Only A True Simpsons Fan Could Get 100% On This Quiz In Less Than 2 Minutes
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The Simpsons is one of, if not the most iconic show to ever hit our lounge room TV screens. Now into its 30th season (which is an incredibly long lifespan that deserves to be applauded), Matt Groening continues to provide viewers with witty entertainment.
With Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and all the rest of the unique and lovable characters from Springfield, we've been blessed to have witnessed such comedic genius over the decades. The show has tackled almost every situation imaginable, often making fun of real-world events, people and places.
If you think that you're a bit of a Simpsons nerd, then you have certainly come to the right place. This quiz will feature some characters that should be immediately recognisable, while a handful of others will require a bit more of a think. We've also sprinkled in some characters whose time on the show was short, so only the hardcore fans will be able to remember those ones with ease.
From Carl Carlson and Lenny Leonard to Santa's Little Helper, Sideshow Bob, Krusty the Clown and everyone in between, get ready to be transported (even if only for a few minutes) into the world of Springfield! Let's get stuck into it!
Who is this character?
The Simpsons is truly one of the most iconic cartoon series ever made. In fact, it's probably number one, and we don't mind debating that with anyone who thinks otherwise. This famous yellow family has been on our screens for decades. This character is the youngest member of the family, one of the three children to Homer and Marge. Anyone who has watched The Simpsons should be able to remember her name without any issues. So then, just choose from one of the options above. Is this character named Baby Simpson, Lisa Simpson, Maggie Simpson, or Selma Bouvier? Take a guess!
Who is this character?
Okay, folks. This is a character that the majority of Simpsons fan should be able to remember without a second thought. He's Bart's best friend and has been a frequent character in the show for a number of years now. As told by Simpsons.fandom, “He is a ten-year-old boy and… the only child of Kirk and Luann… [His] most distinctive physical traits are his blue hair, big nose and extreme nearsightedness (depicted by very small eyes), requiring thick glasses to correct. He has regular intelligence but somewhat poor social skills. Although devious in his own way, [he] is quite gullible, which is why he is often led into trouble by Bart, who is not shy about taking advantage of the other's naïveté.”
Who is this character?
Okay, here we go with another character that should be as easy as they come to remember. He is the “owner and chairman of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant [and] is Springfield's wealthiest and most powerful [resident]. His net worth has been stated to be in the billions and in one instance was pegged at exactly $1,800,037,022, although it has fluctuated throughout the series.” (via Simpsons.fandom). So then, do we think that we can remember the name of this billionaire character? If you can't quite put your finger on it, just take a guess from one of the four options above.
Who is this character?
Who needs the Kwik-E-Mart? We do! This character can be found at the Springfield corner store, which we all know by its simple and catchy name, the Kwik-E-Mart. But he's actually a lot smarter than many people realise - as told by Simpsons.fandom, “he achieved a doctorate in Computer Science by designing the world's first tic-tac-toe program that only the top human players could beat (which was [beaten] by Bart years later). He then took a job working at the Kwik-E-Mart to repay his student loan.” So do we recall what his name is? It's one of the four options above.
Who is this character?
While this character isn't one of the main men in the show, he should still be well and truly recognisable for any fan who has seen at least a season or two. As explained by Simpsons.fandom, he “is the groundskeeper and janitor of Springfield Elementary School who's originally from Scotland. [His] job is to supervise the children of the School during recess, and clean the halls. He is recognizable with his red hair and thick [foreign] accent". So then, do we think that we can remember his name? It's one of the four options above, so just take a guess!
Who is this character?
Alright, folks. If you can't remember the name of this character, then, to be honest, you're probably in the wrong quiz. Without a doubt this man is the most well-known cartoon characters of the modern era (Mickey Mouse, please look away now if you're reading this). This man is the father of the Simpson family and always finds himself in sticky situations. He has had so many adventures over his time on the screen and continues to do so as the show movies into its 30th season. Okay, it's time to give us an answer. What is this dude's name?
Who is this character?
If we were ever walking down the streets of Springfield and decided it was time to wet our whistle and quench a thirst, then the best place to pop into would be Moe's Tavern. Of course, we can be all but guaranteed that a certain character will be sitting at the bar with a Duff in hand and a couple of empty Duffs on the table as well. Which character would that be? Well, we won't tell you his name because that's up to you to remember, but it's the dude pictured above with the shirt that's just a little too small.
Who is this character?
There's something oddly cute about a cartoon mouse with a chainsaw, isn't there? Or maybe it's a little intimidating - we haven't quite decided yet. This character of part of the cartoon within the cartoon that is The Simpsons. If anyone has seen Tom and Jerry, then this cartoon is a little bit similar, although it usually involves a lot more danger and violence. So then, does anyone remember what the name of this character is? If you can't quite figure it out, just take a quick guess from the options listed above. Is it Scratchy, Itchy, Sneezy, or Bluey?
Who is this character?
For those who have seen a fair few episodes of The Simpsons, this character should be realtively easy to remember. Simpsons.fandom tells us that this Springfield character “displays deep passion regarding all fictional memorabilia in general, especially science fiction to the point of complete monomania.” He is the owner of the comic book store in Springfield, and to be totally honest, is one of the nerdiest characters in the entire town. So then, does any name come to mind when looking at this image? Is there one of the four options above that stands out? Just take a quick guess!
Who is this character?
'Ha Ha!' Any true Simpsons fan would have read that and heard it in the voice of this character, without a doubt. While this young character is usually mean to the other school kids, taking their lunch money and roughing them up from time to time, he also has a softer side. As told by Simpsons.fandom, he “has many other moments where he displays his hidden good nature, such as his brief amorous relationship with Lisa. Although he cannot control his delinquent tendencies, he treats her with respect and even tries to change for her.“ So then, what is his name?
Who is this character?
This character is pretty iconic if you ask us. She has been one of the main characters in the show for as long as it has been on air (which is a pretty darn long time when you consider that there are now 30 seasons!). She “has yellow skin, blue eyes (although her pupils appear as black dots like the other characters), and blonde, "starfish" hair that is styled into points and matches the color of her skin. She is usually seen wearing a short, strapless red-orange dress with a zigzag hem, matching red-orange Mary-Jane shoes, and a white pearl necklace (given to her by Marge).” (via Simpsons.fandom)
Who is this character?
At first glance you may think that the character in the above picture is Bart Simpson, and that he was just having a bad day or got caught in the rain. But no, in fact this is another character altogether. Technically, this is actually the fourth Simpson child. He is a twin to Bart, but he was thought to be the 'bad' twin, so he was locked up in the attic of the house. It was later revealed that he was actually the good twin - go figure! So, does anyone remember his name? Choose from the four available options.
Who is this character?
Alright, Simpsons fans. This one might be a little more tricky that some characters that we've gone through already. Besides his obvious custume, here is some extra info, provided by Simpsons.fandom: this character “speaks Spanish primarily, but is once shown speaking in articulate English when he replaced Kent Brockman for a brief moment and when talking to his producer.” However, “Marge was once up late watching Bumblebee Man on TV and saw him confessing that he didn't know any Spanish until he joined [TV in Mexico] and that he was actually [from Belgium]” (Simpsons.fandom). So then, do we recall his name?
Who is this character?
Unfortunately, this character is no longer with us. Following an incident at the raceway, she played her final part in the show - she was “knocked off a grandstand by several t-shirt cannons at the Springfield Speedway. The shirts had been meant to hit Homer… [but he] noticed a bobby pin on the ground, and bent over to pick it up. This caused [her] to be struck instead” (as told by Simpsons.Fandom). So then, who can remember the name of this character? If anyone needs a hint, we'll reveal that she was a neighbor to the Simpson family and was a mother of two.
Who is this character?
Sporting the pink polo shirt, green shorts and brown afro, this character lived next door to the Simpson family on Evergreen terrace. He is the younger of the two brothers, and can be influenced more easily that his sibling. For example, as told by Simpsons.fandom, "When exposed to profanity, [he] himself starts to curse. An example would be after [he] heard Homer cursing, he had said "Hell, no" and "I said I don't want any damn vegetables" at the dinner table”. So then, can anyone here remember the name of this young character? Choose from one of the four options above.
Who is this character?
With her blue hair and her thick round glasses, we think it's pretty obvious that this character is related to Milhouse. And yep, that's totally right! She is Milhouse's mother plus the "cousin as well as wife of Kirk... She has been married to Kirk, divorced due to an argument at one of Homer and Marge's [bad] dinner parties, and later remarried to Kirk.” (as told by Simpsons.fandom). So then quizzers, does anyone remember exactly what this character's name is? She is quite a minor character in the grand scheme of things, but one option should stand out as the right one.
Who is this character?
Uh oh, this character means trouble! When you're sporting a black t-shirt with a skull and crossbones, then it's a pretty fair indication that you're not going to be the most pleasant kid in the school. This dude is part of the roughhouse gang at Springfield Elementary and he goes out of his way to make sure that the dweebs and nerds of the school are having a harder time than they need to be. Does anyone recall what his name is? If you can't quite put your finger on it, just take a guess from one of the options above.
Who is this character?
Alright, everyone. This character is clearly one of the most obvious ones of the list. In fact, you shouldn't even need to read this description for any hints because this 10 year old should be immediately recognised just from his appearance alone. He is the only son in the Simpson family (well, technically he has a twin up in the attic, but that wasn't revealed at the show's outset, so we'll let it slide for now) and is always causing mischief. This should be an easy one. Just choose from the four options and move on to the next question.
Who is this character?
Some readers would immediately recognise this Simpsons character, while others might need a few more hints to remember exactly what her name is. This character is a teacher at the local school (Springfield Elementary). Interestly enough, she was named after Matt Groening's first grade teacher. Her often appears quite uninterested with her job and “she is often seen smoking even while teaching, even under a "No Smoking" sign in the assembly hall. She also occasionally drinks on the job.“ (as told by Simpsons.fandom). So then, from the four options listed above, does any name stand out more than the others?
Who is this character?
Is this guy a superhero? You could certainly assume so thanks to the cape and tight outfit. But we don't actually know what his powers are. As told by Simpsons.fandom, "Very few references to [his] actual super powers have been made. As a result, the extent of his powers are not known. It can be inferred that [he] has some level of superhuman strength and invulnerability to injury.” He is definitely a minor character in the show, but the hardcore fans should still be able to recall his name. Of all the options above, which one is the correct choice?
Who is this character?
If there's a party going on somewhere in Springfield, you can bet your bottom dollar that this character will be there. Not only will he be there, but he will probably be referring to himself in third person and checking himself out in the nearest available mirror. According to Simpsons.fandom, “He is also one of the many characters to have married Selma Bouvier, and Marge mentions that he was the only one of Selma's partners who she [actually] liked.” Do you remember what his name is? If you're not sure then just take a guess from one of the options above!
Who is this character?
Alright folks, does anyone remember the argument about the bath pillow between this character and her son? Well, we certainly do! Simpsons.fandom gives us a bit of an insight into this elderly character: She is “commonly known as Mrs. Skinner, is the strict and bitter mother of Seymour Skinner. She is very harshly controlling of Seymour, and treats him like a mother would a small child, once grounding him because he did not say who was at the door after answering it. She hates Seymour's choice in women, especially Edna Krabappel.“ So then, do you remember what this character's name is?
Who is this character?
Picture this: You're 10 years old and it's time for school. You eat your breakfast, grab your packed lunch, jump on the school bus and arrive at the school. All is going well until, suddenly, you run into this character in the hallway. Along with Nelson and the rest of the gang, this 'kid' (he's actually WAY older than the other kids) is part of the roughhouse squad along with Nelson and the others. So then, do we remember what his name is? If you can't quite remember it, then just take a guess from one of the options below.
Who is this character?
We'll start off this one by giving everyone a quick hint. Even though this character is Marge Simpson's sister, she is not actually a Simpson. In fact, together with her other sister, they can't stand Homer and constantly question Marge's choice to marry him. She usually wears “a pink dress, with pink shoes and blue triangle earrings and orange or blue spherical beads” (as told by Simpsons.fandom). So then, does any particular name come to mind when we look at this character? Is her name Selma Bouvier, Patty Bouvier, Jacqueline Bouvier, or Helen Lovejoy? Take a guess if you don't know!
Who is this character?
This little creature plays an extremely minor role in the show, so only the true Simpsons fans will be able to remember its name. Although, since it actually shares a name with other cats that the Simpson family later adopts, it might make remembering its name just a little bit easier. This cat was the first one that Homer and the family owned, but unfortunately, it didn't stick around long, and was ultimately replaced. So then, do we think that we remember its name? There are only four choices, so if you aren't so sure, just take a quick guess.
Who is this character?
With his red-framed, round glasses, his blue hair and blue eyebrows, it should be pretty clear to most of us that this character is related to one of our favourites - Milhouse. Yep, this guy is actually Milhouse's father, and was once married (but then divorced) to Luann. Compared to the main characters, this guy isn't a vital part of the show, but he certainly does provide viewers with some laughs, mostly at the expense of himself. So then, does any name jump off the page as the correct one? If you're not too sure, just take a quick guess.
Who is this character?
Next up in the series of lovable (or not so lovable) characters for our favourite show, The Simpsons, is this member of Springfield Elementary. With his combover haircut, jagged pants (uh, seriously, who wears pants like that?), and plain but cool olive shirt, it would come as no surprise that this dude is part of the school's roughhouse squad. Alongside the likes of Nelson Muntz and Jimbo Jones, he walks around the school taking lunch money and causing a bit of trouble. However, unlike the others, he tends to have a little bit more of a softer side to him.
Who is this character?
Uh oh, this kid doesn't look like he's in such a good state, does he? Unfortunately for this character, he is no stranger to bad luck, and doesn't tend to fare to well on busses, often becoming a little nauseous. As shared by Simpsons.fandom, this Springfielder “is considered one of the nerds of the school along with Martin, Database and several others, making him a constant and easy target of Nelson and other bullies; however, he might also have some run-ins with the school rules, as he was seen in detention.” Which of the options above is the right one?
Who is this character?
This character, as outlined by Simpsons.fandom, had “a brief romance with Abraham Simpson... However, she broke up with him when she was wooed by billionaire Charles Montgomery Burns, whom she nearly married before Abraham's intervention made her decide she was better off alone.” Even though Monty Burns is one of the more sinister characters in the show, this character seemed pretty happy with him, that's for sure. She is Marge's mother, and the grandmother to Lisa, Maggie, and Bart. So then, does anyone remember the name of this elderly female character? Just take a guess from one of the options above.
Who is this character?
This show has given us a number of fantastic musical renditions over the course of its many years. One of the more memorable songs is thanks to this man, who made a quick but memorable appearance back in the earlier days of the show. Long story short, he crashed a Springfield town meeting and convinced them with an elaborate musical performance to spend their money on a monorail. This character's name might be a little more tricky to remember that many of the others, but for the most hardcore fans of the show, it should still be doable. Otherwise, take a guess!
Who is this character?
This character, as told to us by Simpsons.fandom “came to America and opened a restaurant in Springfield called "The Happy Sumo." In addition to the culinary arts, [he] practices the martial arts, teaching karate at the Springfield Learning Annex. Lately, [he] has returned to his first love, acting”. This character is also responsible for the incident with Homer and the Blowfish (does that one ring any bells for anyone here?) Now that we've given you a bit of information, do you think that you can remember the name of this guy? Just take a guess from one of the options if you're not too sure.
Who is this character?
When we look at the four options above, it should be clear what the answer is for anyone who remembered that this character is the wife to the Kwik-E-Mart owner, Apu. She is the mother to their children, and when we say children, we're putting the emphasis on the plurality of it, considering that they had octuplets. For anyone who isn't too sure how many that is, it's 8! Just take a moment to appreciate how tough it must be to raise 8 kids simultaneously. Anyway, how many of us are sure about her name? If you're not sure, just take a guess.
Who is this character?
We're stepping back into the Flanders family with this next character. This boys is the older of the two brothers and is the son of Ned and Maude. With his clean blue jeans and respectable polo shirt, it is clear that this character is one of the good ones. His closed eyes and clenched hands indicate that he's praying, which is certainly one of his favourite things to do. Simpsons.fandom tell us that he “enjoys playing wholesomely with his brother and eating lots of nachos Flanders-style ("That's cucumbers with cottage cheese!"). His one regret is that he cannot pray at school.”
Who is this character?
Compared to the majority of other characters that we've talked about so far in this quiz, this guitar-playing cowgirl is going to be much tougher to guess the name of. She is a very minor character, but for the true Simpsons addicts among us, her name should still ring a bell. As told by Simpsons.fandom, “Homer discovered [her] in a bar in the middle of nowhere. She sang "Your Wife Don't Understand You" for the rowdy bar crowd, and Homer was amazed by her voice. He decided to help her launch a singing [profession], much to the chagrin of Marge." What's her name?
Who is this character?
This character isn't one of the most well known of the show by any means, but his influence on Lisa Simpson's life was great. If you couldn't tell by the photo, he's clearly a musician, and like many musicians in both the fictional and real world, his name is a little obscure. So the, do any names come to might right off the bat? If you can't quite remember this character, then just take a guess from one of the four options above. We'll give you a quick hint - his surname is Murphy. Alright, it's time to choose now!
Who is this character?
Does anyone remember the heavyweight boxer, Drederick Tatum? Well, this character was actually his manager!! As told by Simpsons.fandom, thanks to this bling-loving character, Drederick Tatum “was transformed from street fighter to heavyweight champ. Wherever Drederick is, you'll find [this character] by his side giving 110% and only taking 95% of the purse” (Simpsons.fandom). His hairstyle is rather unique, blending a mix of purple and black. Only the true Simpsons fans will be able to get this one straight away, while others may need to stop and think a little more to remember his name. Okay, it's time to take a guess!
Who is this character?
Believe it or not, we're about to tell you this character's name! But we're pretty confident that it won't actually give away the answer. Ready? His name is Lothar Folkman! But here's the catch, as told by Simpsons.fandom: “A cooking prodigy, Lothar Folkman opened his restaurant in Springfield to critical success, but empty seats. No one wanted to eat food [from Italy] prepared by someone named Lothar. But after making a fake… accent, changing his name, and getting a makeover, his eatery became packed almost every night.” So then, what is this character's new name - the one he's commonly known as?
Who is this character?
Let's kick off this question with some information provided to us by Simpsons.fandom: This character "is originally from Brazil. His uncle was once the head primate at the Bureau of Tourism in Brazil and his mother's name is Toot-Toot, and she calls him Louis when they're reunited…. He [also] wears a pink fez and bow tie, but has also been seen in a tuxedo and gold encrusted thong.” So then folks, who thinks that they can remember the name of this entertaining monkey? Real fans of the show shouldn't have any issues. Just choose from one of the four options above!
Who is this character?
This character isn't the only animal present in the show by any means, but he is cerainly one of the biggest. He first appears when Bart wins a prize on KBBL radio. The elephant was initally a joke prize that the station assumed nobody would choose, but Bart did exactly that and the station was forced to follow through with its promise. Simpsons.fandom tells us that “In spite of his aggressive nature, [this elephant] has been trained to have a safety word, "magumbo". When someone says the word, Stampy goes limp and lies down, letting go of anything (or anyone) he's holding in his mouth.”
Who is this character?
We will start off talking about this character with a little help from our friends at Simpsons.fandom - this man “was an employee of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant and the self-declared enemy of Homer Simpson. [He] served as the main antagonist of the episode Homer's Enemy. [He] was a hard worker, who had to earn everything the hard way. He was also irritable, grumpy, and easily annoyed”. So then, do we have any idea what the name of this character was? If you can't figure it out straight away, just take a guess from one of the four options!
Who is this character?
Do we immediately recognise this character? Diehard fans of The Simpsons might, but for others, it could be a little tricky. As explained by Simpson.fandom, this character’s “dream since childhood was to become Krusty the Clown's sidekick on The Krusty the Clown Show, unaware as to how Krusty would treat him on the show. [He] spent, according to Bob, "four years at clown college", to which [he] replies, "I'd thank you not to refer to Princeton that way".” Now that we know all that information, does any name stand out as the correct option? If you're not sure, just take a guess.
Who is this character?
This character's name is a bit of a tricky one compared to many of the others listed in this quiz. Let's allow Simpsons.fandom to give us an insight into who this guy is: “He was first introduced as one of Mr. Burns' many lawyers. Subsequently, he most commonly appears as the lawyer arguing against the Simpsons whenever they wind up in court. He often makes good points against them and wins over the judge. However, he has attempted to aid the Simpson family at least once. He also occasionally appears to serve as a prosecutor.” Do you know who he is?
Who is this character?
If you have seen this character on the TV screen, then there are fairly good odds that you've heard him yelling his signature catchphrase at the expense of Principal Seymour Skinner - "SKKIIIIINNNNEERRRR!". He almost always sports a bright blue suit, white shirt and red tie (like pictured above). Simpsons.fandom describes him as, “temperamental and whimsical man unfortunately vested with authority”. Do we remember this character? Do we think that we can choose the right option for the four choices above? If you're not sure, just take a guess. A one in four chance isn't too bad! Time to guess!
Who is this character?
This man isn't part of the handful of primary characters in the show, but he has certainly made a number of appearances throughout the many seasons. As you can tell by the gavel and robe, he is one of the Springfield judges. As told by Simpsons.fandom, he is more lenient than the other judges - “When it comes to Bart [who is always getting into mischief], he normally lets him off the hook using the reasoning: "Boys will be boys". He was the judge who banned sugar in Springfield, though later cancelled the law, and also ordered the ruling of never mentioning anything about the "real Seymour Skinner".”
Who is this character?
As you can probably tell by this character's wide stature, he is an athlete. In fact, he was an Olympic gold medallist and a former boxing World Champion. We're going to share a little bit of info from Simpsons.fandom in order to get a better understanding of this character: this man “is a direct parody of Mike Tyson, right down to his [questionable history], high-pitched, lisping voice and his mansion full of exotic animals." So then, do we remember the name of this guy? From the four options listed above, does one name stand out more than the others? Time to choose
Who is this character?
This character was created to revamp the cartoon with a cartoon that was The Itchy and Scratchy Show. A lot of people auditioned to be the voice of this character, but as told by Simpsons.fandom, “Homer was chosen to provide [this character’s] voice. The character debuted to an unreceptive audience following a massive publicity campaign; he only served to interfere with the well-oiled machine”. Does anyone remember what his name was? With his backward cap, sunglasses and surfboard, it's clear that this pup is designed to be cool. Does that mean that he has a cool name too? It's time to choose
Who is this character?
This character is the primary news host in Springfield. As told to us by Simpsons.fandom, "he hosts the Channel 6 weekday news (Scott Christian is the weekend news anchor and [his] fill-in) as well as Smartline, a local current affairs show, and also Eye on Springfield, which focuses mostly on Springfield's entertainment news. He also is a failed musician who toys with the idea of being a math teacher." People who are big fans of the show should be able to remember this character's name relatively easily, but for others it might be a little more difficult. Okay, time to choose!
Who is this character?
This dog has been with the Simpsons throughout all of the series, unlike many other of their animals. Simpsons.fandom gives us an insight into his physical appearance: "He is a Greyhound with light brown fur. His rib cage is visible possibly because of being malnourished, but this isn't due to any form of neglect as the Simpson family is seen feeding Santa's Little Helper the proper amount of food and, on some occasions, too much. Also, Greyhounds are this thin in real life. His paws aren't details and only appear to be little stubs. His ears are in an arched shape." What is his name?
Who is this character?
As told by Simpsons.fandom, this character "appears as a slick, opportunistic politician whose chief priorities seem to be keeping himself in office, womanizing, and various other forms of corruption". Simpsons.fandom continues: "Despite being mayor for such a long time, Quimby does not know or care much about his city, often privately (or even publicly) showing his outright contempt for Springfield's citizens. He frequently takes overseas vacations, which take him out of town for extended periods of time, leading to the headline "Mayor Visits City" in the Springfield Shopper." Do we remember what his name is? Take a guess if you are not sure!
Who is this character? (on the right)
This character is the gym teacher at Springfield Elementary. "He is obsessed with the game Bombardment, even yelling "BOMBARDMENT" at the end of most of his sentences. Bombardment consists of Krupt hitting students with dodgeballs thrown at full force. Krupt is relentless in playing the game, even ignoring medical orders that would excuse his students from participating (and prevent him from assaulting them). Bart sneaked a peek at Krupt's calendar and saw that Krupt had Bombardment scheduled for every day, with "Double Bombardment" on Christmas Day" (as told by Simpsons.fandom). Does any name jump out off the page as the correct one?