dunder Mifflin female employee trying to comfort him about his relationship struggles. Which female employee does Michael try to kiss, much to her disgust?
Which Male Employee Does Michael Try to Kiss?
Michael may at times upset certain employees a the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch for stealing the spotlight, or saying offensive things. When he gets in trouble, he has a hard time figuring out ways to make things right. After using an offensive term, Michael thinks he can make thing better by kissing one of his employees in front of the whole office staff. Understandably, this doesn't fix things, but makes things somewhat worse. Who does he kiss?
Which of the Following Ladies Has Michael Never Dated?
As previously mentioned, Michael Scott is eager to find love, have kids and be surrounded by a large family. His quest sees him date many different women, some normal, others not so much. Which of the following ladies has Michael Scott never dated?
Which Dunder Mifflin Employee's Mother Does Michael Briefly Date?
Sticking with the theme of love and dating, Michael Scott's eagerness sometimes knows no bounds. He is not always logical or sensitive about who he dates. After meeting this particularly lady at a significant family event to which he was invited, Michael begins dating her, much to the chagrin and disgust of her child. He eventually calls things off after realizing how old she is, causing even more anger from this particular employee.
What is Michael Scott's Middle Name?
Michael Scott reveals a lot about his personal life, from his dislike for his stepfather to the fact that he hung out with his school's cafeteria lady as a child because he had no other friends. Amid the countess details given to viewers about Michael's life, can you remember one of the most basic facts? What is Michael Scott's Middle Name? No, you're not allowed to look this one up!
What is the Nickname Given to the Group of High School Students Whose University Tuition Michael Promises to Pay?
Does Michael Scott want to help people, or does he just want to be in the spotlight? Even if he want to help people, he at times makes decisions or promises he cannot keep. In this case, he promises a group of high school students that he will pay their college tuition if they graduate high school and get into a university program. Michael's promise makes headlines and the group of students are given this nickname.
How Does Michael Meet Carol Stills?
During season 3 of the Office, Michael Scott dates Carol Stills. Carol is sweet and for the most part puts up with Michael's intensity and bizarre quirks. However, everyone has their threshold. After prematurely proposing to Carol, and adding his photograph to her family photos with her children, Carol calls it quits after a few months of dating. How does Michael first meet Carol?
What Dish Does Michael Bring to a Fancy Catered Party Hosted by David Wallace?
David Wallace is a Dunder Mifflin hotshot. He works in corporate at the Dunder Mifflin headquarters in New York City. Not only does he oversee Michael Scott, but he also supervises Michael Scott's boss, and later girlfriend, Jan. When David Wallace invites Michael and Jan to a Dunder Mifflin party at his mansion home, Michael does not understand just how fancy the party will be. Although the party is catered, likely by gourmet chefs, Michael kindly brings this dish to the party.
How Does Michael Meet Holly Flax?
Holly Flax first appears in season 4. Although Michael dislikes her for a moment, he quickly grows very fond of her. Holly is quirky and her dorky behaviour and interests perfectly complements Michaels. The Holly and Michael bond over references from films, impersonations and the art of comedy. The two begin dating and have a great time together. But how does Michael Scott first meet Holly Flax?
Why Do Holly and Michael First Break-Up?
Very shortly after Holly Flax makes an appearance on the Office, it is obvious that her and Michael are meant to be together. Their rapport and affection for one another is far better than any of Michael's previous girlfriends. Before Holly and Michael eventually do get married, they experience somewhat of a long break-up that greatly upsets Michael. Why do Holly and Michael break up?
Where Does Michael Move After He and Holly Get Engaged?
In all of the Office's 9 seasons, Michael Scott's proposal to Holly Flax is one of the most significant moments. Michael, who has had little to no luck with the ladies for most of his life, finally finds his ideal partner. Unfortunately for employees of Dunder Mifflin and viewers of the Office, Michael's engagement to Holly is bittersweet. Holly wants to spend more time with her aging parents and invites Michael to move with her across states. Michael, realizing he as finally found the One, agrees to leave Scranton with her.
How Does Michael Propose to Holly?
As soon as one becomes aware of Michael Scotts plans to engage to his serious girlfriend, Holly Flax, it is hard not to speculate the ways he may mess up something perfect. Thankfully, Pam Beesly stops Michael from starting a fire in the office parking lot, in what he thinks may be a romantic gesture. He alternate plan goes swimmingly well and Holly and Michael are soon engaged. How does Michael propose to Holly?
Which Major Secret About an Employee Does Michael Not Give Away
Although everyone may have expected him to spill the beans, it is not Michael who reveals this big secret to the friends and family of this person at a significant event. Many employees know not to trust Michael with secrets, and he himself knows he has trouble keeping them. Michael almost always reveals things about employees to others, so often in fact, that after revealing Stanley's affair, Michael tries to deflect from the truth by making up rumours about everyone at the office.
Why Does Michael Have to Participate in a Counselling Session with Toby?
Having to listen, talk to and take advice from Toby Flenderson is stuff of nightmares for Michael Scott. Yet, after hiring his nephew as an intern and the mishaps that follow, Michael is ordered by corporate to do a counselling session with Toby. Although Michael does not take the session seriously, Toby does make some headway in improving their relationship. Why does Michael have to undergo counselling with Toby?
Why Does Michael Want to Have Many Children?
Michael Scott often speaks about his desire to have children and his fear that he is quickly aging. A large part of Michael's quest to find a good relationship is because he is eager to start a family and be surrounded by children. In the shows finale, we learn that Michael is so happy to have children, he needs two phones to store pictures of them. Why does Michael want to have many children?
Who Was One of Michael Scott's Bosses at Dunder Mifflin?
This one is super tricky if you do not religiously watch the Office. Considering that Michael's time at Dunder Mifflin spans over 15 years, it is easy to believe that he has had other bosses long before Jan Levinson and Jo Bennett. When Michael learns that one of his former bosses has passed away, he makes everyone at the office take a day off work to discuss grief. Who was Michael Scott's former boss who passed away?
What Illness Does Michael Get During the Summer Between Season 6 and Season 7?
You have to have a really great memory to remember this one! Michael often has to deal with bad circumstances due to a mixture of bad luck and poor choices. In the first episode of season 7, Michael tells the documentary camera crew that he got sick over the summer after spending time at a lake, causing him to lose a lot of weight. What illness did Michael suffer?
Which of Michael's Ex-Girlfriends Has a Baby After They Break Up?
Many of the women Michael dates disappear from the Office after their relationship ends. Many, but not all. This particular girlfriend, one of Michael's more colourful partners, decides to get pregnant through a sperm donor and be a single mother. For a moment, Michael believes he is the child's father, but this character quickly reassures him that he is not. Despite having no relationship to the baby, Michael decides to throw this character a baby shower, in typical Michael fashion.
In An Earlier Season, Who Doesn't Invite Michael to Their Party?
This Dunder Mifflin employee throws a barbecue at their home in the 2nd season of the Office. Dunder Mifflin employees can expect lots of beer, hamburgers and a fun night of karaoke, all of them excluding Michael. This character decided not to invite Michael so that the other employees could have a fun night without being awkward around their boss. Nevertheless, Michael shows up and takes over the karaoke machine.
At Whose Wedding is Michael the Best Man?
Despite the employees of the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch showing annoyance or disdain for Michael, they ultimately love, respect and appreciate him. One employee in particular has always looked up to Michael and appreciated his authority. This character is happily surprised when Michael makes a trip from Colorado to not only attend his wedding, but to act as best man.
How Did Michael Scott Get Into Improv?
Michael loves improv and occasionally goes to improv classes after work. At these classes, he often annoys the other members by making many scenes about him, or ending scenes dramatically. Michael shows his creative side through many facets, but his improvisational skills are certainly his funniest. How did Michael Scott first get into improv acting?
Whose Art Show Does Michael Attend?
The employees at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch have lives outside of selling paper, doing accounts, working as a reception or as a customer service representative. One character in particular decided to take their passion for art seriously by enrolling in classes. When no one from the office shows up to support this persons work, audiences are touched by Michaels appearances. He encourages them and buys a piece of their art.
Where Does Michael Consider the "New Golf Course?"
When Jan and Michael go on a sales lunch to pitch a business deal to the county of Lackawanna, where Scranton is located, Jan suggests meeting at the hotel the Radison. Michael believes this is too "snooty" and changes to meeting to a family style restaurant which he considers the "new golf course," alluding to business deals that often take place on fancy golf courses. Where does Michael switch the meeting to?
Where Does Michael Take His Employees For His Birthday?
In season 2, Michael Scott's birthday falls on an unfortunate day. The entire staff at the Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch are anxiously waiting for their colleague, Kevin, to hear back about tests being done at the hospital. In true Michael style, Mr. Scott is annoyed that nobody is paying attention to him on his special day. Despite the anxious office environment, Michael decides to take his staff out for some fun. Where do they go?
Who Does Pam Beesly Try and Set Michael Up With?
When Michael breaks up with longtime girlfriend and former boss Jan Levinson, he is distraught by his dating prospects. He demands that everyone in the office recommend a friend, or someone they know, whom he can date. Many of the Dunder Mifflin employees prank him, giving him names like Wendy, from the fastfood chain. However, Pam takes Michael seriously and recommends he meet up with somebody she knows. Who does she suggest?
What Is Michael's Favourite Pizza Joint in NYC?
When the Dunder Mifflin branch does exceptionally well, David Wallace invites to the Dunder Mifflin HQ in New York City to have lunch. After driving to New York with the documentary camera crew, Michael goes to Times Square and proclaims that this specific franchise is his favourite NYC pizza, laughable because it can be found anywhere in the United States. Which pizza place does Michael mistakenly believe is distinctly from New York?