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TV Series &
Cartoon Series

Volume 02
 Chapter 01

TV Series
How I Met Your Mother
Ted Mosby

Question
Ted Mosby declared his undying love for Robin with one
_______ decision.

Answer
Impetuous Acting quickly without thinking of
the result.

Synonyms Antonyms
Rash, Impulsive, Hasty Wary, Cautious
The Big Bang Theory
Sheldon

Question
Sheldon's presence in the show cannot be ignored
because of his various _________.

Answer

Idiosyncrasies Unusual behaviour or thinking style

Synonyms Antonyms
Mannerism, Peculiarity, Conformity, Sameness
Eccentricity
Suits
Jessica Pearson

Question
The monumental twist of Jessica’s resignation from her
post _______ fans worldwide.

Answer
Astounded To cause a feeling of shock or surprise
in someone

Synonyms Antonyms
Amaze, Stupify, Stun, Dull, Bore
Astonish, Startle
Game of Thrones
The entire plot!

Question
The sudden twists and turns in the plot keep the fans
________ until the next episode.

Answer
Speculating To formulate a theory or to keep
guessing.

Synonyms Antonyms
Postulate, Conjecture, Document, Establish,
Theorize Prove
Friends
Phoebe

Question
Phoebe was ________ to believe that her infamous
song - Smelly Cat was sensational!

Answer
Delusion To have beliefs and impressions that
are not actually real.

Synonyms Antonyms
Misinterpretation, Accurate, Certain, Honest
Misbelief, Misconception
Breaking Bad
Question
Though Walter White aka Heisenberg’s _______ role is the
main theme of the series, it is Jesse Pinkman’s exuberant
role that fuels the show.
a) Indulgent b) Bogus
c) Enigmatic d) Insipid

Answer
Enigmatic A person or a condition that is puzzling.

Synonyms Antonyms
Mystery, Puzzle, Secret,
Explicit.
Riddle
Sherlock
Question
Benedict Cumberbatch’s _______ portrayal of the
renowned Sherlock Holmes was widely accepted by fans.

a) Obfuscate b) Eccentric
c) Palpable d) Macabre

Answer
Eccentric A person of unconventional and
slightly strange views or behaviour.

Synonyms Antonyms
Oddity, Misfit Ordinary, Conventional
 Chapter 02

Cartoon Series
Dexter’s Laboratory
Question
With a push of a button, Dee Dee _____ Dexter’s
mind-blowing technological experiments!
a) Fabricated b) Disseminated
c) Ravaged d) Culminated

Answer
Ravaged To bring destruction through various
actions

Synonyms Antonyms
Destroy, Devastate, Ruin ,
Mend, Patch, Repair
Damage
Powerpuff Girls
Question
The Powerpuff Girls were one of the first female
superheroes, who saved the city with skill & _______.
a) Valour b) Effigy
c) Platitude d) Convivial

Answer
Valour Strength to fight despite danger.

Synonyms Antonyms
Courage, Dauntless,
Soft, Weak, Timid
Daring
Pokemon
Question
Every trainer develops a strong ________ with their
pokemon, which allows them to win battles, just like Ash &
Pikachu.
a) Camaraderie b) Gaucherie
c) Canard d) Charcuterie

Answer
Camaraderie A spirit of trust and easy familiarity

Synonyms Antonyms
Companionship,
Dislike, Hostility
Friendship, Comradeship
Tom & Jerry
Question
Jerry’s ______ thinking got him out of every encounter
unscathed, leaving Tom angry & helpless.
a) Astute b) Fatuous
c) Erudite d) Fervid

Answer
Astute Quick and Clever thinking in any
situation

Synonyms Antonyms
Sharp, Adroit, Canny,
Ignorant, Obtuse, Asinine
Shrewd
SWAT KATS
Question
SWAT Kats were two cool, ______ fighter pilots who would
do anything to keep the city safe!
a) Reckless b) Vigorous
c) Dexterous d) Furious

Answer
Dexterous Having or showing great skill or
cleverness

Synonyms Antonyms
Clever, Deft, Handy Clumsy, Unskilled
Looney Tunes
Question
The Looney Tunes was first created in the 1930 and is one of
the few cartoons that have _____ the test of time.

a) Suffer b) Derided
c) Endured d) Surfeited

Answer
Endured To remain in existence, To last for a long
time.

Synonyms Antonyms
Survive, Unwaver, Persist Succumb, Fade, Cave,
Prevail Short-lived
Bob the Builder
Question
The intro jingle for Bob the Builder leaves an _________
impression in the mind.

a) Indelible b) Permanent
c) Livid d) Redundant

Answer
Indelible Not easily forgettable.

Synonyms Antonyms
Memorable, Forgettable
Unforgettable, Notable
Scooby Doo
Question
Scooby and his best friend Shaggy are best known for their
_______ nature and the fear of ghosts and ghouls.

a) Saturnine b) Penurious
c) Gourmand d) Hubris

Answer
Gourmand A person who is devoted to eating and
drinking in excess.

Synonyms Antonyms
Trencherman, Glutton,
Dieter, Nibbler, Picker
Swiller