1960s TV Spy Shows
1 / 15The Cold War era inspired a wave of thrilling spy shows on television. How well do you remember the secret agents of the 1960s?
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On 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.', what did U.N.C.L.E. stand for?
About 1960s TV Spy Shows
1960s TV Spy Shows is a free nostalgia trivia quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. The Cold War era inspired a wave of thrilling spy shows on television. How well do you remember the secret agents of the 1960s? A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. On 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.', what did U.N.C.L.E. stand for?
Answer: United Network Command for Law Enforcement
2. Who played Napoleon Solo on 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.'?
Answer: Robert Vaughn
3. On 'Get Smart', what was the name of the evil organization that CONTROL fought against?
Answer: KAOS
4. Who played the bumbling secret agent Maxwell Smart on 'Get Smart'?
Answer: Don Adams
5. What unusual device did Maxwell Smart use as a telephone on 'Get Smart'?
Answer: A shoe
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in 1960s TV Spy Shows?
1960s TV Spy Shows has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is 1960s TV Spy Shows free to play?
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How long does 1960s TV Spy Shows take?
Most players finish 1960s TV Spy Shows in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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