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The 2002 'Top Gear' series was a completely new concept with no ties to any previous motoring shows.
Answer: False
Explanation: The 2002 'Top Gear' series was explicitly a revival of an earlier show that aired from 1977 to 2001, indicating direct ties to a previous motoring program.
Jeremy Clarkson and Andy Wilman were instrumental in devising the 2002 'Top Gear' format and pitching it to the BBC.
Answer: True
Explanation: The source explicitly states that Jeremy Clarkson and producer Andy Wilman developed the ideas for the 2002 revival and pitched the new studio-based format to the BBC.
The 2002 'Top Gear' series primarily focused on reviewing cars, similar to its 1977 predecessor, with minimal emphasis on entertainment.
Answer: False
Explanation: While the 1977 show focused on reviews, the 2002 revival significantly expanded to include dynamic elements like challenges, races, and timed laps, adding a strong entertainment and comedic dimension.
'Top Gear' initially aired on BBC One before moving to BBC Two in 2020.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'Top Gear' initially aired on BBC Two from 2002 until 2020, at which point it moved to BBC One.
Dunsfold Aerodrome was chosen as the fixed location for the revived 'Top Gear' series, with Lotus Cars assisting in track design.
Answer: True
Explanation: Dunsfold Aerodrome was secured as the fixed location for the revived 'Top Gear' in mid-2002, and Lotus Cars assisted in designing the race circuit there.
'The Stig' character was created to provide a clear, articulate voice for car reviews on 'Top Gear'.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'The Stig' character was created precisely because of the difficulty in finding a racing driver who could also speak effectively on camera, leading to the decision to make the test driver silent.
The original 'Stig', Perry McCarthy, was replaced by Ben Collins at the beginning of the fifth series, and his suit color changed from white to black.
Answer: False
Explanation: The original Stig, Perry McCarthy, was replaced by Ben Collins at the beginning of the *third* series, and his suit color changed from black to white, not white to black.
Who were the primary creators credited with devising the 2002 revival of 'Top Gear'?
Answer: Jeremy Clarkson and Andy Wilman
Explanation: The 2002 'Top Gear' series was devised by Jeremy Clarkson and Andy Wilman, who developed and pitched the new studio-based format to the BBC.
What significant element did the 2002 'Top Gear' series introduce that was largely absent from its 1977 predecessor?
Answer: Dynamic elements like motoring-based challenges, competitive races, and celebrity timed laps.
Explanation: The 2002 'Top Gear' series expanded significantly from its 1977 predecessor by incorporating dynamic elements such as motoring-based challenges, competitive races, timed laps, and celebrity timed laps, adding a strong entertainment dimension.
From 2002 until 2020, on which BBC channel did 'Top Gear' primarily air?
Answer: BBC Two
Explanation: 'Top Gear' initially aired on BBC Two from 2002 until 2020.
Who served as the executive producer for the initial series of 'Top Gear' in 2002?
Answer: Andy Wilman
Explanation: Andy Wilman served as the executive producer for the first series of 'Top Gear' in 2002.
What was the fixed location secured for the revived 'Top Gear' series in mid-2002, where its studio and track were established?
Answer: Dunsfold Aerodrome
Explanation: Dunsfold Aerodrome in Waverley, Surrey, was secured as the fixed location for the revived 'Top Gear' series in mid-2002, where its studio and track were established.
What was the primary challenge that led to the creation of 'The Stig' character?
Answer: Difficulty in finding a racing driver who could also speak effectively on camera.
Explanation: 'The Stig' character originated from the production difficulty in finding a racing driver who could also speak effectively on camera, leading to the decision to make the test driver silent and conceal their identity.
What was the visual change made to 'The Stig's' outfit when Ben Collins took over the role from Perry McCarthy?
Answer: It changed from black to white.
Explanation: When Ben Collins replaced Perry McCarthy as 'The Stig' at the beginning of the third series, 'The Stig's' outfit changed from a black suit to a white one.
The departure of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May from 'Top Gear' in 2015 was a mutual decision with the BBC to pursue new projects.
Answer: False
Explanation: Jeremy Clarkson's departure was due to the BBC not renewing his contract after an incident, which then prompted Hammond, May, and Wilman to also leave in solidarity, not a mutual decision to pursue new projects.
After leaving the BBC, the former 'Top Gear' trio and executive producer signed a deal with Netflix to produce 'The Grand Tour'.
Answer: False
Explanation: After leaving the BBC, the former 'Top Gear' trio and executive producer signed a deal with Amazon, not Netflix, to produce 'The Grand Tour'.
Chris Evans' tenure as a 'Top Gear' host was widely praised for his chemistry with Matt LeBlanc and innovative presentation style.
Answer: False
Explanation: Chris Evans' tenure received negative feedback, specifically for his presentation style and a perceived lack of chemistry with Matt LeBlanc, leading to his resignation.
The final presenting line-up of Chris Harris, Andrew Flintoff, and Paddy McGuinness for 'Top Gear' was well-received and led to increased viewership.
Answer: True
Explanation: The presenting line-up of Chris Harris, Andrew Flintoff, and Paddy McGuinness proved popular with viewers, resulting in increased viewership numbers.
The first episode of 'Top Gear' hosted by Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc was met with widespread positive feedback from viewers and critics.
Answer: False
Explanation: The first episode hosted by Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc received widespread criticism from viewers and critics, with some branding it 'Flop Gear'.
What was the direct cause of Jeremy Clarkson's departure from 'Top Gear' in March 2015?
Answer: The BBC decided not to renew his contract following an incident involving a producer.
Explanation: Jeremy Clarkson's departure in March 2015 was a result of the BBC choosing not to renew his contract after an incident involving allegations of verbal and physical abuse against producer Oisin Tymon.
After leaving the BBC, what was the name of the new motoring series launched by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, and Andy Wilman on Amazon?
Answer: The Grand Tour
Explanation: After their departure from the BBC, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, and Andy Wilman signed a deal with Amazon to produce a new motoring series titled 'The Grand Tour'.
Who was announced as Chris Evans' co-host for 'Top Gear' on 4 February 2016?
Answer: Matt LeBlanc
Explanation: Matt LeBlanc was announced as Chris Evans' co-host for 'Top Gear' on February 4, 2016.
Which presenter joined 'Top Gear' in 2003, replacing Jason Dawe?
Answer: James May
Explanation: Following the first series of 'Top Gear' in 2002, Jason Dawe was replaced by James May, who joined in 2003.
How was the first 'Top Gear' episode hosted by Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc generally received by viewers and critics?
Answer: It was widely criticized, with some branding it 'Flop Gear'.
Explanation: The first episode of 'Top Gear' hosted by Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc received widespread criticism from viewers and critics, with some branding it 'Flop Gear'.
The 'Top Gear: Polar Special' was notable for Jeremy Clarkson and James May becoming the first people to reach the North Magnetic Pole by car.
Answer: True
Explanation: In the 'Top Gear: Polar Special', Jeremy Clarkson and James May, driving a modified Toyota Hilux, became the first people to reach the recorded location of the North Magnetic Pole by car.
To qualify for the 'Power Lap Board', a car must be commercially available and use slick racing tyres.
Answer: False
Explanation: To qualify for the 'Power Lap Board', a car must use standard road tyres, not slick racing tyres, and be commercially available.
The 'Star in a Rally-Cross Car' segment, introduced during Chris Evans' tenure, was highly popular and remained a staple of 'Top Gear' for many series.
Answer: False
Explanation: The 'Star in a Rally-Cross Car' segment, introduced during Chris Evans' tenure, received negative feedback and was subsequently dropped from the show, not remaining a staple.
'The Cool Wall' was removed from the 'Top Gear' studio set immediately after its final on-screen appearance in the sixteenth series.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'The Cool Wall' made its final on-screen appearance in the sixteenth series but remained part of the studio set until the end of the twenty-second series before being removed.
The Bugatti Veyron was awarded 'Car of the Decade' by 'Top Gear' at the conclusion of the 14th series.
Answer: True
Explanation: At the end of the 14th series, the Bugatti Veyron was awarded 'Car of the Decade' by 'Top Gear'.
What significant achievement was made by Jeremy Clarkson and James May in the 'Top Gear: Polar Special'?
Answer: They were the first people to reach the North Magnetic Pole by car.
Explanation: In the 'Top Gear: Polar Special', Jeremy Clarkson and James May became the first people to reach the recorded location of the North Magnetic Pole by car.
Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for a car to be included on 'Top Gear's' 'Power Lap Board'?
Answer: It must be able to successfully negotiate a speed bump on the test track.
Explanation: A mandatory requirement for a car to qualify for the 'Power Lap Board' is that it must be able to successfully negotiate a speed bump on the test track.
What was the outcome of the 'Star in a Rally-Cross Car' segment, introduced during Chris Evans' brief tenure?
Answer: It received negative feedback and was subsequently dropped from the show.
Explanation: The 'Star in a Rally-Cross Car' segment, introduced during Chris Evans' tenure, received negative feedback and was subsequently dropped from 'Top Gear'.
When did 'The Cool Wall' make its final on-screen appearance in 'Top Gear'?
Answer: The last episode of the sixteenth series.
Explanation: 'The Cool Wall' made its final on-screen appearance in the last episode of the sixteenth series of 'Top Gear'.
What was the predominant theme for most feature-length 'Top Gear' specials produced after the 2006 Winter Olympics special?
Answer: Road trips involving second-hand vehicles and various challenges.
Explanation: Following the 2006 Winter Olympics special, the common theme for most feature-length 'Top Gear' specials was a road trip involving second-hand vehicles and various challenges.
Which car was honored with the 'Car of the Decade' award by 'Top Gear' at the end of its 14th series?
Answer: Bugatti Veyron
Explanation: The Bugatti Veyron was awarded 'Car of the Decade' by 'Top Gear' at the end of its 14th series.
In late 2009, producer Andy Wilman publicly stated that 'Top Gear' was becoming too predictable and its current incarnation was nearing its end.
Answer: True
Explanation: In December 2009, producer Andy Wilman admitted that the presenters were 'playing to their TV cartoon characters a bit too much' and suggested that 'this incarnation of Top Gear' was nearing its end.
The 'Top Gear: Patagonia Special' controversy in 2014 was primarily due to the team's use of an unapproved filming location.
Answer: False
Explanation: The controversy surrounding the 'Top Gear: Patagonia Special' was primarily due to a license plate believed to reference the 1982 Falklands War, not an unapproved filming location.
Steve Coogan praised 'Top Gear' presenters in his 2011 Guardian article for their anti-establishment humor.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Coogan criticized 'Top Gear' presenters in his 2011 Guardian article for their 'uber-conservative' and 'not cool' characterizations of Mexicans as lazy, not praising their anti-establishment humor.
Tesla, Inc. successfully sued 'Top Gear' for libel over a car review that claimed its battery charge would only last 55 miles.
Answer: False
Explanation: Tesla, Inc. sued 'Top Gear' for libel, but 'Top Gear' ultimately won the case, and Tesla's lawsuit was unsuccessful.
Jeremy Clarkson frequently criticized the BBC for prioritizing 'Top Gear' over other programs, leading to overly long series.
Answer: False
Explanation: Jeremy Clarkson criticized the BBC for *not* taking 'Top Gear' seriously and frequently replacing it with snooker, despite its higher viewing figures, not for prioritizing it.
According to producer Andy Wilman's admission in late 2009, what was a growing issue with the 'Top Gear' presenters?
Answer: They were playing to their 'TV cartoon characters a bit too much.'
Explanation: In late 2009, producer Andy Wilman admitted that the three presenters were 'playing to their TV cartoon characters a bit too much,' contributing to the show becoming predictable.
The 'Top Gear: Patagonia Special' faced protests in late 2014 primarily because of what perceived reference?
Answer: A license plate believed to reference the 1982 Falklands War.
Explanation: The 'Top Gear: Patagonia Special' faced protests in late 2014 because a license plate on Jeremy Clarkson's car was believed to be a deliberate reference to the 1982 Falklands War.
What was the core of Steve Coogan's criticism of 'Top Gear's' presenters in his 2011 Guardian article?
Answer: Their characterizations of Mexicans as lazy, which he found 'uber-conservative.'
Explanation: Steve Coogan criticized 'Top Gear' presenters for their characterizations of Mexicans as lazy, which he deemed 'uber-conservative' and 'not cool'.
What was the final outcome of the legal dispute between Tesla, Inc. and 'Top Gear' regarding a car review?
Answer: 'Top Gear' won the case, and Tesla's lawsuit was unsuccessful.
Explanation: In the legal dispute between Tesla, Inc. and 'Top Gear', 'Top Gear' ultimately won the case, and Tesla's lawsuit was unsuccessful.
What was Jeremy Clarkson's specific criticism regarding the BBC's scheduling of 'Top Gear'?
Answer: The BBC frequently replaced 'Top Gear' with snooker, despite 'Top Gear's' higher viewing figures.
Explanation: Jeremy Clarkson criticized the BBC for frequently replacing 'Top Gear' with snooker, despite the motoring show consistently achieving considerably higher viewing figures.
'Top Gear' won the International Emmy Award for Non-Scripted Entertainment in 2005.
Answer: True
Explanation: In November 2005, 'Top Gear' won an International Emmy Award in the Non-Scripted Entertainment category.
The 'Top Gear Russia' adaptation was highly successful and ran for multiple seasons before being replaced by a local version.
Answer: False
Explanation: 'Top Gear Russia' ceased broadcasting after only half of its first series due to viewer criticism and was replaced by the British version, not a local version.
The 'Top Gear America' adaptation on the History Channel ran for 6 seasons, producing 72 episodes.
Answer: True
Explanation: The History cable channel produced 72 episodes of 'Top Gear' across 6 seasons from 2010 to 2016.
In what year did 'Top Gear' receive an International Emmy Award in the Non-Scripted Entertainment category?
Answer: 2005
Explanation: 'Top Gear' won an International Emmy Award in the Non-Scripted Entertainment category in November 2005.
What was 'Top Gear' voted in a Channel 4-commissioned survey titled 'The Greatest TV Shows of the Noughties' at the end of 2009?
Answer: The best programme of the decade.
Explanation: In a Channel 4-commissioned survey at the end of 2009, 'Top Gear' was voted the best programme of the decade.
Which of the following countries is NOT listed as having created an international version of 'Top Gear' under license from BBC Studios?
Answer: Germany
Explanation: The list of countries that created international versions of 'Top Gear' under license from BBC Studios includes Australia, Russia, the United States, South Korea, China, Finland, France, Italy, Hong Kong, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, but not Germany.
When was the localized Australian series of 'Top Gear' first announced?
Answer: November 2007
Explanation: The localized Australian series of 'Top Gear' was first announced on November 19, 2007.
What was the ultimate fate of 'Top Gear Russia' after its pilot episode?
Answer: Broadcasting ceased after half of its first series due to viewer criticism.
Explanation: 'Top Gear Russia' ceased broadcasting after only half of its first series due to viewer criticism, with the channel switching to the British version instead.
Which cable channel successfully produced 'Top Gear' in the United States from 2010 to 2016?
Answer: History Channel
Explanation: The History cable channel successfully produced 'Top Gear' in the United States, airing 72 episodes across 6 seasons from 2010 to 2016.
How was the premiere episode of 'Top Gear France' received in 2015?
Answer: It achieved significant success, breaking RMC Découverte's audience record.
Explanation: The first episode of 'Top Gear France', broadcast on March 18, 2015, achieved significant success, breaking RMC Découverte's audience record.
Production of 'Top Gear' was suspended in March 2023 due to budget cuts at the BBC.
Answer: False
Explanation: Production of 'Top Gear' was halted in March 2023 due to presenter Andrew Flintoff sustaining serious injuries in a filming accident, not budget cuts.
The production of 'Top Gear' was halted in March 2023 primarily due to what event?
Answer: Presenter Andrew Flintoff sustaining serious injuries in a filming accident.
Explanation: Production of 'Top Gear' was halted in March 2023 after presenter Andrew Flintoff was seriously injured in an accident during filming.
In 2006, Richard Hammond was seriously injured while driving what type of vehicle for a 'Top Gear' feature?
Answer: A Vampire turbojet drag racing car
Explanation: Richard Hammond was seriously injured on September 20, 2006, while driving a Vampire turbojet drag racing car for a 'Top Gear' feature.