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One of the forerunners of children's television, "Captain Kangaroo" brought social etiquette, education, and fun to several generations of children, from the 1950s through the 1990s.
What recognizable garb did Captain Kangaroo wear after 1971?
A red jacket with white trim
A large gray jacket with a kangaroo on the back
A black tuxedo
A green bathrobe with fluffy slippers
Which International Hall of Fame was Bob Keeshan (Captain Kangaroo) inducted into in 1990?
The Gospel Music Hall of Fame
The Clown Hall of Fame
The Australian Football Hall of Fame
The Curling Hall of Fame
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Why is the Captain named after a kangaroo?
Because he calls children "joeys"
Because of his Australian accent
Because of his jumping ability
Because of the over-sized pockets on his jacket
One of the regular characters was Dennis. What was he known for?
Being very inquisitive
Being very shy
Being very hungry
Being very sad
What other well-known character did Bob Keeshan play in his career?
Ronald McDonald
Clarabell the Clown
Bozo the Clown
Weary Willie
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Which character enjoyed telling bad knock-knock jokes?
Mr. Moose
Captain Kangaroo
Mr. Green Jeans
Dancing Bear
Who made appearances with an abundance of fruit, and played many instruments?
The Banana Man
The Orange Lady
The Apple Girl
The Berry Boy
What prank did Mr. Moose like to play on Captain K?
Hiding the Captain's reading glasses
Putting salt on the Captain's cereal
Dropping ping pong balls on his head
Tickling his nose with a feather
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One of the characters on the show was a rabbit. What was his name?
Mr. Hare
Bunny Rabbit
Funny Bunny
Peter Rabbit
Who played Captain Kangaroo's friend, Mr. Green Jeans?
Cosmo Allegretti
Arte Johnson
Nipsey Russell
Hugh Brannum
Bob Keeshan wrote a children's book series that featured what character?
Happy Puppy
Grape Ape
Chunky Spunky Monkey
Itty Bitty Kitty
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Which of these cartoon characters was regularly on "The Captain Kangaroo Show" during its early years?
Tom Terrific
Rocky Squirrel
Mr. Peabody
Underdog
What was Bunny Rabbit known for?
Telling outlandish stories
Stockpiling books in his rabbit hole
Outsmarting others to get carrots
Hiding the Captain's morning newspaper
Which surprising quote is attributed to Keeshan?
"One of the big secrets of finding time is not to watch television.''
"Sometimes we spend too much time clowning around in real life."
"Children do not need educating; they need to educate adults."
"I grew tired of playing the Captain long ago."
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In 1968, the first African-American character was added to the cast. Who was he?
Mr. Snyder
Mr. Bartholomew
Mr. Mulligan
Mr. Baxter
What was the title of the theme song for "Captain Kangaroo?"
"A Morning of Funshine"
"Bells and Whistles"
"Grasshopper Frolic"
"Puffin' Billy"
Which famous country star was looking for Dancing Bear so he could perform with her?
Loretta Lynn
Reba McIntyre
Dolly Parton
Tammy Wynette
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What other children's show host did the Captain and Bunny Rabbit visit?
Sharon, Lois, and Bram
Mister Rogers
Mr. Wizard
LeVar Burton
Bob Keeshan wanted control when it came to commercials and the products that were advertised. Which company was a strong supporter of the show?
Mattel
Colgate
Hershey
Keds
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In 1957, a major league baseball player visited the Captain. Who was it?
Roger Maris
Sandy Koufax
Hank Aaron
Willy Mays
In rebranding the show in the 1980s for "The All New Captain Kangaroo," the Captain added three new features. Which was NOT one of these additions?
Picture Pages
The Undersea Adventures of Captain Nemo
The Adventures of Slim Goodbody
Elbow McGee
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The Captain and Mr. Green Jeans visited Phil Donahue to pitch an invention. What did it do?
It made music come out of banana peels.
It made everything taste like bubble gum.
It turned garbage into bubbles.
It turned carrot greens into green clothing.
Who played Mr. Bainter the Painter on the show?
Bob Keeshan
Hugh Brannum
Cosmo Allegretti
Kevin Clash
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As the show evolved, what ritual became part of the opening?
Mr. Moose turning off the alarm clock.
A series of celebrities would greet the show with "Good Morning, Captain!"
The Captain would eat a different breakfast each morning.
Bunny Rabbit would hide carrots somewhere special.
Kevin Clash appeared on Captain Kangaroo and was also the puppeteer behind what well-known character?
Charlie McCarthy
LambChop
Big Bird
Elmo
What was the original name of the setting for the show?
The Captain's Place
The Happy Hotel
The Cottage of Smiles
The Treasure House
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Frank Zappa wrote a song about one of the characters from the show. Who was it?
Mr. Moose
Mr. Green Jeans
Grandfather Clock
Debbie
Although he did not earn the rank of Captain, in what branch of the military did Bob Keeshan serve?
Navy
Army
Marines
Air Force
In 2014, a book was published that revealed some of the TV industry's trade secrets, and cited pranks and other events occurring on the sets of some famous shows including "Captain Kangaroo." What was it called?
"Last Stage Manager Standing"
"Close the Curtains"
"I've Seen It All"
"Behind the Camera"
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