How many questions are in this quiz?

This quiz has 114 questions focused on Doctor Who companions by era and storyline.

What format does the quiz use?

Each question is multiple-choice with 4 options, and there is no timer.

Is the difficulty suitable for both classic and modern Who fans?

Yes. The quiz is mixed difficulty, with easier core companions and harder era- or arc-specific picks.

Can I choose how many questions I answer?

Yes. You can adjust the question count before starting to play a shorter session or the full set.

What are common mistakes players make in this quiz?

Players often confuse adjacent eras, returning companions, and characters who appear companion-like but aren’t regular TARDIS travelers.

Companions by era Quiz

About this quiz

What you’ll be tested on

This quiz focuses on identifying Doctor Who companions by era and storyline, from long-running TARDIS teams to brief but memorable travel partners. Expect questions that connect companions to specific Doctors, seasons, and major narrative beats.

Each question gives 4 options and there’s no timer, so you can think it through and learn as you go. Before you start, choose your question count and difficulty to fit a quick refresher or a full deep-dive.

Skills you’ll practice

You’ll practice timeline awareness (classic vs modern eras), companion–Doctor pairings, and remembering which storylines introduced, developed, or concluded key relationships. It’s also a good way to spot patterns in recurring themes like UNIT ties, Torchwood links, and season-long arcs.

Distinguishing companions with similar roles, eras, or introductions
Matching companions to the correct Doctor and storyline context
Recalling when a companion is a regular, recurring, or one-off traveler
Avoiding mix-ups between TV seasons, specials, and multi-part serials
Building confidence across both classic and modern continuity

Common pitfalls and how difficulty is balanced

Many misses come from look-alike eras (adjacent seasons), companions who return later, or characters who feel like companions but aren’t full-time TARDIS travelers. Watch for story titles and arc clues that anchor a companion to a specific stretch of the show.

Difficulty is mixed on purpose: you’ll get straightforward “core companion” items alongside trickier era-specific or storyline-specific picks. If you want a smoother run, lower the difficulty; if you want more deep cuts, raise it and increase the question count for better coverage.