The Rusc.Com End Of Year Old Time Radio Quiz

In the game show "You Bet Your Life," if contestants mentioned "the secret woid," a toy duck would fall down in front of them. This was a comedic element of the show, adding surprise and entertainment for both the contestants and the audience. The toy duck falling down was a way to acknowledge the mention of the secret word and create a playful atmosphere on the show.

The statement suggests that Fibber McGee and Molly was going to be renamed Flubber McGee and Molly due to trademarking issues between NBC and Kraft Corporation. However, the answer is false because there is no evidence or information provided to support this claim. Without any additional context or sources, it is not possible to confirm or deny the accuracy of this statement.

The correct answer is "Daughter and Son-in-Law". This means that Edgar Rice Burroughs, the author of Tarzan of the Apes, had a daughter who married the actor who played Tarzan in the radio series. This suggests that there was a familial connection between the author and the actors who portrayed Tarzan and Jane in the radio series.

Johnny of the Circus was not an old time radio series. However, there was an old time radio series called Jerry of the Circus.

Sound technicians did indeed use a blown-up basketball bladder filled with BB shots to create the sound effects of rain and explosions on radio shows. This technique allowed them to produce realistic and convincing sounds that enhanced the overall experience for listeners.

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The Shadow learned the secret of how to make himself invisible in the Orient.

The correct answer is "Tale" because it completes the name of the spooky old time radio thriller that ran from 1934 to 1937. The word "Witch's" suggests that the show revolves around witches and the word "Tale" implies that it tells a story. Therefore, "Witch's Tale" is a fitting and complete title for this radio thriller.

Bret Morrison played the character of The Shadow the longest.

The Shadow was broadcast from 1930 through to 1954. During that time it was aired at a variety of times from as early as 5pm (1945 to 1954) and as late as 10pm (1931 and 1932).

The statement is asking whether the TV show "Wild Bill Hickok" existed before it was first broadcast on radio. The correct answer is true, indicating that the TV show was created and aired before it was broadcast on radio.

The correct answer is "Chandu, the Magician." This is a juvenile old-time radio series that features the character Chandu, who is a magician. The repetition of "Chandu" in the answer reinforces that the series is indeed called "Chandu, the Magician."

The correct answer is "Midnight." This answer fills in the blank for the juvenile old time radio series called "Captain Midnight."

The correct answer is "whistler, the whistler." This is the famous introduction to the popular mystery show that aired from 1942 to 1955. The phrase "I am the whistler" is followed by "and I know many things for I walk by night." The inclusion of both "whistler" and "the whistler" in the answer options suggests that either version could be correct.

Roy Rogers' real name was indeed Leonard Slye. He was an American singer and actor who became one of the most popular Western stars of his time. Rogers adopted his stage name, Roy Rogers, in the 1940s and went on to have a successful career in film and music.

For almost all the years the show was on air the whistling part of the theme was performed by Dorothy Roberts, as very few people could perfect the two octave range.

Orson Welles started to act on radio "in order to pay the bills". This suggests that he took up acting on radio as a means to earn money and support himself financially. It implies that he may not have had other sources of income or that acting on radio provided a stable and reliable source of income for him.

He was born of British parents in 1892 who were living in South Africa at the time and didn't immigrate to England until 1912.

Alas, this wonderful series only ran from 1947 to 1949 and yet during that short time it included some real classic broadcasts such as "the Thing on the Fourble Board"

After the broadcast of "War of the Worlds," Orson Welles gained significant attention and was offered a contract by RKO to create a film. He accepted the offer and went on to produce, direct, and star in the renowned movie "Citizen Kane," which is considered a cinematic masterpiece. Therefore, the statement is true.

The correct answer is "Aldrich" or "aldrich". This suggests that the popular comedy series is called "The Aldrich Family". The mention of a son named Henry implies that the show revolves around the Aldrich family and their humorous experiences.

Vincent Price was born in Missouri.

It is true that Perry Mason was broadcast on the radio before it became a TV show, but it first aired way back in 1943 and not 1953 as mentioned in the question.

The given answer, "Fabulous Dr. Tweet," was not an old time radio comedy series. The other options, such as the Baby Snooks Show, It's Higgins, Sir, That's Rich, and Old Gold Comedy Theater, were all well-known radio comedy series from the past. However, there is no information available about a radio comedy series called "Fabulous Dr. Tweet."

"Mr & Mrs North" was an old time radio detective series. This series followed the adventures of Jerry and Pamela North, a married couple who found themselves caught up in various mysteries and crimes. The show aired from 1942 to 1954 and was popular for its witty dialogue and intriguing storylines. The Norths, with the help of their friend Lieutenant Bill Weigand, would often find themselves in dangerous situations as they attempted to solve crimes and catch the culprits. The show was well-received and remains a classic example of the detective genre in radio entertainment.

In the film version of "The Third Man," Harry Lime is portrayed as a villain. However, in the radio series, he is depicted as a hero.

The correct answer is "master" or "Master." This popular old-time radio detective series is called "Nick Carter, Master Detective." The word "master" suggests that Nick Carter is an expert or highly skilled detective, emphasizing his ability to solve complex cases and outsmart criminals. The capitalization of "Master" in the answer options indicates that it is a title or part of the show's official name.

The correct answer for this question is "tracer, Tracer." The question is asking for the missing word in the popular old time radio detective series called "Mr. Keen ______ of Lost Persons." The word "tracer" fits grammatically and thematically with the series, as Mr. Keen is a detective who specializes in finding lost individuals. The repetition of the word "Tracer" in the answer options is likely a formatting error.

Jack Webb directed and starred in Pat Novak, For Hire before he starred in Dragnet.

The correct answer for this question is "hire" or "Hire." This popular old time radio detective series is titled "Pat Novak for Hire." The word "hire" in the title suggests that Pat Novak is a detective for hire, meaning that he is available to be hired or employed to solve cases and investigate mysteries.

Jack Webb was born in Santa Monica.

The answer is "Witness" because it was not an old-time radio detective/crime series. The other options, Confession, Lineup, and Manhunt, were all popular radio detective/crime series during that time.

Jingles is the correct answer because he is known as Wild Bill Hickok's deputy. Jingles is a well-known character from the television show "The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok" which aired in the 1950s. He is often portrayed as a bumbling but loyal sidekick to Wild Bill Hickok, helping him in his adventures and providing comic relief.

Town Hall Square was not an old time radio drama series. The other options, Big Town, Crisis in War Town, and Mayor of the Town, were all popular radio drama series from the past. Town Hall Square does not match the pattern of the other options and is therefore the correct answer.

Gene Autry, an old-time radio regular, made 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' a hit.

Gold Theater was not an old time radio series because it is not listed among the options provided. The question asks for the show that does not contain the word "Theater" and is an old time radio series, and since Gold Theater is not listed, it cannot be the correct answer.

Artie Shaw is the correct answer because he was not only a renowned big band leader but also played on the Burns and Allen Radio Show. He was a clarinetist and bandleader known for his innovative approach to jazz music. Shaw's involvement with the Burns and Allen Radio Show showcased his versatility and ability to adapt to different musical styles and settings.

The well-known old time radio drama series that was also known as Mercury Theater on the Air is Campbell Playhouse.

Butterfly McQueen is the correct answer because she played the role of Prissy, a maid, in the movie "Gone With The Wind." Later on, she went on to play Mary Livingstons Maid on The Jack Benny Show.

The correct answer is James Gregory - Inspector Luger on 'Barney Miller'. This is because the question asks for the actor who replaced Cpt. Canelli on the show 21st Precinct with Cpt. Cronin, and James Gregory played Inspector Luger on 'Barney Miller', which is a similar role in a different TV show.

The correct answer is "please, Please". The phrase "please, Please" is commonly associated with the famous old time radio quiz show. It is likely that the host or announcer of the show would use this phrase to request or encourage the audience to provide information or answers. The repetition of "please" emphasizes the polite and enthusiastic nature of the request.

William Conrad played the part of Matt Dillon in Gunsmoke.

Lionel Barrymore played the part of Ebenezer Scrooge in the annual radio Christmas present adaptation of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol".

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The correct answer is that Beaulah was in reality a male actor. This means that the character of Beaulah, who was portrayed as an African-American housekeeper, was actually played by a male actor. This may have been unusual for the time period, as it was more common for female actresses to play female characters. This unexpected casting choice could have added an interesting dynamic to the show and may have contributed to its popularity or demise.

In the early radio episodes of Dragnet, the character of Chief of Detectives Ed Backstran was played by Raymond Burr, who later achieved great success as TV's Perry Mason.

Tomorrow's World was not an old time radio science-fiction series. The other three options, Beyond Tomorrow, Tales of Tomorrow, and Exploring Tomorrow, were all popular radio shows that aired during the early days of radio. However, Tomorrow's World does not fit into this category and was not a science-fiction series.

Teeny, the little girl who lived next door on Fibber McGee and Molly, was actually named Elizabeth.

The correct answer is "They have no names, they call each other Dear". This is because in the show "The Couple Next Door", the husband and wife are not given specific names. Instead, they refer to each other as "Dear".

The correct answer is Train. The old time radio soap opera Green Valley Line was about the mode of transport that is a train.