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Sketch Comedy: Identify the Hilarious Short Scenes

Description: Test your knowledge of iconic sketch comedy scenes that have left audiences in stitches. Identify the hilarious short scenes from popular shows and performers.
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In the iconic 'Who's on First?' routine, who plays the bewildered Abbott to Lou Costello's straight man?

  1. Bud Abbott

  2. Lou Costello

  3. Shemp Howard

  4. Curly Howard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello were the legendary comedy duo behind the 'Who's on First?' routine, with Abbott playing the confused character.

Which sketch comedy show featured the recurring character of Mr. Bill, a hapless claymation figure who constantly met with misfortune?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Mr. Show


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mr. Bill was a popular character on 'Saturday Night Live' in the 1970s, created and performed by Walter Williams.

In the 'Dead Parrot' sketch from Monty Python's Flying Circus, what is the customer's complaint about the parrot he purchased?

  1. It's dead

  2. It can't talk

  3. It's too noisy

  4. It's the wrong color


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The customer in the 'Dead Parrot' sketch famously argues with the pet shop owner about the deceased parrot he bought.

Which sketch comedy group created the iconic 'Wayne's World' segment, featuring two metalhead friends hosting a public-access TV show?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Kids in the Hall


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mike Myers and Dana Carvey brought 'Wayne's World' to life on 'Saturday Night Live' in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

In the 'Coneheads' sketch from Saturday Night Live, what is the name of the alien family who tries to blend in with suburban life?

  1. The Coneheads

  2. The Beldons

  3. The Smithers

  4. The Johnsons


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Coneheads, with their distinctive cone-shaped heads, were played by Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, and Laraine Newman.

Which sketch comedy show featured the recurring character of Church Lady, a pious and judgmental woman who often appeared on Weekend Update?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Mr. Show


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dana Carvey created and performed the Church Lady character on 'Saturday Night Live' in the 1990s.

In the 'Nude Beach' sketch from Monty Python's Flying Circus, what is the name of the naturist resort where the characters encounter various eccentric individuals?

  1. Club Med

  2. Sunny Beach

  3. Nude Beach

  4. Paradise Cove


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 'Nude Beach' sketch features a group of people trying to enjoy a day at a naturist resort, but they encounter various strange and comical characters.

Which sketch comedy group created the 'Kids in the Hall' show, known for its offbeat and surreal humor?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Kids in the Hall


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 'Kids in the Hall' was a Canadian sketch comedy group that gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s.

In the 'Celebrity Jeopardy!' sketch from Saturday Night Live, which celebrity contestant is played by Will Ferrell?

  1. Alex Trebek

  2. Sean Connery

  3. Norm Macdonald

  4. George W. Bush


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Will Ferrell's portrayal of Alex Trebek in the 'Celebrity Jeopardy!' sketch became a recurring and beloved segment on 'Saturday Night Live'.

Which sketch comedy show featured the recurring character of Hans and Franz, two over-the-top bodybuilders who gave fitness advice?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Mr. Show


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dana Carvey and Kevin Nealon played the iconic bodybuilders Hans and Franz on 'Saturday Night Live' in the 1990s.

In the 'Penis Man' sketch from The Eric Andre Show, what is the name of the character who wears a giant penis costume and engages in absurd antics?

  1. Eric Andre

  2. Hannibal Buress

  3. James Adomian

  4. Taran Killam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eric Andre himself plays the Penis Man character in the surreal and often shocking sketch from his show.

Which sketch comedy group created the 'Portlandia' show, satirizing the hipster culture and quirky lifestyle of Portland, Oregon?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Portlandia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein created and starred in the 'Portlandia' sketch comedy show, which ran from 2011 to 2018.

In the 'The Californians' sketch from Saturday Night Live, what is the stereotypical characteristic of the characters who speak in a distinctive surfer-like accent?

  1. They use 'dude' excessively

  2. They talk about surfing and beaches

  3. They say 'hella' a lot

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 'The Californians' sketch pokes fun at the stereotypical speech patterns and mannerisms associated with people from California.

Which sketch comedy show featured the recurring character of Stefon, a flamboyant and eccentric New York City nightlife correspondent?

  1. Saturday Night Live

  2. Monty Python's Flying Circus

  3. The Carol Burnett Show

  4. Mr. Show


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bill Hader played the unforgettable character of Stefon on 'Saturday Night Live' from 2008 to 2013.

In the 'The Continental' sketch from The Whitest Kids U' Know, what is the name of the fictional restaurant where customers are served absurd and inedible dishes?

  1. The Continental

  2. The Bistro

  3. The Café

  4. The Eatery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'The Continental' sketch features a restaurant where the menu items are bizarre and unappetizing, leading to hilarious interactions between the customers and the wait staff.

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