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The Young Ones Quiz

The Young Ones ended in June 1984, so it seems like a good time to test your knowledge on the classic sitcom. Here's some questions composed by Michael Monkhouse...

1. What college do the characters go to?

The Young Ones. Image shows left to right: Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall), Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer)

2. Which is the only band to appear on The Young Ones TWICE?

3. Which of the following Cliff Richard songs is NOT part of The Young Ones world?

The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Neil (Nigel Planer), Rick (Rik Mayall), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

4. Which actor performed in The Young Ones but did NOT appear in Filthy, Rich And Catflap?

5. Why was Vyvyan's name spelt in this weird way?

The Young Ones. Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson)

6. Speaking of Vyvyan's mum, how many times does this lovely lady appear in the series?

7. How does Rick try to commit suicide in Bambi?

The Young Ones. Rick (Rik Mayall)

8. Which Python appears in the episode Nasty?

9. And which Python sketch is parodied in the episode Time?

10. Who of the following was NOT considered for the role of Mike?

The Young Ones. Image shows left to right: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall)

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