1991 Television and Cultural Events Quiz

What major event in 1991 marked a significant cultural shift in television?

• The premiere of Friends

• The launch of Netflix

• The debut of Jerry Springer and Montel Williams' talk shows

• The end of the Cold War

Which sitcom character helped Stephanie cope with her new glasses on Full House?

• Steve Urkel

• Danny Tanner

• Michelle Tanner

• Uncle Jesse

What was the first network television show to feature a same-sex kiss?

• Will & Grace

• Friends

• Ellen

• LA Law

Which show did Adam Sandler join as a cast member in 1991?

• Mad TV

• The Daily Show

• Saturday Night Live

• The Tonight Show

What was the result of the merger between The Comedy Channel and Ha! in 1991?

• The creation of HBO

• The launch of Comedy Central

• The start of MTV

• The debut of Nickelodeon

Who became a permanent co-anchor on The Today Show in 1991?

• Oprah Winfrey

• Barbara Walters

• Katie Couric

• Diane Sawyer

Which show featured an infamous episode hosted by Steven Seagal?

• The Tonight Show

• Saturday Night Live

• Mad TV

• In Living Color

What was the final episode of Dallas known for?

• A musical number

• A cliffhanger ending

• A surprise wedding

• A dream sequence

Which animated series block debuted on Nickelodeon in 1991?

• Disney Afternoon

• Cartoon Network

• Nicktoons

• Fox Kids

Which music video debuted on MTV's 120 Minutes in 1991, turning the band into superstars?

• Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana

• Thriller by Michael Jackson

• Like a Prayer by Madonna

• Losing My Religion by R.E.M.