How many questions are in this quiz?

This quiz has 117 questions covering game show hosts, their shows, and eras.

Is the difficulty suitable for beginners?

Yes. The difficulty is mixed, combining famous hosts with tougher era-specific and revival questions.

Can I choose the number of questions and difficulty?

Yes. You can select your preferred question count and difficulty before you start.

What kinds of mistakes do players commonly make?

Players often confuse original runs with reboots, or mix up syndicated versions and network editions with different hosts.

Game show hosts: names and eras Quiz

Q: What format are the questions in?

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

About this quiz

What you’ll be tested on

From daytime staples to prime-time revivals, this quiz focuses on who hosted what—and when. Expect questions that connect hosts to signature shows, time periods, and notable transitions.

Every question is multiple-choice with 4 options and there’s no timer, so you can think through tricky eras and similar-sounding names.

Difficulty and how to play

Difficulty is mixed on purpose: well-known hosts appear alongside tougher deep cuts, helping newer players learn while still challenging longtime fans. Choose your preferred question count and difficulty before starting to tailor the run to a quick warm-up or a full session.

Practice matching hosts to the correct show and decade
Spot network and revival-era clues that narrow down the answer
Learn common host swaps and interim replacements
Build recall for long-running franchises with multiple versions
Improve elimination skills when two options look almost right

Common pitfalls to avoid

A frequent mistake is mixing up hosts across syndicated vs. network editions, or confusing reboot hosts with original runs. Another trap is assuming a host’s most famous show is the only one they led—many hosted multiple formats across different eras.