
Father Knows Best portrayed an idealized vision of middle class American life. It began its life as a radio show before moving on to television in the 1950s, spanning 6 straight seasons for a total of 203 episodes.
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The Andersons' youngest daughter was named Kathy. What was her nickname?

Short Stuff
Kitten
Princess
Who played the Andersons' son Bud?

Billy Gray
Billy Mumy
Barry Gordon
What is the name of the Andersons' oldest daughter?

Annie
Kathy
Betty
Latin American character actor Natividad Vacio had a recurring role as a gardener. What is the name of his character?

Chico
Pedro
Frank
Robert Young portrayed "Father" Anderson on the show. What was Mr. Anderson's first name?

Bill
James
Bob
What is Betty's age in the first season?

17
13
15
The Andersons lived in the town of Springfield. What state is Springfield supposed to be in?

Missouri
Ohio
Kansas
What is Jim Anderson's occupation on the show?

Teacher
Insurance agent
Lawyer
How many seasons of new shows did "Father Knows Best" run in prime time?

5
7
6
Mrs. Anderson was portrayed by Jane Wyatt. What was her first name on the show?

Margaret
Judy
Jane
On the television show "Father Knows Best", what is Margaret's profession?

Housewife
Teacher
Waitress
What is Mr Anderson's pet name for Betty on the TV show "Father Knows Best"?

Princess
Baby
Royal Caribbean
Rita Moreno appeared in one episode called "Fair Exchange," playing an exchange student named Chanthini. Which country is Chanthini from?

Sri Lanka
India
Pakistan
The TV cast reunited for a pair of TV movies on NBC: "Father Knows Best Reunion" and "Father Knows Best: Home For Christmas." In what year were both of these specials broadcasted?

1974
1977
1970
How old was Robert Young when he began to play Jim Anderson on TV?

39
57
47
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Father Knows Best is generally believed to take place in the Midwest, but the exact location of Springfield has never been mentioned. So why will this quiz only accept Ohio as its location?