Only A Real Walking Dead Fan Will Be Able To Pass This Rick Grimes Quiz
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When The Walking Dead first premiered in 2010, it wasn't known whether or not the series would be a hit with a television audience. At the time, the world seemed like it was completely enthralled with the vampire craze since the first Twilight film was released in 2008. Delving into an all-new monster craze was a bit of a test for The Walking Dead but it worked out better than anyone could have ever hoped. The series became the highest rated show on television and even beat out sporting events in regards to viewership. Audiences loved seeing what the world would be like in a zombie apocalypse and the storyline was something that constantly kept people guessing.
While the special effects and makeup definitely helped to drive home the story, it was the characters that really drew in the fans. Rick Grimes became a huge favorite in the show, as the main character and the hero of the group. Audiences continued to tune in with each new episode and it doesn't look like people are growing tired of seeing Rick and his group battle the walkers and the villains in the show. No one knows how the series will end since the show has strayed a bit from the comics but everyone is still excited to find out. Test your own knowledge on how well you know Rick Grimes and see if you've been paying attention over the past 8 seasons.
What was Rick’s job prior to the zombie apocalypse?
When The Walking Dead series first began, audiences got to see the world through the eyes of Rick Grimes. He awoke in a hospital bed and seemed utterly perplexed by how the world had changed while he was in a coma. He wasn't at all prepared for the dangers inside the hospital and he definitely wasn't prepared to see what the world was like outside of the hospital. It became instantly clear that things were completely different from what his life was like prior to his coma. What was Rick’s job prior to the zombie apocalypse?
What was the name of Rick’s former partner when he was working as a police officer?
Prior to the zombie apocalypse, Rick was working as a police officer and there were flashback clips of what his life was like with his partner. The two of them seemed to have an extremely close relationship and they had a love for each other akin to brothers. Yet, their relationship changed after the world fell apart and they often bumped heads on how to proceed with the group. What was the name of Rick’s former partner when he was working as a police officer?
What was the name of the person that saved Rick from off of the street after he escaped from the hospital?
When Rick first woke up in the hospital, he was completely alone. The flashback scenes showed how he had found himself in the coma in the first place but there was a huge gap in time that put him into a state of confusion. After breaking out of the hospital, it became instantly apparent that he would need some sort of help. What was the name of the person that saved Rick from off of the street after he escaped from the hospital?
What was the name of the person that saved Rick from being trapped inside the tank?
When Rick left Morgan and made his way into the city, he had no idea how overrun it was with hoards of walkers. It didn't take long for him to be completely overwhelmed by the walkers and he had to take refuge inside of an abandoned tank. It didn't seem like he would be able to get out on his own so he was quite lucky to get help from a stranger. What was the name of the person that saved Rick from being trapped inside the tank?
What type of gun is the favorite weapon for Rick Grimes?
All of the characters in The Walking Dead seem to have their own favorite type of weapon that they are known for carrying with them at all times and that they find comfortable in using. In the case of Rick Grimes, it seems like he is handy with any type of weapon that he can find. Yet, there is one particular type of gun that is his signature weapon. What type of gun is the favorite weapon for Rick Grimes?
What did Rick drop in the city when his horse became overrun with walkers?
When Rick left Morgan and his son, he started making his way into the city. Yet, he was completely unprepared with the amount of walkers that were walking the streets. It didn't take long for the walkers to surround his horse and he was forced to make a run for it on foot. While the horse was eaten by the walkers, that wasn't the only thing lost. What did Rick drop in the city when his horse became overrun with walkers?
What was the name of the leader of “The Vatos Group” that Rick negotiated with for his bag of guns?
When Rick first went into the city, he was completely overrun by the hoard of walkers. His horse was eaten by the walkers and he was forced to drop his bag during the chaos. When the group was heading back into the city to rescue Merle from the rooftop, Rick knew that it was crucial to retrieve the bag of guns. Yet, he wasn't the only one that was after the bag. What was the name of the leader of “The Vatos Group” that Rick negotiated with for his bag of guns?
What was the name of the person that Lori was having an affair with when she thought that Rick had died?
With Rick being in a coma when the zombie apocalypse first broke out, it was a bit of a mystery to discover what was happening with his family. Rick awoke in the hospital all alone and he was forced to go looking for his family, which led him to an empty home. Yet, his wife had seemed to move on without him and wound up starting a new romantic relationship. What was the name of the person that Lori was having an affair with when she thought that Rick had died?
What was the name of the person that Rick gave the key to when leaving the city?
When Rick found himself in the group of Atlanta survivors stuck in the city, it became apparent that there were some personalities that didn't exactly work well with others. Merle was seen as a racist and very volatile, which ultimately led to him being handcuffed to a pipe on the roof. When they all left the city, Rick handed the key to the handcuffs to a member of their group. What was the name of the person that Rick gave the key to when leaving the city?
What was the name of the man that shot Rick’s son outside of Hershel’s farm?
During the early seasons of The Walking Dead, Rick's son was particularly vulnerable. He seemed to be constantly trying to look out for him since he wasn't exactly in the best position to fight off walkers on his own. On top of that, he didn't seem to have much common sense when it came to keeping himself safe. Yet, there wasn't much anyone could do to avoid his gunshot wound when he was in the woods. What was the name of the man that shot Rick’s son outside of Hershel’s farm?
What is the name of the outsider that drew on Rick at the local bar with Hershel?
When Hershel took off to a local bar, Rick was the main person that wanted to go get him and bring him back to the farm. While Glenn tried to convince Hershel, it was Rick that really seemed to talk to him about their current situation. Yet, everything changed when two outsiders made their way into the bar. Things seemed fine on the outside but there was underlying tension that erupted into a gunfight. What is the name of the outsider that drew on Rick at the local bar with Hershel?
What was the name of the boy that Rick took as a prisoner back to Hershel’s farm?
When Rick went to go bring back Hershel to the farm, he had no idea that they would encounter a group of strangers. Their encounter ultimately turned into a gun fight, which brought even more problems when their group went to look for their missing members. One of their group was left behind and Rick had the idea to take him with him back to the farm. What was the name of the boy that Rick took as a prisoner back to Hershel’s farm?
What was the name of the person that ultimately wound up going missing when the group was overrun by walkers on the highway?
When Rick and his group started making their way away from the city, they were put into a difficult situation when they reached the jam-packed highway. The cars were all stuck and it was apparent that they had to devise a plan. Yet, things went awry when a hoard of walkers made their way to the highway and Rick lost one of the members of the group in the woods. What was the name of the person that ultimately wound up going missing when the group was overrun by walkers on the highway?
What did the doctor from the Center for Disease Control say to Rick before the group left?
When the group of survivors from Atlanta made their way to the Center for Disease Control, they had high hopes that there would be a safe haven for them. While Dr. Edwin Jenner saved them from being overrun by the hoard outside of the facility, he didn't have a long term plan to keep them safe. In fact, the entire facility was set to explode and the group wound up having to run for their lives. What did the doctor from the Center for Disease Control say to Rick before the group left?
What did Rick’s wife want Glenn to get her at the local pharmacy when they were staying at Hershel’s farm?
When Rick and his group made it to Hershel's farm, it was a tense situation because of Hershel's feelings about the walkers. He still seemed to have hope that the walkers could be cured and he didn't seem to like the differing personalities in Rick's group. Yet, there was a lot going on besides their difficult living situation since Rick's wife was going through some drama because of the relationship with Shane. What did Rick’s wife want Glenn to get her at the local pharmacy when they were staying at Hershel’s farm?
What was the first name of Officer Lamson, the police officer that Rick ran over with a squad car and ultimately killed?
When Rick discovered that Beth was being held at Grady Memorial Hospital, he devised a plan to try and get her and Carol out safely. The group ultimately planned to exchange some of the officers for their people but things didn't exactly go smoothly. During one of the officers' escape attempts, Rick ran him over and then shot him in the head. What was the first name of Officer Lamson, the police officer that Rick ran over with a squad car and ultimately killed?
Where did Rick stash the gun prior to going into the gates of Alexandria?
When Rick was deciding to bring his entire group into the gates of Alexandria, it seemed like a huge leap of faith for him. He had already seen so many other groups that were truly dangerous and it was hard for him to believe that Alexandria was truly a sanctuary. As a precaution, he hid a gun outside of the gates and later went back for it but it was gone. Where did Rick stash the gun prior to going into the gates of Alexandria?
What was the name of the prison inmate that was the leader of their group?
When Rick and his group made it inside the prison, they had to face a number of different obstacles. The courtyard of the prison was overrun by walkers and the inside of the hallways were seen as death traps. Once they started making it to different areas of the prison, they were surprised to see that there was a group of inmates that were living in there. What was the name of the prison inmate that was the leader of their group?
What was the name of the blonde guy that Rick tried saving with the dislocated shoulder?
While there was a time when Rick was utterly weary of outsiders, there was also a time when he was keen on taking in new members. During his time at the prison, he stopped using his gun for a time and seemed far more interested in farming and allowing new people into the community. During one excursion, he came across someone that he wanted to bring back but things went awry. What was the name of the blonde guy that Rick tried saving with the dislocated shoulder?
How did Rick’s wife die?
When The Walking Dead series first began, it seemed like the entire storyline revolved around Rick trying to get back with his family. Yet, even when he found Lori and Carl, he was still fighting to maintain their relationship and keep their family together. There were constant safety issues surrounding keeping his family safe and eventually he couldn't save Lori. The prison wasn't completely safe and there came a time when it became completely overrun with walkers. How did Rick’s wife die?
What was the name of Rick’s adversary that was trying to take over the prison?
When Rick and his group discovered the abandoned prison, it couldn't have come at a better time. The group was in no condition to continue hopping from one place to the next and the prison seemed like the perfect location to settle down for a bit. Yet, their group wasn't the only ones to see the prison as a huge asset and it wasn't long before someone else set their sights on it. What was the name of Rick’s adversary that was trying to take over the prison?
What was the name of the man that helped keep Judith safe after the destruction of the prison?
When the prison came under attack, all of Rick's best laid plans went by the wayside. The battle turned into utter chaos and the group was dispersed. One of the most stressful aspects of the battle for Rick was the fact that he didn't know the whereabouts of Judith. When Carl and Rick found Judith's car seat, it was covered with blood and they feared the worst. What was the name of the man that helped keep Judith safe after the destruction of the prison?
Who was the first to join Rick and Carl when they became separated from the rest of their group after the destruction of the prison?
During the battle at the prison, there came a time when it seemed to be every person for themselves. While it seemed like everyone had prepared for the worst case scenario, their plans were completely blown apart when the real firepower came raining down on the prison. Rick and Carl had to abandon the prison and were left to fend for themselves for quite awhile. Who was the first to join Rick and Carl when they became separated from the rest of their group after the destruction of the prison?
Who was the familiar face that showed up at Alexandria, just in time to see Rick kill a member of their community?
When Rick joined the Atlanta survivors during the very first season of The Walking Dead, he had to face a bit of criticism because it seemed like he wouldn't be able to make the hard decisions that include turning to violence. Yet, he eventually started to change his stance on it and then it seemed like he went to the other extreme. Who was the familiar face that showed up at Alexandria, just in time to see Rick kill a member of their community?
What was the name of the leader of the Alexandria community that Rick had to convince to allow him and his people to stay?
Prior to making it to Alexandria, it seemed like all of the leaders of the various groups that they came upon had achieved their position through strength. Yet, that wasn't the case for the Alexandria community since it seemed to be far more civilized than any of the other groups that Rick and his people had encountered. What was the name of the leader of the Alexandria community that Rick had to convince to allow him and his people to stay?
What was the position that Deanna gave to Rick when he officially became a member of the Alexandria community?
When Rick and his group made it to Alexandria, they were already informed that their acceptance was completely dependent on Deanna. She had the final say as to whether or not individuals were able to remain behind the walls and she also gave jobs to those that stayed. She took certain personality characteristics into the decision that she made for their jobs. What was the position that Deanna gave to Rick when he officially became a member of the Alexandria community?
Who gave Rick a haircut after he made it to Alexandria?
When Rick and his group made it to Alexandria, they didn't exactly look like the rest of the members within the gated community. They had been living out in the woods for quite some time and it was obvious that Rick no longer cared about his physical appearance. Yet, things changed once he was able to live inside of a regular home and had access to a regular shower. Who gave Rick a haircut after he made it to Alexandria?
What was the name of the woman that Rick fell in love with at Alexandria?
When Rick and his group made it to Alexandria, it took some time for people to get acclimated to their new environment. Yet, Deanna was trying hard to get everyone to see each other as being part of the same group and it wasn't long before Rick started focusing on one particular person in the group. This was the first romantic connection he made since the death of Lori. What was the name of the woman that Rick fell in love with at Alexandria?
What was the name of the priest that ultimately gave Rick and his group shelter when they were walking in the woods?
When Rick and his group found themselves out in the woods again, it was important for them to find some place that they could shelter themselves. They wound up finding it in the most unlikely place when they heard the cries for help by a priest. He ultimately led them back to his church, which became a shelter for Rick and his group. What was the name of the priest that ultimately gave Rick and his group shelter when they were walking in the woods?
What did Rick do to the person that was discovered to have burned the prison occupants that were sick?
When there was an outbreak of illness within the prison, there was a huge panic amongst its occupants. The single death that came from the initial outbreak wound up unleashing walkers inside the prison and then a number of people began exhibiting the same signs of illness. When it seemed like the illness was contained to just two people, things got complicated when those two people were found burned. What did Rick do to the person that was discovered to have burned the prison occupants that were sick?
What was the name of the person that interfered with Rick and Daryl when they found a huge truck full of supplies?
When Rick and Daryl were in Alexandria and settling into their new role as leaders in the community, it became apparent that they weren't going to be content with just hiding behind Alexandria's walls. Rick and Daryl often ventured out to find new recruits and pick up supplies for the community. Yet, things really got interesting when they encountered someone on the road. What was the name of the person that interfered with Rick and Daryl when they found a huge truck full of supplies?
What was the name of the stranger on the road that wanted to lead them to Alexandria?
When Rick and his group found themselves back on the road, it seemed like they weren't at their strongest. Running from one location to the next and fighting off walkers at every turn was starting to take a toll on them and they were in desperate need of food and water. They didn't realize it but there was someone following them and they ultimately found out the reason. What was the name of the stranger on the road that wanted to lead them to Alexandria?
How did Rick’s son lose his eye?
Ever since the very first episode of The Walking Dead, Rick Grimes was completely focused on getting back to his family. His son, Carl, was a huge driving force to his character. While Carl grew up with each new season, Rick constantly tried to protect him and keep him safe. Yet, there were so many obstacles in his way and there were times when it seemed like Carl was hell bent in getting himself killed. How did Rick’s son lose his eye?
Who provided the distraction that saved Carl and Rick from being bashed by Negan’s bat?
While there have been a number of villains that have shown themselves throughout The Walking Dead, it seems like Negan has been the most polarizing. While some people feel like he's added a great deal to the show, others feel like he should have been killed off ages ago. During one confrontation at Alexandria, it seemed like Negan was finally going to kill Carl and Rick but something happened that saved them at the nick of time. Who provided the distraction that saved Carl and Rick from being bashed by Negan’s bat?
What was the name of the leader of “The Claimers” that Rick wound up killing by biting a huge chunk of his neck off?
When Rick, Carl, and Michonne found themselves fighting to survive after the destruction of the prison, they encountered a group that didn't exactly seem friendly. Rick was forced to kill one of "The Claimers" and the group wound up following them. When they finally reached Rick's camp, it seemed like they were all going to be killed but Rick was able to kill the leader. What was the name of the leader of “The Claimers” that Rick wound up killing by biting a huge chunk of his neck off?
What did Gareth ask about with Rick when the group was stationed at the trough?
When Rick and his group found themselves stationed at the trough at Terminus, it became clear that they weren't in the best position. They already saw a number of other people get their heads bashed in and their throats slit and it seemed like there was nothing they could do to change their circumstance. Yet, Rick was able to grab a few extra minutes when Gareth stopped the sequence to ask a particular question. What did Gareth ask about with Rick when the group was stationed at the trough?
What did Rick do to the walker head to make it look more like Gregory?
When the Saviors asked The Hilltop Colony to bring them the head of Gregory in order to secure the safety of its prisoners, it seemed like they were stuck in an incredibly difficult situation. Yet, Rick devised a plan that would ensure that none of The Hilltop Colony members would die. They decided to give them the head of a walker that resembled Gregory but a few alterations were needed. What did Rick do to the walker head to make it look more like Gregory?
Who did Negan want Rick to hack with his axe to chop off his hand?
Negan and the Saviors had a reputation of taking out a single person of a group and killing them as a show of force in a way to make the rest of the group submit. Yet, it didn't seem like that tactic was going to be the only thing he needed to make Rick submit. Negan decided that he needed to really drive home the message by forcing him to chop off the hand of someone in his group. Who did Negan want Rick to hack with his axe to chop off his hand?
Who attacked Rick when he was in the RV and trying to make it back to Alexandria while driving off the hoard?
When Rick devised a plan to lead the hoard of walkers away from Alexandria, there were a number of different points that needed to be enacted simultaneously. While there were definitely some hurdles along the way, nothing could have prepared them for the attack on Alexandria. This led to Rick being left alone with a broken down RV, which was attacked by a group. Who attacked Rick when he was in the RV and trying to make it back to Alexandria while driving off the hoard?
Who knocked out Rick when he started pointing his gun at the citizens of Alexandria?
When Rick and his group first made it to Alexandria, it was obvious that they were going to have a difficult time assimilating to the community. While Rick donned the uniform of their constable, he still had a mentality that revolved around a complete separation between his group and the people of Alexandria. This became blatantly clear when he was in a fist fight with Pete and started pointing his gun at the crowd. Who knocked out Rick when he started pointing his gun at the citizens of Alexandria?
What was the name of the character from Season 1 that Rick was confronted by when he was in the Saviors office outpost?
When Rick and Daryl set off to find the Saviors guns, they wound up getting into a sticky situation at the office outpost. Not only did they not find the guns but Rick was confronted by a familiar face that almost got the better of him. While Daryl wound up killing him, it weighed on Rick that he had changed so much. What was the name of the character from Season 1 that Rick was confronted by when he was in the Saviors office outpost?
What was the name of the baby that Rick found at the Saviors’ office outpost?
With Rick getting intel that the Saviors were housing guns at their office outpost, he seemed to feel determined in finding them. He went with Daryl to scout out the outpost and systematically take down anyone that might be keeping the guns from them. Yet, the guns weren't there and Rick wound up killing a man that was only protecting his baby from being discovered. What was the name of the baby that Rick found at the Saviors’ office outpost?
Where was Rick trying to take Maggie when she became gravely ill?
When it was revealed that Maggie was pregnant with Glenn's child, not everyone was completely onboard. It seemed like the zombie apocalypse wasn't exactly the best environment for bringing new life into the world but there was something inspirational about Maggie and Glenn's view on starting a family. It seemed like her impending birth was a win for the entire group and Rick became hell bent on keeping Maggie and her baby safe. Where was Rick trying to take Maggie when she became gravely ill?
What did Negan do to Carl that made him cry?
When Rick seemed resolved to follow along with the rules set forth by the Saviors, not everyone was onboard. Rick seemed like all of the fight was taken from him, especially after he was almost forced to cut off Carl's hand and Daryl was taken to be the Saviors' prisoner. While Rick may have been fine with following what the Saviors wanted from him, there were some that didn't agree. Carl went by himself to the Saviors compound but was caught by Negan. What did Negan do to Carl that made him cry?
What did Negan tell Rick to retrieve when he drove off with him in the RV?
When Rick and his group were confronted by the Saviors in the woods, they could never have guessed what would happen to them. The Saviors were known for choosing one person in a group to be made an example of and that's what he did when he killed Abraham in front of the entire group. Yet, he didn't stop there and ultimately killed Glenn and drove off with Rick. What did Negan tell Rick to retrieve when he drove off with him in the RV?
What was the item of Michonne’s that let Rick and the group know that the Saviors had her when they were taking Maggie to The Hilltop Colony?
When Rick was taking a small group to escort Maggie to The Hilltop Colony, they had no idea what would become of the day. The group was confronted by different groups of Saviors on the road and seemed to be blocked at every turn. One route was blocked by a group of walkers and there was something interesting about them. What was the item of Michonne’s that let Rick and the group know that the Saviors had her when they were taking Maggie to The Hilltop Colony?
What was the name of the Alexandria community member that wanted to replace Rick as the leader, which ultimately got him killed by Negan?
When Rick was trying to lead the people of Alexandria, there came a time when he had to tell them that he was no longer in charge. Negan had broken his fighting spirit and he seemed resolved to finding supplies for him and succumbing to the rules set forth by the Saviors. Yet, there was one community member at Alexandria that wanted to overthrow Rick. What was the name of the Alexandria community member that wanted to replace Rick as the leader, which ultimately got him killed by Negan?
What did Michonne do when she thought that Rick was being eaten by walkers at the carnival?
When Michonne and Rick started their romantic relationship, it seemed to come out of nowhere. Yet, it started to make sense as the episodes passed since the two had personalities that complemented one another and they had been through a lot together. When hunting for supplies for the Saviors, they found a stockpile of items near a carnival area and held up there for awhile. What did Michonne do when she thought that Rick was being eaten by walkers at the carnival?
What was the name of the woman that betrayed Rick and sided with The Saviors?
When Rick was trying to combine all of the different communities together to rise up against The Saviors, it seemed like they needed all the help they could get. The odds were against them even with the help of The Hilltop Colony and The Kingdom. Yet, Rick had a plan to make a deal with The Scavengers in the hopes that the scales would be tipped in his favor. What was the name of the woman that betrayed Rick and sided with The Saviors?
What did Rick do to Negan’s bat when he ran him out of his convoy?
During Season 8, it seemed like the tables have started to turn in regards to Negan and The Saviors. Yet, Rick hasn't let go of wanting to exact revenge on Negan and fulfill the promise that he made to him about being the one to kill him. After leaving The Hilltop Colony and leaving Maggie in charge, Rick spotted a convoy of The Saviors and ultimately battled with Negan. What did Rick do to Negan’s bat when he ran him out of his convoy?