Monty Python: A Masterclass in Surreal and Satirical Comedy

Question 1

How does Monty Python's use of surrealism help them explore philosophical themes?

Accepted Answer

It creates a sense of the absurd, allowing them to examine philosophical ideas humorously and thought-provokingly.

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It simplifies complex ideas, making them more accessible.

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It sets them apart from other comedy groups.

Question 2

How did Monty Python's unique approach revolutionize sketch comedy?

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Incorporating absurdism and surrealism

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Focusing on political satire

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Relying solely on improvisation

Question 3

How does Monty Python's use of exaggeration and absurdity make their sketches more satirical?

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It highlights the ridiculousness of the issues they criticize.

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It takes away from the seriousness of the issues being discussed.

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It makes the issues seem more realistic and relatable.

Question 4

In Monty Python sketches, what is the name of the fictional country that is frequently mentioned?

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Upper Volta

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Narnia

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Camelot

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Uruk-hai

Question 5

Which Monty Python film follows the quest of knights searching for the Holy Grail?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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And Now for Something Completely Different

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The Life of Brian

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The Meaning of Life

Question 6

What is the title of the iconic song that serves as the theme tune for the Monty Python TV series?

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Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

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The Lumberjack Song

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Galaxy Song

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Eric the Half-a-Bee

Question 7

In the 'Dead Parrot' sketch, what is the main point of contention between the customer and the shopkeeper?

Accepted Answer

Whether the parrot is alive or dead

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The price of the parrot

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The size of the parrot's cage

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The color of the parrot's feathers

Question 8

Who is the Monty Python member known for their catchphrase 'And now for something completely different'?

Accepted Answer

Eric Idle

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John Cleese

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Graham Chapman

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Michael Palin

Question 9

In the 'Spam' sketch, what is the main complaint of the customer?

Accepted Answer

The Spam is on every menu item

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The Spam is too expensive

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The Spam is not available

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The Spam is overcooked

Question 10

In the 'Argument Clinic' sketch, what is the main obstacle to having a meaningful conversation?

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The participants constantly interrupt each other

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The participants speak in different languages

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The participants are all deaf

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The participants are all wearing blindfolds

Question 11

Monty Python's comedy is known for its surreal humor. How did they impact the entertainment industry?

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They made surreal humor popular in mainstream entertainment.

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They invented the sketch comedy format.

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They introduced political satire to a wider audience.

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They increased the use of slapstick in comedic performances.

Question 12

Which of the following was NOT a core member of the Monty Python comedy group?

Accepted Answer

Rowan Atkinson

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Eric Idle

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John Cleese

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Terry Gilliam

Question 13

What was the title of the iconic television series created by Monty Python?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python's Flying Circus

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Fawlty Towers

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The Goodies

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Benny Hill Show

Question 14

Which Monty Python sketch featured a customer attempting to return a deceased parrot to a pet shop?

Accepted Answer

Dead Parrot

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Cheese Shop

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Argument Clinic

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Spanish Inquisition

Question 15

What was the primary comedic technique used in the 'Dead Parrot' sketch?

Accepted Answer

Repetition

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Satire

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Farce

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Metaphor

Question 16

What was the name of the recurring sketch set within a medieval castle?

Accepted Answer

Knights of Ni

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Courtroom Sketch

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Spanish Inquisition

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Dead Parrot

Question 17

Which Monty Python film satirized religious figures and events?

Accepted Answer

The Life of Brian

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Meaning of Life

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And Now for Something Completely Different

Question 18

What was the significance of the 'Spam' sketch in Monty Python's comedy?

Accepted Answer

It highlighted the absurdity of repetitive advertising.

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It contained a hidden political message.

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It featured a groundbreaking animation technique.

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It introduced a new comedic genre.

Question 19

How did the social and political climate of the United Kingdom impact the comedy of Monty Python?

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It provided a context for them to critique and comment on society.

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It forced them to use slapstick humor to avoid censorship.

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It limited their creativity due to fear and repression.

Question 20

What distinctive comedic element sets Monty Python apart from other comedy groups?

Accepted Answer

Surrealism and unexpected situations

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Observational humor based on everyday life

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Political satire and social commentary

Question 21

What is the title of Monty Python's iconic television series?

Accepted Answer

The Flying Circus

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Fawlty Towers

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Only Fools and Horses

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Yes, Minister

Question 22

What is the primary comedic style employed by Monty Python?

Accepted Answer

Surrealism

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Slapstick

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Political satire

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Deadpan

Question 23

Which Monty Python film features a group of knights on a quest for the Holy Grail?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Life of Brian

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The Meaning of Life

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And Now for Something Completely Different

Question 24

Who directed the majority of Monty Python's films?

Accepted Answer

Terry Gilliam

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John Cleese

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Eric Idle

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Graham Chapman

Question 25

Which Monty Python sketch features a group of philosophers debating the existence of God?

Accepted Answer

The Argument Sketch

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The Meaning of Life Sketch

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The Fish Slapping Dance

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The Silly Walk

Question 26

How has Monty Python's comedy influenced the evolution of comedy?

Accepted Answer

Increased use of absurd and surrealist humor

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Decreased use of slapstick comedy

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Reduced focus on political and social satire

Question 27

What is the name of Monty Python's groundbreaking TV series?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python's Flying Circus

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The Cambridge Circus

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The Oxford Circus

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The Tottenham Court Road Circus

Question 28

Which Monty Python sketch features a group of philosophers debating the existence of God?

Accepted Answer

The Argument Clinic

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The Dead Parrot Sketch

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The Spanish Inquisition Sketch

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The Ministry of Silly Walks Sketch

Question 29

Which Monty Python film features the knights of the Round Table searching for the Holy Grail?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Life of Brian

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The Meaning of Life

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And Now for Something Completely Different

Question 30

Which Monty Python sketch involves a customer returning a defective parrot to a pet shop?

Accepted Answer

The Dead Parrot Sketch

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The Argument Clinic

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The Spanish Inquisition Sketch

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The Lumberjack Song

Question 31

Which Monty Python member directed the critically acclaimed film 'Brazil'?

Accepted Answer

Terry Gilliam

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John Cleese

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Michael Palin

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Eric Idle

Question 32

How many seasons did 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' run for?

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4

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3

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5

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6

Question 33

How did Monty Python's use of exaggerated physical comedy and slapstick humor enhance the absurdity of their sketches and films?

Accepted Answer

To highlight the ridiculousness of everyday situations.

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To establish a realistic backdrop for their surreal humor.

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To showcase their physical prowess.

Question 34

How did Monty Python's clever use of wordplay make their sketches so memorable and quotable?

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They twisted the meanings of words to create funny double meanings

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They intentionally misspelled words to change how they sounded

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They swapped out normal words for silly phrases to surprise viewers

Question 35

Which member of Monty Python was renowned for their surreal and eccentric humor?

Accepted Answer

Graham Chapman

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John Cleese

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Eric Idle

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Michael Palin

Question 36

Identify the iconic TV series that catapulted Monty Python to fame.

Accepted Answer

Monty Python's Flying Circus

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The Two Ronnies

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Not the Nine O'Clock News

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Fawlty Towers

Question 37

In which Monty Python film does a scene depict knights debating the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Life of Brian

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The Holy Grail

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The Meaning of Life

Question 38

Which Monty Python member directed the film 'The Life of Brian'?

Accepted Answer

Terry Gilliam

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Terry Jones

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Graham Chapman

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John Cleese

Question 39

In which Monty Python sketch does a customer complain about a parrot that cannot speak?

Accepted Answer

The Dead Parrot Sketch

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The Fish-Slapping Dance

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The Argument Clinic

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The Cheese Shop

Question 40

Name the character played by Terry Jones who frequently met an unfortunate demise.

Accepted Answer

Sir Not-Appearing-in-this-Film

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Mr. Gumby

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The Killer Rabbit

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The Black Knight

Question 41

Describe the unique animation style seen in Monty Python's opening credits sequence.

Accepted Answer

Terry Gilliam's Cut-Out Animation

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The Terry Gilliam Effect

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Python Animation

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Surrealist Montage

Question 42

How did improvisation contribute to Monty Python's comedic style?

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It allowed for spontaneous and original sketches.

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It ensured strict adherence to scripts.

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It helped create complex characters.

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It reduced production time.

Question 43

Which of these comedians is NOT a member of Monty Python?

Accepted Answer

Rowan Atkinson

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John Cleese

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Terry Gilliam

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Eric Idle

Question 44

In which classic Monty Python sketch does a customer try to return a parrot that he claims is dead?

Accepted Answer

Dead Parrot

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Spanish Inquisition

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Cheese Shop

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Ministry of Silly Walks

Question 45

Which Monty Python film follows a group of knights on a quest for the Holy Grail?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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And Now for Something Completely Different

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Life of Brian

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Meaning of Life

Question 46

Which Monty Python film humorously reimagines the life of Jesus Christ?

Accepted Answer

Life of Brian

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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And Now for Something Completely Different

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Meaning of Life

Question 47

What is the name of the Monty Python sketch where a group of men perform a silly 'Ministry of Silly Walks'?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Silly Walks

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The Lumberjack Song

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Dead Parrot

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Four Yorkshiremen

Question 48

What award did Monty Python receive in 1990 for their contributions to British comedy?

Accepted Answer

BAFTA Fellowship

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Primetime Emmy Award

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Golden Globe Award

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Academy Award

Question 49

Which of these is NOT a member of the original Monty Python troupe?

Accepted Answer

Peter Cook

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Graham Chapman

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John Cleese

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Eric Idle

Question 50

What is the name of the famous sketch where a man attempts to buy a dead parrot?

Accepted Answer

The Dead Parrot Sketch

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The Ministry of Silly Walks

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The Argument Clinic

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The Fish Slapping Dance

Question 51

What is the primary comedic device used in the 'Ministry of Silly Walks' sketch?

Accepted Answer

Physical humor and absurdity

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Black comedy

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Wordplay

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Satire of bureaucracy

Question 52

What is the name of the famous Monty Python film that parodies the Arthurian legend?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Monty Python's Flying Circus

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Monty Python's Life of Brian

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Monty Python's Meaning of Life

Question 53

What is the catchphrase uttered by the character 'The Black Knight' in Monty Python and the Holy Grail?

Accepted Answer

It's just a flesh wound!

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Run away!

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I fart in your general direction!

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None shall pass!

Question 54

Which Monty Python film features a character called 'Brian' who is mistakenly worshipped as the Messiah?

Accepted Answer

Monty Python's Life of Brian

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Monty Python's Meaning of Life

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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Monty Python's Flying Circus

Question 55

What is the name of the famous sketch where a group of people try to explain the meaning of life?

Accepted Answer

The Argument Clinic

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The Spanish Inquisition

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The Lumberjack Song

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The Cheese Shop

Question 56

In which Monty Python film does the famous 'Dead Parrot' sketch appear?

Accepted Answer

It does not appear in any Monty Python film.

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Monty Python's Life of Brian

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Monty Python's Meaning of Life

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail

Question 57

What is the name of the recurring character in Monty Python's Flying Circus known for his silly walks?

Accepted Answer

The Ministry of Silly Walks

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The Lumberjack

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The Dead Parrot

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The Spanish Inquisition

Question 58

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Monty Python's humor?

Accepted Answer

Romanticism

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Surrealism

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Absurdity

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Satire