41 Simpsons Trivia Questions & Answers (Fun Quiz)
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Kyle Boureston
This post is comprehensive Simpsons trivia that any fan will enjoy.
When it’s about cartoon trivia, I know the ropes, I’ve been watching them all my life. That’s why I know these Simpsons trivia questions are a great way to find out how big of a fan you are, but also a great way to kill time.
You don’t need to watch all 32 seasons of The Simpsons, but they’ll help you answer.
Let’s test your knowledge.
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Simpsons Trivia Game Playable Quiz
Do you love Simpsons and know everything about it? This quiz will show you how much you really know:
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10 Best Trivia Questions About Simpsons
Let’s start with the easy ones first. You know, the questions about the show that almost everyone knows how to answer by heart. It’s a popular show, so it’s impossible not to get at least one point on this quiz. We bet you’ve gotten a lot of information from your favorite episode (or even just the opening credits)!
1. What is the name of Ned Flander’s store at the Springfield Mall?
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The Leftorium
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This store in the Springfield Mall is a store specifically made for left-handed people.
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2. What is Homer’s secret shame?
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Eating flowers
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Bart told Homer to eat some flowers, and he said, “Oh, my secret shame.” No shame in that, though, because some flowers are indeed edible.
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3. How long does it take to make an episode of The Simpsons?
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6 months
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Wow! You’d think it takes them years to complete, but since they’ve been at this for 32 seasons, these guys are pros!
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4. What was the name of the tiny green space alien only visible to Homer?
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Ozmodiar
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Ozmodiar is a parody of the Great Gazoo from the show “The Flintstones.”
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5. What board game do the Simpsons play in “Bart the Genius”?
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Scrabble
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The Simpsons family played the game to prepare Bart’s vocabulary for his aptitude test the next day. I wonder if they would play Cards Against Humanity, that would be fun!
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6. Who created The Simpsons?
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Matt Groening
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Simpsons started because Matt Groening was able to catch the attention of producers with his comics, Life in Hell. They started with animated shorts that became The Simpsons! Thank you for all that you’ve done for humanity, Mr. Groening!
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7. What was the name of the video game Bart attempted to steal from Try-N-Save?
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Bonestorm
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Well, it’s not an actual game, but I’ve found one online. This game is very violent and was released during the month of Christmas in Springfield.
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8. Which K-pop band was referenced in a season 30, episode 17 episode?
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BTS
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Characters mentioned the band would appear. There was also a sign showing a BTS Army recruitment. This is pretty cool!
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9. What kind of beer is usually served at Moe’s Tavern?
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Duff Beer
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We all know the answer to this question. This is the most basic of all the Simpsons knowledge. Fun fact: In 2015, 21st Century Fox approved to brew an actual and officially licensed Duff Beer.
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10. What is Mr. Burns’ catchphrase?
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Excellent
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This catchphrase is so catchy that it became a meme.
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11 Simpsons Questions That Are Funny
And let’s move on to funny trivia questions that will make you want to re-watch the entire series. But the whole show is funny. Every single character, Homer, Bart, Krusty, Principal Skinner, Chief Wiggum, and more, are all funny. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
11. Milhouse Van Houten is one of the few residents of Springfield with what notable traits?
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Eyebrows
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He shares this trait with his parents. But in the “A Milhouse Divided” episode, the show revealed that his mother, Luann, wears fake eyebrows.
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12. What motel is located in Springfield?
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Sleep Eazy Motel
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Did you know that when Marge and the kids stayed in the motel, a body was found floating in the pool? What an event…
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13. What initials do Homer’s hair and ear form?
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MG
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These are actually the initials of the show’s creator, Matt Groening.
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14. Who are the only characters on The Simpsons with five fingers on each hand?
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God and Jesus
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Everyone else has 4 fingers on each hand, making God and Jesus unique divine beings. I mean… that’s really the idea.
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15. What did Bart win in a radio competition?
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Elephant
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He won a full-grown African elephant that he named Stampy. Can you imagine being the person that wins an elephant?
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16. What jazz musician does Lisa meet on the streets of Springtown?
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Bleeding Gums Murphy
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He’s Lisa’s idol and role model, so you can just imagine her excitement. He died on April 30, 1995.
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17. In “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire”, what does Bart want for Christmas?
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Tattoo
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These were actually the kids’ requests in their letters to Santa. Bart asked for a tattoo while Lisa asked for a pony. A crazy thing to ask for Santa, right?
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18. What does Marge do with Blinky the Three-Eyed Fish?
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Serves him for dinner
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Blinky was a three-eyed orange fish. Lots of his species can be found in the ponds and lakes outside the nuclear power plant.
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19. What was the name of Homer’s barbershop quartet?
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The Be Sharps
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The singing voices of the Be Sharps were provided by a barbershop quartet called The Dapper Dans.
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20. When Bart is forced to take an intelligence test, what other student does he swap results with?
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Martin Prince, Jr.
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Bart was labeled a genius after this test!
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21. What pseudonym did Homer use when he became a sperm donor?
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Thad Supersperm
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Homer was able to get enough money to buy a Corvette after donating his sperm.
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10 Hard Simpson Questions To Include In Your Trivia Night
Now let’s move on to the hard trivia questions about the TV show and test your knowledge. Do you think you’ll be able to answer these without doing any research or getting any help from a team? Only a tried and tested Simpsons fan will know these.
22. Which character was mistakenly animated with the wrong color in his/her first appearance onThe Simpsons?
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Waylon Smithers
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In his first appearance, Smithers was colorized as black with blue hair. Groening said this was a mistake, but the producers didn’t have enough money to fix the error.
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23. How much is the bill from Bart’s collect call to Australia?
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900 dollarydoos
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Did you know that Australians started petitioning to change their currency to ‘dollarydoos’?
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24. What are the annual Halloween episodes known as?
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Treehouse of Horror
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Each Halloween-themed episode consists of three separate, self-contained segments involving horror, supernatural, or science fiction.
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25. What is the name of the minister at the First Church of Springfield?
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Timothy Lovejoy
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He is a member of the clergy of Presbylutheranism.
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26. What delicacy poisoned Homer?
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Fugu
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Fugu, or pufferfish/blowfish, is very poisonous that a small mistake in preparation can be fatal.
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27. What nationality were the people who bought the power plant from Mr. Burns?
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German
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The two German businessmen were named Hans and Fritz.
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28. How long was Marge in prison for when she was caught shoplifting?
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30 days
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She was imprisoned at Springfield Women’s Prison.
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29. What product does Pele endorse before the match between Mexico and Portugal in Springfield?
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Wax paper
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Pele is the king of the soccer field. To be king of your kitchen, use Crestfield wax paper.
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30. In the original opening sequence, the price that appears on the cash register when Maggie is scanned is what?
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847.63
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Groening says this was the monthly cost of raising a child in 1989.
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31. How long did it take Danny Elfman to compose the famous Simpsons theme tune?
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2 days
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It was also one of the most memorable pieces that Elfman wrote.
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10 Simpsons’ History Trivia
Let’s also look at this history trivia to check how much attention you were paying while watching the TV series.
32. Who founded Springfield?
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Jebediah Springfield
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His real name was Hans Sprungfeld, and he was a murderous pirate.
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33. The song ‘Happy Birthday Lisa’ is sung by a character who was voiced by which celebrity?
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Kipp Lennon
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Initially, Michael Jackson was supposed to be sung, but due to contractual obligations, a soundalike, Kipp Lennon, sang the song.
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34. Who was Bart’s best friend named after?
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Richard Nixon
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Milhouse van Houten was named after President Richard Milhous Nixon.
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35. What year did The Simpsons first hit our screens?
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1989
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The first-ever episode, Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire, debuted on December 17, 1989.
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36. The Simpsons originally appeared as a short on what TV show?
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The Tracey Ullman Show
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The show started as a two-minute “Good Night” short for the sketch comedy series.
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37. Which U.S. President referenced The Simpsons in a speech at the Republican National Convention?
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George H. W. Bush
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He referenced the Simpsons in a speech at the National Religious Broadcaster’s convention held in Washington in 1992. He said: “The next value I speak of must be forever cast in stone. I speak of decency, the moral courage to say what is right and condemn what’s wrong, and we need a nation closer to the Waltons than the Simpsons. An America that rejects the incivility, the tide of incivility and tide of intolerance.”
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38. What was the name of the first full-length episode shown?
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Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire
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It aired on December 17, 1989.
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39. Which real-life dictator shares his surname with Milhouse’s mother?
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Benito Mussolini
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Benito Mussolini was an Italian prime minister.
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40. In ‘The Crepes of Wrath’, exchange student Adil hailed from which country?
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Albania
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Adil Hoxha was a foreign exchange student that comes from Albania. He stayed with the Simpsons while Bart was in France.
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41. Which former U.S. Vice President once appeared on an alarm clock in an episode?
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Spiro Agnew
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He was the 39th vice president of the United States.
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Downloadable And Printable List of Trivia Questions About Simpsons
Here is a downloadable list of Simpsons trivia (right-click the image and select Save Image As…):
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether it’s a Tuesday or a Friday, we’re ready to respond to your questions about The Simpsons.
Did the Simpsons win any awards?
The Simpsons is a classic. It’s no surprise that it has won countless awards. It has won more than 30 Emmy awards, more than 30 Annie awards, and eight People’s Choice Awards.
Where and when should I use Simpson trivia?
Any time is a good time to use any Simpsons knowledge you have. Everyone enjoys a good sharing of facts now and then. Plus, The Simpsons is funny! So whenever you need a good laugh, these questions can help.
How did Simpsons become popular?
Aside from the fact that each episode and character of The Simpsons was easy to follow, the show became famous because of the pop culture references it makes. It has also shot up in popularity because of how people think it “predicts the future.”
Is Simpsons appropriate for kids to watch?
The show is best watched with parental supervision. Although most of its content is kid-friendly, some attitudes and jokes aren’t appropriate for kids without any supervision.
How To Pick The Best Simpsons Trivia
The real prize is knowing how to pick the best questions. When you’re picking out the best Simpsons trivia questions, it should be engaging to everyone, and it should provide the benefits of trivia questions. You can use plenty of material, especially since the show has been ongoing for several years. To make your job easier, you can follow these tips.
1. It Should Be Easy
The questions you ask should be easy. After all, your objective is to give every single participant fun and exciting time at the party. Some standard information should be part of the whole game.
2. It Should Be Challenging
Although you should ask easy questions, you also need to throw in some challenging ones. This way, you can give your guests a challenge and make them feel the rush of racking their brains for the answers.
3. It Should Be Fun
At the end of it all, you need to make sure everyone is having fun. Have a good mix of easy and challenging questions so that your guests will be interested in how you gather trivia questions and will look forward to another game night.
More Awesome Trivia Questions
If you’re planning a trivia night and you want to make sure you ask the best questions, it’s essential that you carefully pick these out. These are the things you need to consider when coming up with trivia questions:
- Think of the benefits of trivia questions and how you can make them interesting for your guests.
- You also need to make sure that you ask fun trivia questions instead of complex questions that will be too hard to answer.
- The best questions for game night are pop culture trivia questions that everyone will likely know.
In Conclusion
The internet is home to plenty of different Simpsons trivia questions that you can find. You can use some of these questions to give you an easier time curating questions to ask on a game night you’re hosting.
The good thing about this particular cartoon trivia is that you won’t run out of questions to ask. The Simpsons have been airing for 32 seasons already, so you’ll be able to look for trivia questions from any of its episodes.
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