The Big Bang Theory Quiz You Can Only Pass If You Watched From The Start
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When The Big Bang Theory first premiered in 2007, people didn't know whether or not it would be a hit with television audiences. The premise of a group of geniuses working together and indulging in some of their peculiar interests didn't seem like something that the general public would be able to relate to but the show ultimately became one of the most popular series on the small screen. There was a chemistry amongst the characters and a humor that almost everyone could relate to, despite the fact that some of the topics featured in the show were far above the public's understanding.
Yet, everyone seemed to have their own favorite characters and the show garnered the respect of some of the biggest stars in Hollywood. A number of A-list actors and celebrities have been featured over the seasons and people have loved seeing the characters progress and evolve. The series has grown into far more than just a group of awkward intellects and their impossibly beautiful blonde neighbor. Nowadays, the show encompasses everything from dealing with romantic relationships to furthering their professional careers. Not many other television sitcoms have been able to reach the same sort of success as The Big Bang Theory and audiences are sad to think that the show will come to an end. Test your own knowledge of The Big Bang Theory and see if you can recall all the details of the show since the very beginning.
What type of cuisine did Leonard and Sheldon first share with Penny when they welcomed her as their new neighbor?
During the very first episode of The Big Bang Theory, audiences got to see the first meeting between Sheldon and Leonard with their new neighbor. Penny seemed like the impossibly beautiful blonde that would undoubtedly become a huge part of the show and it was Leonard's idea to invite her over for some food. His approach wasn't that suave but she did wind up joining them for some grub. What type of cuisine did Leonard and Sheldon first share with Penny when they welcomed her as their new neighbor?
What was the name of the restaurant that Penny was working at as a waitress?
People have often criticized certain sitcoms for when the characters have amazing apartments but don't seem to be making the money that it would take to afford them. From Friends to Sex and the City, it's interesting how some shows skip over the fact that the characters are living far above their means. That was definitely the case with Penny since she was working as a waitress to pay her bills. What was the name of the restaurant that Penny was working at as a waitress?
What is the name of the university that the group works at in The Big Bang Theory?
When The Big Bang Theory first began, the group of main characters all worked together at the same university. While they all had their own professions and worked in differing fields, they often interacted and sometimes they were able to collaborate together on various projects. In fact, much of the storyline was featured in the setting of the university classrooms, labs and cafeteria. What is the name of the university that the group works at in The Big Bang Theory?
What did Sheldon and Leonard try and retrieve from Penny's ex-boyfriend?
When Sheldon and Leonard first met Penny, it seemed like they were immediately willing to help her out in any way that they could. Leonard offered for her to use their shower when hers wasn't working and he even agreed to go to her ex-boyfriend's house to retrieve one of her belongings. While Kurt wasn't exactly willing to part from it, it meant a lot to her that they were willing to try. What did Sheldon and Leonard try and retrieve from Penny's ex-boyfriend?
What was the name of the video game that Penny played with the gang when Howard was too busy with his new girlfriend?
When Penny's friend from Nebraska came to visit her, she had no idea how her visit was going to go. She knew that Christy had a tendency to fall for guys that would give her gifts but she had no idea that Christy would start having a relationship with Howard. Their relationship wound up ruining the gang's weekly video game playing. What was the name of the video game that Penny played with the gang when Howard was too busy with his new girlfriend?
What was the name of the drink that Penny made Raj that ultimately allowed him to talk to women?
While Penny may have started out as a waitress, there was a time when she tried to earn more money by becoming a bartender at her work. In order to prepare herself for making drinks at work, she tried to practice on her friends. While experimenting with drinks, she soon discovered that alcohol was the key to allowing Raj to talk to women. What was the name of the drink that Penny made Raj that ultimately allowed him to talk to women?
What kind of product was Penny selling when she was cast in a commercial?
While there are some people that would feel embarrassed to promote different products in various commercials, anything seems like a win when it comes to struggling actors. Penny was absolutely overjoyed to learn that she had got the role in a commercial spot and she couldn't wait to watch it when it came on television. Yet, the role didn't help her in her career and didn't seem to lead to any future roles. What kind of product was Penny selling when she was cast in a commercial?
Where was the location of the excursion that Sheldon Cooper was given by President Siebert?
Sheldon Cooper was known for having a difficult relationship with people at work and he had been known to get into bad disagreements with the president at the university. President Siebert had a particularly difficult time with Sheldon when he received a number of interruptions at all hours by him. This is what led him to give Sheldon a scientific excursion, which even allowed for him to bring his own team of scientists. Where was the location of the excursion that Sheldon Cooper was given by President Siebert?
Where was the group of guys heading on a train to attend a conference during Season 2 of The Big Bang Theory?
Although the cast of male characters in The Big Bang Theory were meant to be portrayed as homebodies that didn't seem to have the right social skills to go out very often, they did travel a lot. During Season 2, they all traveled together on a Coast Tarlight train to attend a specific conference where a prominent scientist would be in attendance. Where was the group of guys heading on a train to attend a conference during Season 2 of The Big Bang Theory?
What was the name of the magazine that ran a feature on Raj?
The Big Bang Theory has often put an emphasis on the work done by Sheldon Cooper since he was tackling some of the biggest questions in physics. Yet, the other characters were also making huge impacts in their prospective fields. During Season 2, Raj started making a name for himself at the university because he was being featured in a magazine as one of their thirty under the age of 30 to watch. What was the name of the magazine that ran a feature on Raj?
What was the name of the science character that was portrayed by Bob Newhart?
Bob Newhart was a favorite actor that appeared in The Big Bang Theory and audiences loved seeing his side character. Arthur Jeffries was once thought of as a respected scientist but his reputation took a bit of a hit when he started portraying a science character that catered towards children. This character was a huge inspiration to many of those in science, including both Leonard and Sheldon. What was the name of the science character that was portrayed by Bob Newhart?
What was the name of the grad student that had a huge crush on Sheldon Cooper?
Sheldon Cooper was often portrayed as the most peculiar within his group of friends, despite the fact that he didn't seem to have much trouble garnering female attention. There seemed to always be a girl that found him intriguing and there was even a grad student that fawned on his every whim. She later returned to his life and even stole a kiss in hot pursuit of him. What was the name of the grad student that had a huge crush on Sheldon Cooper?
What was the name of the film that Penny was in where she appeared with an ape?
While it wasn't exactly evident whether or not Penny had true talent as an actress, the series made it seem like she was an impossible beauty that would most likely get roles because of her looks. That definitely seemed like the case when she was cast in a low budget film about a killer gorilla. Yet, her best acting moment seemed to only be when she appeared with an ape. What was the name of the film that Penny was in where she appeared with an ape?
What did Penny injure that caused Sheldon to have to drive her to the hospital?
While Penny and Sheldon may have had a few arguments over the years, it became clear that the two of them had a unique friendship that really showed caring on both of their parts. When Penny became injured, she didn't hesitate to call on Sheldon for help and it was him that drove her to the hospital. While he didn't know how to drive and didn't have a license, he was still willing to take her. What did Penny injure that caused Sheldon to have to drive her to the hospital?
What new profession did Penny take after giving up the hope of ever becoming a famous actress?
From the very start of The Big Bang Theory, Penny was seen as the struggling actress that was making ends meet as a waitress. She seemed to be constantly fighting financial troubles and her lack of funds seemed like a big reason why she spent so much time at Leonard and Sheldon's apartment. Yet, there came a time when she gave up her dream of being an actress and finally got a real job. What new profession did Penny take after giving up the hope of ever becoming a famous actress?
Who ended up with the ring that was supposedly an actual ring from The Lord of the Rings movies?
The characters within The Big Bang Theory series often thought of themselves as collectors when it came to all of their comic books and mint condition toys. While they could have just purchased everything online, they enjoyed going to the comic book store and sometimes seeking out new collectibles. During one excursion, they purchased a box of goodies that included a ring that they fought over. Who ended up with the ring that was supposedly an actual ring from The Lord of the Rings movies?
Why was Penny’s brother incarcerated?
Penny had quite a different upbringing during her childhood, in comparison to the rest of the gang in The Big Bang Theory. She grew up in a town just outside of Omaha and she often spoke about what it was like to grow up on a farm. Yet, there were some elements of her childhood that might have been a little embarrassing, especially the fact that her brother had spent some time behind bars and his probation was referenced at times. Why was Penny’s brother incarcerated?
Where was the comic book convention located when Leonard’s car was stolen?
Throughout The Big Bang Theory, it was apparent that the main cast of characters were really big on comic books and dressing up from time to time. They were incredibly enthusiastic about costume parties, always entered contests for dressing up as certain characters and they went all out for Comic-Con. During one excursion to a comic book convention, the entire gang dressed up like Star Trek characters from the television series. Where was the comic book convention located when Leonard’s car was stolen?
How did Raj meet his girlfriend, Emily Sweeney?
Since the very beginning of The Big Bang Theory series, Raj was depicted as having a difficult demeanor around women. There was a time when he couldn't even speak around women, so getting into a romantic relationship seemed out of the question. Yet, he did wind up getting into a number of different relationships throughout the seasons, with each of them having their own positives and negatives into the storyline of the show. How did Raj meet his girlfriend, Emily Sweeney?
What is the annual date that Sheldon and Amy always try and have 'relations'?
When Sheldon and Amy first started dating, it was hard to believe that they would ever have sexual intercourse. It took them a huge amount of time to know whether or not they were even in a romantic relationship and then the couple barely even touched. Yet, there came a time when they reached a particular point in their relationship where both of them were ready to become more intimate. What is the annual date that Sheldon and Amy always try and have coitus?
Who did Howard get to clean out his overrun closet?
Ever since the start of The Big Bang Theory series, it became apparent that Howard wasn't exactly the best at helping out around the house. His mother seemed to do everything for him and it wasn't like he had a lot of chores that he was accustomed to performing. When he finally married Bernadette, it didn't seem like he was well-prepared to pick up his fair share of chores around the house. Who did Howard get to clean out his overrun closet?
What did Leonard and Sheldon try and buy on the black market for one of their science experiments?
When Leonard and Sheldon were able to collaborate on their own new theory, the logical step in proving their hypothesis was to run a variety of tests. They seemed under the gun because they didn't want another team of scientists to beat them to the punch. Yet, there was one crucial element that they were missing in order to perform the experiments. What did Leonard and Sheldon try and buy on the black market for one of their science experiments?
What is the name of Leonard’s mother?
While Sheldon and Leonard were self-sufficient as two highly-acclaimed scientists with great jobs at a university, that didn't mean that they didn't sometimes need their mothers. However, they both had completely different relationships with their mothers. Sheldon's mother had always been very affectionate towards him but Leonard always had a very difficult relationship with his mother. She visited at times but it was apparent that they had a strained relationship and she wasn't very affectionate. What is the name of Leonard’s mother?
What was the location of Howard and Bernadette’s wedding ceremony?
When Howard and Bernadette first started dating, no one thought that their relationship would last. Howard had some peculiarities that made many women think of him as a bit creepy and it didn't seem like Bernadette would fall for him. Yet, their relationship progressed and they eventually made it down the aisle. Even though they were a bit rushed to find a venue, they wound up having a spectacular wedding ceremony. What was the location of Howard and Bernadette’s wedding ceremony?
What was the name of the doctor that Leonard started dating?
Howard Wolowitz was constantly trying to grab the attention of women but there weren't very many that he could get to spend time with him without having to pay them. There was one girl that he met while wearing a patch over his eye but she ultimately started dating Leonard. This became a huge source of contention in their friendship but it wasn't long before she became a steady part of the show. What was the name of the doctor that Leonard started dating?
Who got Penny the interview when she became a pharmaceuticals representative?
When Penny quit her job at The Cheesecake Factory, she had the intention of throwing everything she had into her pursuit of becoming a famous actress. Yet, she didn't seem to get the big break she was hoping for and there came a time when she had to go out and get a real job. Yet, switching her focus didn't come easy and she needed a bit of help to land an interview. Who got Penny the interview when she became a pharmaceuticals representative?
What is the name of Sheldon’s mother?
While Sheldon has always been depicted as having a bit of a peculiar personality, it seemed like it wasn't just his peers that had issues with him. There were always an abundance of strange stories from his childhood and it seemed like his mother definitely had her hands full with him. While his father died when he was quite young, Sheldon's mother raised him in the best way she could and continued to have a strong bond with him as he grew older. What is the name of Sheldon’s mother?
What is the name of Sheldon’s twin sister?
When Sheldon got a visit from his twin sister, everyone got to see what his other family members were like and it gave some insight into his upbringing. Yet, they were utterly surprised when his twin sister didn't seem to be anything like Sheldon. Not only did they look completely different but she didn't seem to have his high intellect and she was far more amiable when it came to her personality. What is the name of Sheldon’s twin sister?
What is the special nickname that Sheldon’s Grandmother uses for him?
It was apparent that Sheldon and his grandmother had a special relationship. They had a bond that went far beyond any of the other relationships he had in his family. While he was definitely really close with his mother, he seemed to bump heads with her over the ideas of creation and the elements of the universe. While she was very proud of his achievements, these differences separated them a bit. What is the special nickname that Sheldon’s grandmother uses for him?
What is the nickname that Sheldon uses for his grandmother?
Sheldon Cooper isn't the type of character that would seem like he would have pet names for people in his life but it became obvious early on that he had a special relationship with his grandmother. She often called him Moonpie and everyone knew that it was because "he was so nummy nummy and she could just eat him up." Yet, he had his own nickname for her as well. What is the nickname that Sheldon uses for his grandmother?
What is the word that Sheldon Cooper uses to emphasize when he’s told a joke?
Humor is one of the aspects of Sheldon Cooper's personality that seems to give him a hard time since he has trouble understanding certain jokes. Yet, that hasn't stopped him from trying to get better at telling jokes. He's tried to delve into what makes certain words funny and he's dabbled in juvenile tricks to try and grab a few laughs. While it doesn't always work, people understand that it's part of his personality. What is the word that Sheldon Cooper uses to emphasize when he’s told a joke?
What is the name of the former Star Trek actor that Sheldon had a problem with for quite some time?
There have been a number of different actors that have portrayed different characters in The Big Bang Theory but this former Star Trek actor has a coveted role as a mainstay side character. He has been featured in a number of different episodes but not always in the best way. Sheldon had a big problem with him from when he couldn't see him at a signing event but they eventually got over their feud. What is the name of the former Star Trek actor that Sheldon had a problem with for quite some time?
What was the name of the girl that Raj went on a date with that Sheldon compared to Princess Panchali?
During the beginning seasons of The Big Bang Theory, Raj's parents constantly wanted to set him up with someone in the hopes of them getting married. When he reluctantly went on a date with the woman they wanted, Sheldon couldn't help but compare her to a favorite children's story since he swore she looked just like Princess Panchali. The two ended up leaving together but nothing romantic came of it. What was the name of the girl that Raj went on a date with that Sheldon compared to Princess Panchali?
What is the name of the female scientist at Caltech that didn’t get along well with Sheldon?
It's commonly known that people tend to find love in the workplace so it shouldn't be surprising that there were a few different romances that have happened at Caltech. Yet, dabbling in a romantic relationship with another female scientist at work doesn't always work out, especially in the case for Leonard and Howard. Both of them started a romantic relationship with the same woman and she didn't get along with Sheldon Cooper. What is the name of the female scientist at Caltech that didn’t get along well with Sheldon?
What was the name of the book that Penny started reading for her college class?
When Leonard discovered that Penny was trying to return to college, he was overjoyed for her and wanted to help in every way. Yet, he started to change his tune when he realized that she was going to be reading a book that was written by his mother. Dr. Beverly Hofstadter was highly respected by those in her field but Leonard had a different opinion on her books. What was the name of the book that Penny started reading for her college class?
What was the name of the professor that died at Caltech and opened up a tenured position?
Much of the storyline within The Big Bang Theory revolved around Caltech, with the characters often being portrayed at the university's cafeteria. While all of them seemed incredibly intelligent, it seemed like there was definitely a bit of rivalry amongst them. This became even more apparent when a tenured position opened up at Caltech. One of the professor's died and the group competed with one another for the tenured position. What was the name of the professor that died at Caltech and opened up a tenured position?
What was the name of the movie that Howard and Leonard saw during a preview screening when they were supposed to be picking up solder?
When Leonard and Howard were busy at the university putting together pieces for their prototype, Penny and Bernadette showed up to show their support. They even started helping out a bit with putting together some of the smaller components and offered to continue working while they left to pick up solder. Yet, the boys took a small detour while they were out. What was the name of the movie that Howard and Leonard saw during a preview screening when they were supposed to be picking up solder?
What was the animal that was connected to the disease that caused Bernadette to be placed into isolation?
When Bernadette was head-hunted by a pharmaceutical company, she became one of the most successful characters within The Big Bang Theory. While there were other characters that may have been more intelligent than her, she was working at a job where she was paid far more money than any of her friends. Yet, there were some difficulties she experienced when working around different viruses. What was the animal that was connected to the virus that caused Bernadette to be placed into isolation?
Where was Penny and Leonard’s first wedding?
It took quite a long time for Penny and Leonard to finally make it down the aisle since there were a number of break-ups throughout their relationship. They spent a great deal of time being engaged as well and it caused some people to wonder whether or not they were purposefully trying to postpone their wedding. Once they finally made it down the aisle, their honeymoon was sullied by a secret that Leonard divulged prior to the ceremony. Where was Penny and Leonard’s first wedding?
What was the one item that Sheldon was willing to discard when he took Amy Farrah Fowler to his hidden storage unit?
Audiences have become quite familiar with Sheldon Cooper throughout The Big Bang Theory series but there was one aspect of his personality that had remain hidden for quite some time. When Sheldon's laptop finally conked out, he was faced with the dilemma of figuring out what to do with it. Amy wanted to trade it in for a store credit but Sheldon wanted to keep it in his hidden hoarding storage unit. What was the one item that Sheldon was willing to discard when he took Amy Farrah Fowler to his hidden storage unit?
Where did Howard meet Elon Musk?
Over the years, there have been a number of celebrities that have appeared in various episodes of The Big Bang Theory. A-list stars have come in to play small and forgettable roles but Elon Musk appeared playing himself. This was a huge moment for Howard Wolowitz since he was a huge fan of Tesla and everything related to SpaceX. This meeting was a great way for Howard to bring up his former space exploration. Where did Howard meet Elon Musk?
What was the name that Howard and Bernadette agreed on for their first child?
When Howard and Bernadette were first married, it seemed like she wasn't onboard with having children. She had made a number of comments prior to their wedding where she didn't seem like she wanted to have children and she didn't have a good rapport around children. Yet, that didn't stop the couple from getting pregnant and the birth of their first child was hugely celebrated by everyone. What was the name that Howard and Bernadette agreed on for their first child?
Where did Penny and Leonard take Sheldon and Amy when they wanted to be in nature in a cabin for the weekend?
There aren't many characters in The Big Bang Theory series that would be excited about getting out into nature. Yet, Sheldon was able to be convinced when Amy told him about a study she'd learned about where being in the outdoors could actually help reasoning abilities. Penny offered a cabin that a client had said she could use for the weekend. Where did Penny and Leonard take Sheldon and Amy when they wanted to be in nature in a cabin for the weekend?
What is the name of the song that Sheldon likes to have sung to him when he’s sick?
Sheldon has often spoken about how great his childhood was when his mother would take good care of him. He referenced certain recipes that made him feel nostalgic about his childhood and he became accustomed to being sung to when he was sick. While most people would grow out of the need to hear a "feel better" song, Sheldon continued to enjoy it. What is the name of the song that Sheldon likes to have sung to him when he’s sick?
What was the name of the cleaning lady that Raj was dating from Caltech?
Raj often found it difficult to meet new women and even those that he interacted with often turned into uncomfortable situations. When he started chatting it up with the cleaning lady at Caltech, it seemed like there was a real spark between them and he was excited to ask her out. Yet, the relationship didn't last and it may have been because of how low he thought of her for being a cleaning lady. What was the name of the cleaning lady that Raj was dating from Caltech?
What was the name of the blonde screenwriter that Raj met at the comic book store and started to date?
When Raj was in a relationship with Emily, the dermatologist, it didn't seem like he was completely happy. He had tried to break up with her but then became resolved to just continuing the relationship. Yet, that all changed once he met a beautiful blonde at the comic book store. She needed help with her screenplay and she eventually started dating Raj. What was the name of the blonde screenwriter that Raj met at the comic book store and started to date?
What did Bernadette’s father do before he retired?
When Bernadette and Howard were married, it became obvious that he was marrying into her family and would need to spend some time with her mother and father. Howard's father had abandoned them when he was quite young and his mother had passed away but that didn't mean that he was going to have a great relationship with Bernadette's parents. Bernadette's father's character was a bit overwhelming to Howard and they didn't have the best relationship. What did Bernadette’s father do before he retired?
What was the topic of the online program that Amy and Sheldon worked on together?
One of the most interesting aspects of The Big Bang Theory was the fact that there was a show within a show. Sheldon Cooper seemed to have the capacity to delve into a number of different passions in his life and he created an online program that helped him to release some of that to others that might find his interests just as captivating. He enlisted Amy's help in this online program. What was the topic of the online program that Amy and Sheldon worked on together?
What happened to Amy Farrah Fowler’s apartment that became the catalyst for Sheldon and Amy to move in together?
Since the very beginning of The Big Bang Theory, Sheldon was living with Leonard. Their relationship was often quite strained because of "the roommate agreement" and it seemed like Leonard was constantly looking for a way to end their living arrangement. Yet, even Leonard's marriage to Penny didn't force Sheldon to move out. However, something happened to Amy's apartment that caused him to move in with her. What happened to Amy Farrah Fowler’s apartment that became the catalyst for Sheldon and Amy to move in together?
Where did Amy Farrah Fowler go for a summer position?
While Amy Farrah Fowler may have started out as a small character, she quickly grew into an integral part of the show. Her relationship with Sheldon Cooper continued to grow and she was seen as a huge favorite on the series. As a neurobiologist, she seemed to fit right in with all the other characters but her professional success sometimes created some drama for the show. During one prestigious opportunity, she was sent away for the summer. Where did Amy Farrah Fowler go for a summer position?