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30 Downton Abbey quiz questions and answers

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Downton Abbey is a historical period drama television series that captured the hearts of millions of viewers around the world.

Created by Julian Fellowes, the show takes place in the fictional Yorkshire country estate of Downton Abbey in the early 20th century and depicts the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their domestic servants during a time of great social change.

The show ran for six seasons from 2010 to 2015 and became a cultural phenomenon, winning numerous awards and nominations, including three Golden Globe Awards, fifteen Primetime Emmy Awards, and a special BAFTA award.

The show’s popularity can be attributed to its intricate plotlines, nuanced characters, and lavish production design, which recreated the opulence and grandeur of the Edwardian era. Fans of the show have developed a deep attachment to the characters, both upstairs and downstairs, and have been captivated by their personal and professional triumphs and tragedies.

It really did make period dramas cool again and paved the way for many similar shows in the last decade or so.

If you’re a fan of Downton Abbey, then this quiz is for you! Test your knowledge of the show by answering 30 questions about its plot, characters, and production. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just a casual viewer, this quiz is sure to challenge and delight you. So pour yourself a cup of tea, sit back, and let’s see how much you really know about the world of Downton Abbey!

Downton Abbey Series 1 Ep 1 © 2010 Universal.

Downton Abbey quiz questions and answers

Downton Abbey quiz questions

  1. Who is the creator of Downton Abbey?
  2. What is the name of the estate where Downton Abbey is set?
  3. Who is the head butler at Downton Abbey?
  4. Who is Lady Mary’s first husband?
  5. What is the name of the actor who plays Lord Grantham?
  6. What is the name of the family who owns Downton Abbey?
  7. Who is the Crawleys’ housekeeper?
  8. What is the name of Lady Mary’s son?
  9. Who is Lady Edith’s first love interest?
  10. What is the name of the local doctor who becomes a regular at Downton Abbey?
  11. Who is the estate’s gamekeeper?
  12. Who is the chauffeur who marries Lady Sybil?
  13. What is the name of the family’s dog?
  14. Who is the cook at Downton Abbey?
  15. What is the name of Lady Mary’s younger sister?
  16. Who is the heir to the Downton Abbey estate?
  17. What is the name of Lady Edith’s daughter?
  18. Who is the Irish revolutionary who stays at Downton Abbey?
  19. What is the name of the valet who steals from Lord Grantham?
  20. Who is the agent who manages the estate’s finances?
  21. Who is the American millionaire who becomes Lady Grantham’s maid of honor?
  22. What is the name of the family’s loyal butler who dies in the first season?
  23. Who is Lady Mary’s second husband?
  24. What is the name of the maid who becomes Lady Grantham’s maid of honor?
  25. Who is the footman who is promoted to valet for Lord Grantham?
  26. What is the name of Lady Mary’s daughter?
  27. Who is the Crawleys’ former housemaid who becomes a teacher?
  28. Who is the family’s lawyer?
  29. What is the name of the village where Downton Abbey is located?
  30. Who is the character who is revealed to be gay in the series?

Downton Abbey quiz answers

  1. Julian Fellowes
  2. Downton Abbey
  3. Mr. Carson
  4. Matthew Crawley
  5. Hugh Bonneville
  6. Crawley family
  7. Mrs. Hughes
  8. George Crawley
  9. Sir Anthony Strallan
  10. Dr. Richard Clarkson
  11. Mr. Mason
  12. Tom Branson
  13. Isis
  14. Mrs. Patmore
  15. Lady Edith
  16. Robert Crawley (Earl of Grantham)
  17. Marigold
  18. Tom Branson (before he marries Lady Sybil)
  19. Mr. Bates
  20. Mr. Charles Carson
  21. Harold Levinson
  22. Mr. Lang
  23. Henry Talbot
  24. Anna Bates (nee Smith)
  25. Thomas Barrow
  26. Sybil Crawley
  27. Daisy Mason (nee Robinson)
  28. George Murray
  29. Downton
  30. Thomas Barrow

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