Can You Impress Ron Swanson By Passing This Impossible Parks And Rec Quiz?

Parks and Rec became a massive hit show over the course of seven seasons. With lovable and goofy characters like the stern Ron Swanson and happy-go-lucky Leslie, there was always someone to root for in this series. After several years on the air and streaming on Netflix, how much do you remember about this fan-favorite? 

The characters live in which state?

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Pawnee, Indiana is the place these characters call home. Unfortunately, they have to work with the pesky city of Eagleton too. 

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Pawnee, Indiana is the place these characters call home. Unfortunately, they have to work with the pesky city of Eagleton too. 

Annabel Porter runs an internet lifestyle magazine. What is the name of that publication?

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Bloosh is the name of the site that declares Ron Swanson's handmade chairs very on-trend. Ron says to Annabel, "Miss Porter, here is my good friend Tom Haverford. Please talk to him whilst I leave."

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Bloosh is the name of the site that declares Ron Swanson's handmade chairs very on-trend. Ron says to Annabel, "Miss Porter, here is my good friend Tom Haverford. Please talk to him whilst I leave."

What is the name of Ben's homemade boardgame?

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While Ben is unemployed, he decides to start focusing on his passion—which just so happens to be creating the best board game ever, Cones of Dunshire. 

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While Ben is unemployed, he decides to start focusing on his passion—which just so happens to be creating the best board game ever, Cones of Dunshire. 

When Leslie goes to Washington, who does she meet in the Hay Adams Hotel?

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Although she does eventually meet Joe Biden (and calls him precious cargo...) she meets John McCain in the episode "Miss Knope Goes to Washington".

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Although she does eventually meet Joe Biden (and calls him precious cargo...) she meets John McCain in the episode "Miss Knope Goes to Washington".

What festival did Leslie throw to prove the worthiness of the Parks Department when they were threatened by budget cuts?

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To prove the importance of the Parks Department, Leslie and the team threw the Harvest Festival. "You're all amazing, wonderful people and I really want you to have fun today," she said, "and not focus on the fact that if one thing goes wrong we're all going to lose our jobs."

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To prove the importance of the Parks Department, Leslie and the team threw the Harvest Festival. "You're all amazing, wonderful people and I really want you to have fun today," she said, "and not focus on the fact that if one thing goes wrong we're all going to lose our jobs."

What does Leslie order from J.J.'s Diner?

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There's no place in town with waffles better than J.J.'s, so Ron and Leslie love to stop in for a sweet treat whenever they have the chance.  

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There's no place in town with waffles better than J.J.'s, so Ron and Leslie love to stop in for a sweet treat whenever they have the chance.  

The show is famously made by Michael Schur, but who is the other executive producer/creator on this show?

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Greg Daniels has been behind the scenes on some other great shows, like the American version of the show The Office—another Michael Schur project.

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Greg Daniels has been behind the scenes on some other great shows, like the American version of the show The Office—another Michael Schur project.

Andy Dwyer visits Buckingham Palace but mistakes it for what other building?

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Andy is so thrilled to see the culture that he turns to Ben and says, "I can't believe we're at Hogwarts." They are not at Hogwarts. 

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Andy is so thrilled to see the culture that he turns to Ben and says, "I can't believe we're at Hogwarts." They are not at Hogwarts. 

Ron has two ex-wives with the same name as his mother. What is the name?

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If you can handle the chaos of Tammy II, then the fear of Tammy I will drive you out. And if you somehow survive? Well, then Tammy Swanson is coming to get you. 

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If you can handle the chaos of Tammy II, then the fear of Tammy I will drive you out. And if you somehow survive? Well, then Tammy Swanson is coming to get you. 

Ben Wyatt begins working for which charity in the episode "Correspondent's Lunch"?

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It's not exactly the healthiest option, but The Sweetums Foundation does offer some seriously delicious snacks!

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It's not exactly the healthiest option, but The Sweetums Foundation does offer some seriously delicious snacks!

What park gets a fence between Eagleton and Pawnee?

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Lafayette Park is the one that causes so much tension in the rival towns. Once there is a new baseball diamond put in though, things really heat up...

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Lafayette Park is the one that causes so much tension in the rival towns. Once there is a new baseball diamond put in though, things really heat up...

Tom Haverford watches a movie about his failures in the final episode. What is the name of that movie?

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There's no one better than yourself to make a documentary of your failures, but naming it Swaggerless is something only Tom Haverford could pull off. 

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There's no one better than yourself to make a documentary of your failures, but naming it Swaggerless is something only Tom Haverford could pull off. 

Though Leslie loves government, there is one publicly funded institution that she hates. Which is it?

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Among other things, Leslie describes the group of librarians as "a diabolical, ruthless bunch of bureaucrats" as well as "book jockeys". Not only that, but Tammy II runs the local library. 

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Among other things, Leslie describes the group of librarians as "a diabolical, ruthless bunch of bureaucrats" as well as "book jockeys". Not only that, but Tammy II runs the local library. 

Who does this guy play on the show?

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Andy Dwyer is first depicted as a lazy boyfriend to Anne Perkins, but once the two break up and he meets April Ludgate, they become the love story of the century.  

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Andy Dwyer is first depicted as a lazy boyfriend to Anne Perkins, but once the two break up and he meets April Ludgate, they become the love story of the century.  

Chris Traeger is famous for one of his buzzwords. Which is it?

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This is literally his favorite word ever. Rob Lowe even has a podcast called "Literally! with Rob Lowe." It's literally his catchphrase. 

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This is literally his favorite word ever. Rob Lowe even has a podcast called "Literally! with Rob Lowe." It's literally his catchphrase. 

Nick Offerman, who plays Ron, is lucky enough to have his wife on set with him. Who does she play?

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If you think there's something in the cards for Tammy II and Ron, you're absolutely right! Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally are married in real life and divorced on the show. 

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If you think there's something in the cards for Tammy II and Ron, you're absolutely right! Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally are married in real life and divorced on the show. 

When it is rumored that Leslie is sleeping with Councilman Dexheart, which tabloids is the one to print it?

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The Pawnee Sun is the first to report upon the alleged affair between these two. Surely "Ya Heard? with Perd" should have been on the case quicker. 

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The Pawnee Sun is the first to report upon the alleged affair between these two. Surely "Ya Heard? with Perd" should have been on the case quicker. 

Ron Swanson has a lot of manly hobbies. Which of these is his favorite?

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Ron Swanson and the actor who plays him, Nick Offerman, both have a strong love for woodworking. After all, who else is making all those beautiful chairs?

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Ron Swanson and the actor who plays him, Nick Offerman, both have a strong love for woodworking. After all, who else is making all those beautiful chairs?

Jerry is an office scapegoat, so much so that the other employees forget his name. What is Jerry's actual name?

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Jerry is actually named Garry, which is short for Gerald. At least his life outside of his department is pretty perfect...

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Jerry is actually named Garry, which is short for Gerald. At least his life outside of his department is pretty perfect...

Tom doesn't work alone. What is the name of Tom's best friend and business partner?

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Who could ever forget about Jean-Ralphio? He made his money the old fashioned way...he got run over by a Lexus!

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Who could ever forget about Jean-Ralphio? He made his money the old fashioned way...he got run over by a Lexus!

After the death of Lil Sebastian, Andy writes a song for his memorial service. What is the name of the song?

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Everyone can sing along to the chorus! "Bye-bye Lil Sebastian, miss you in the saddest fashion, bye-bye Lil Sebastian, you're five thousand candles in the wind..."

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Everyone can sing along to the chorus! "Bye-bye Lil Sebastian, miss you in the saddest fashion, bye-bye Lil Sebastian, you're five thousand candles in the wind..."

Paul Rudd plays which character, the lovable but dumb city council opponent?

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Bobby Newport isn't just any politician, he's also the heir to the Sweetums family fortune. He only ran to win the approval of his father, Nick Newport.

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Bobby Newport isn't just any politician, he's also the heir to the Sweetums family fortune. He only ran to win the approval of his father, Nick Newport.

Ben Wyatt was banished from his hometown of Partridge after he opened a sports complex that bankrupted the city. What was the name of the complex?

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Could you ever forget the phrase "Ice Town Costs Ice Clown His Town Crown?" Neither could 18-year-old Mayor of Partridge Ben Wyatt. 

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Could you ever forget the phrase "Ice Town Costs Ice Clown His Town Crown?" Neither could 18-year-old Mayor of Partridge Ben Wyatt. 

What is the name of Andy's band?

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The band has gone through several changes, but eventually, they settled on Mouse Rat. They released two albums over the show's run, "The Awesome Album" and "Screaming Trees".

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The band has gone through several changes, but eventually, they settled on Mouse Rat. They released two albums over the show's run, "The Awesome Album" and "Screaming Trees".

Who plays Mayor Gunderson?

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Comedy legend Bill Murray plays the character of Mayor Gunderson, who has been the mayor for 39 years. He is later replaced by Jerry!

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Comedy legend Bill Murray plays the character of Mayor Gunderson, who has been the mayor for 39 years. He is later replaced by Jerry!

Leslie is a proud Pawnee citizen, but which city was she actually born in?

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When Leslie was born, there was a raccoon infestation at the Pawnee hospital. As a result, Leslie had to be born in the evil Eagleton hospital. Technically speaking, this makes her a non-Pawnee born citizen. 

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When Leslie was born, there was a raccoon infestation at the Pawnee hospital. As a result, Leslie had to be born in the evil Eagleton hospital. Technically speaking, this makes her a non-Pawnee born citizen. 

What is the name of the liquor Tom creates that is a little too strong to handle?

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At the Snakehole Lounge, only the best customers can ask for a bottle of Snake Juice, the most powerful alcohol in all of Indiana. 

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At the Snakehole Lounge, only the best customers can ask for a bottle of Snake Juice, the most powerful alcohol in all of Indiana. 

Which iconic duo coined the phrase "Treat yo' self!"

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When Tom and Donna want to have a special day to themselves, they employ their favorite phrase to justify their lavish purchases. When in doubt, just treat yo' self!

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When Tom and Donna want to have a special day to themselves, they employ their favorite phrase to justify their lavish purchases. When in doubt, just treat yo' self!

What job does Ben have at the beginning of his character arc?

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When Ben Wyatt first comes to Pawnee, he is there as a state auditor. He and Leslie don't get along at first, but after some time together, they realize that they like each other a lot. 

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When Ben Wyatt first comes to Pawnee, he is there as a state auditor. He and Leslie don't get along at first, but after some time together, they realize that they like each other a lot. 

Who plays the father of Jean-Ralphio and Mona-Lisa Saperstein?

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Henry Winkler plays the father to Jean-Ralphio and Mona-Lisa Saperstein. He's not as crazy as his two wonky children, but he is certainly a little unusual in his own right. 

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Henry Winkler plays the father to Jean-Ralphio and Mona-Lisa Saperstein. He's not as crazy as his two wonky children, but he is certainly a little unusual in his own right. 

What is the name of Andy's secret FBI alter ego?

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Burt Macklin, FBI, is not afraid of the law. After all, he is the law. Andy and April dress up as their alter egos when Tom opens his bar, running around the venue as Burt Macklin and Janet Snakehole.

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Burt Macklin, FBI, is not afraid of the law. After all, he is the law. Andy and April dress up as their alter egos when Tom opens his bar, running around the venue as Burt Macklin and Janet Snakehole.

Ron Swanson has an alter ego of his own. What is his alias when he goes to play the saxophone?

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Duke Silver is one of the most successful saxophonists in the world, and definitely in all of Pawnee. If only people knew more about him, then their perceptions of the small city celebrity would be forever changed. 

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Duke Silver is one of the most successful saxophonists in the world, and definitely in all of Pawnee. If only people knew more about him, then their perceptions of the small city celebrity would be forever changed. 

 Who says the line, "Jogging is the worst. I know it keeps you healthy, but God, at what cost?"

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Ann and her boyfriend Chris have a complicated relationship. Since Chris is so into working out, he and Ann have trouble connecting over other things, like how much jogging sucks. 

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Ann and her boyfriend Chris have a complicated relationship. Since Chris is so into working out, he and Ann have trouble connecting over other things, like how much jogging sucks. 

Who falls into the pit at the start of the first season, breaking their leg in the process?

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In the first season, Andy is the injured boyfriend of Ann Perkins, not the resident lovable shoe-shiner. It isn't until Leslie Knope steps in that this problem gets resolved for the parks. 

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In the first season, Andy is the injured boyfriend of Ann Perkins, not the resident lovable shoe-shiner. It isn't until Leslie Knope steps in that this problem gets resolved for the parks. 

Which of these was the first of Tom's ventures to open?

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Before there were any of the other crazy ideas Tom had for financial success and employer freedom, he was working on opening up Rent-A-Swag. Unfortunately, this company was eventually sold. 

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Before there were any of the other crazy ideas Tom had for financial success and employer freedom, he was working on opening up Rent-A-Swag. Unfortunately, this company was eventually sold. 

Donna has a famous cousin. Who is he?

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Ginuwine is the cousin to Donna Meagle, a relationship that has caused her problems in the past. However, this connection comes in handy when Lil Sebastian dies and Ginuwine can perform at his memorial service. 

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Ginuwine is the cousin to Donna Meagle, a relationship that has caused her problems in the past. However, this connection comes in handy when Lil Sebastian dies and Ginuwine can perform at his memorial service. 

One character was created specifically for their actor. Who was it?

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Apparently, April was created after Aubrey Plaza made the casting director so deeply uncomfortable that they knew they had to get her in the show somehow. Now that is powerful acting!

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Apparently, April was created after Aubrey Plaza made the casting director so deeply uncomfortable that they knew they had to get her in the show somehow. Now that is powerful acting!

What is Jerry's hidden talent?

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While he's not exactly beloved by his coworkers, even they had to admit that their colleague had some pretty impressive artistic skills when he painted a massive portrait of Leslie.

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While he's not exactly beloved by his coworkers, even they had to admit that their colleague had some pretty impressive artistic skills when he painted a massive portrait of Leslie.

Who is Leslie's celebrity crush?

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Leslie has had the hots for one politician throughout her career, and that man is Joe Biden. When she finally gets to meet him, she can barely contain her excitement!

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Leslie has had the hots for one politician throughout her career, and that man is Joe Biden. When she finally gets to meet him, she can barely contain her excitement!

At the end of the show, Ben and Leslie are shown to have had three kids. Which of these is not one of their names?

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Ruth would have been a great name, but it is not one that the couple chose for their kids. It's also implied at the end of the series that either Leslie or Ben have become the President of the United States. 

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Ruth would have been a great name, but it is not one that the couple chose for their kids. It's also implied at the end of the series that either Leslie or Ben have become the President of the United States. 

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