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NBC holds the distinction of being the second oldest major broadcast network in the United States, following CBS.
Answer: False
NBC is recognized as the first and oldest major broadcast network in the United States, predating other networks such as CBS and ABC.
NBC was founded on May 19, 1926, by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) and was initially co-owned by RCA, General Electric, and AT&T Corporation.
Answer: True
NBC was established on May 19, 1926, by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA). Its initial ownership structure included RCA, General Electric, Westinghouse, AT&T Corporation, and the United Fruit Company.
What is the full name of the network commonly known as NBC?
Answer: National Broadcasting Company
The full name of the network commonly known as NBC is the National Broadcasting Company.
NBC was founded in 1926 by which major corporation?
Answer: Radio Corporation of America (RCA)
NBC was founded in 1926 by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA).
The entity commonly identified as NBC, the National Broadcasting Company, functions as the primary asset of NBCUniversal, a division that operates under the umbrella of Comcast.
Answer: True
This statement accurately reflects the current corporate structure, where NBC serves as the flagship property of NBCUniversal, which is a subsidiary of the telecommunications conglomerate Comcast.
MSNBC, a cable news channel, was launched by NBC in 1996 as a joint venture with Microsoft.
Answer: True
MSNBC was indeed launched by NBC in 1996, initially as a collaborative venture with Microsoft, expanding the network's presence into cable news.
NBCUniversal owned the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants outright from 2003 to 2015, relinquishing rights due to scheduling conflicts.
Answer: False
NBCUniversal co-owned the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants from 2003 to 2015. The rights were relinquished not due to scheduling conflicts, but following controversial remarks made by Donald Trump.
NBCi, launched in 1999, was an online venture intended to function as a web portal offering services like email and news content.
Answer: True
Launched in 1999, NBCi was conceived as an online web portal aiming to provide services such as email, news content, and other internet-based features.
Comcast acquired full ownership of NBCUniversal in 2013 after initially purchasing a controlling interest in 2011.
Answer: True
Comcast completed its acquisition of full ownership of NBCUniversal in 2013, following its initial purchase of a controlling stake in 2011.
Which cable news channel did NBC launch in 1989, focusing on business news?
Answer: CNBC
NBC launched CNBC (Consumer News and Business Channel) in 1989, focusing on business news coverage.
NBCUniversal relinquished its broadcast rights and ownership stake in the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants in 2015 due to what reason?
Answer: Controversial remarks made by Donald Trump
NBCUniversal relinquished its rights and ownership stake in the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants in 2015 due to controversial remarks made by Donald Trump, its co-owner at the time.
What was the primary function of the online venture NBCi, launched in 1999?
Answer: A web portal offering email, news, and community features
Launched in 1999, NBCi was designed primarily as a web portal offering services such as email, news content, and community features.
What was the fate of the NBCi online venture launched in 1999?
Answer: Its operations were folded back into NBC by 2002 after limited success
The NBCi online venture, launched in 1999, ultimately saw its operations folded back into NBC by 2002 after experiencing limited success.
NBC has held the American broadcasting rights for the Summer Olympic Games continuously since 1988 and for the Winter Olympic Games since 2002.
Answer: True
NBC has maintained the American broadcasting rights for the Summer Olympic Games uninterrupted since 1988 and for the Winter Olympic Games since 2002, often leading to significant schedule adjustments.
Among NBC's long-running programs, 'Saturday Night Live' holds the record for the longest continuous broadcast history, debuting in 1947.
Answer: False
'Saturday Night Live' debuted in 1975. While a long-running program, 'Meet the Press' (debuted 1947) and 'Today' (debuted 1952) have longer histories. 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' holds the record for the longest-running live-action primetime series.
The soap opera 'Days of Our Lives' concluded its run on NBC in 2022 and subsequently moved to the Peacock streaming service.
Answer: True
The long-running daytime drama 'Days of Our Lives' concluded its broadcast on NBC in 2022 and transitioned its programming to the Peacock streaming service.
NBC aired the entirety of the daytime drama 'Search for Tomorrow' before its cancellation by CBS.
Answer: False
NBC aired the final years of the daytime drama 'Search for Tomorrow' after it was canceled by CBS, rather than airing its entire original run.
NBC has never aired the popular game show 'Jeopardy!', as it has always been exclusively broadcast on ABC.
Answer: False
NBC has aired 'Jeopardy!' during specific periods, including from 1964 to 1975 and again from 1978 to 1979. It has not exclusively been broadcast on ABC.
The children's program 'Howdy Doody,' which debuted in 1947, is recognized as NBC's first significant children's series.
Answer: True
'Howdy Doody,' premiering in 1947, is indeed recognized as NBC's inaugural significant children's television series.
From the mid-1960s until 1992, NBC's Saturday morning lineup was predominantly filled with live-action sitcom reruns.
Answer: False
From the mid-1960s until 1992, NBC's Saturday morning children's programming was primarily composed of animated series, not live-action sitcom reruns.
Following the success of 'Saved by the Bell,' NBC transitioned its Saturday morning block to live-action series named TNBC to comply with educational programming requirements.
Answer: True
The success of 'Saved by the Bell' prompted NBC to transition its Saturday morning block to live-action series under the TNBC banner, specifically to adhere to evolving educational programming guidelines.
The 'Discovery Kids on NBC' block, launched in September 2002, featured programming exclusively from the Discovery Kids cable channel.
Answer: True
The 'Discovery Kids on NBC' block, launched in September 2002, featured programming from the Discovery Kids cable channel, marking a partnership in children's television.
The 'Qubo on NBC' block, a children's programming initiative, was replaced by 'NBC Kids' in July 2012.
Answer: True
The 'Qubo on NBC' block, a collaborative children's programming initiative, concluded its run and was succeeded by 'NBC Kids' in July 2012.
'The More You Know' programming block on NBC is named after a public service announcement campaign that began airing in the late 1980s.
Answer: True
'The More You Know' programming block on NBC derives its name from a public service announcement campaign that commenced in the late 1980s, specifically 1989.
NBC holds broadcast rights for the Golden Globe Awards, the Primetime Emmy Awards, and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which it has aired since its inception in 1924.
Answer: False
NBC holds broadcast rights for the Golden Globe Awards and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (since 1953). Broadcast rights for the Primetime Emmy Awards are rotated annually among the major networks. The parade did not begin in 1924.
NBC began airing live musical adaptations in 2013, starting with 'The Sound of Music,' followed by 'Peter Pan Live!' in 2014.
Answer: True
NBC initiated its series of live musical adaptations in 2013 with 'The Sound of Music,' continuing the trend in 2014 with 'Peter Pan Live!'
The 'Law & Order' franchise and the 'Chicago' franchise are cited as notable in-house productions developed by NBC.
Answer: True
The 'Law & Order' franchise and the 'Chicago' franchise are indeed cited as prominent examples of in-house productions developed and aired by NBC.
NBC has broadcast the Summer Olympic Games since which year?
Answer: 1988
NBC has held the American broadcasting rights for the Summer Olympic Games continuously since 1988.
Which of the following is recognized as the longest-running live-action series in American primetime television history, airing on NBC?
Answer: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,' which premiered in 1999, holds the distinction of being the longest-running live-action series in American primetime television history.
What was the primary reason cited for NBC launching the 'TNBC' block on Saturday mornings in 1992?
Answer: To fulfill educational programming guidelines following the success of 'Saved by the Bell'
The 'TNBC' block was launched in 1992 to fulfill educational programming requirements, following the success of shows like 'Saved by the Bell.'
The soap opera 'Days of Our Lives' aired on NBC for decades before moving to which platform?
Answer: Peacock streaming service
'Days of Our Lives' concluded its decades-long run on NBC in 2022 and subsequently transitioned to the Peacock streaming service.
Which of these game shows was NOT aired by NBC, according to the provided text?
Answer: Family Feud
The provided text indicates that NBC aired 'The Price Is Right,' 'Concentration,' and 'Wheel of Fortune.' 'Family Feud' is not listed as having been aired by NBC.
What was NBC's first significant children's series, debuting in 1947?
Answer: Howdy Doody
NBC's first significant children's series, debuting in 1947, was 'Howdy Doody.'
NBC's broadcast rights for which annual event have led to significant pre-emptions of regularly scheduled programming?
Answer: The Olympic Games
NBC's broadcast rights for the Olympic Games, both Summer and Winter, frequently result in significant pre-emptions of regularly scheduled programming.
Which of the following was NOT one of NBC's live musical adaptations that began airing in 2013?
Answer: Grease Live!
NBC's live musical adaptations began in 2013 with 'The Sound of Music.' 'Grease Live!' aired on Fox in 2016. 'Hairspray Live!' (2016) and 'The Wiz Live!' (2015) were NBC productions.
Which of these is NOT listed as a notable in-house production by NBC?
Answer: The Twilight Zone
While 'Bonanza,' 'Little House on the Prairie,' and 'The Office' are listed as notable NBC in-house productions, 'The Twilight Zone' is not explicitly mentioned in this context.
NBC's master feed is transmitted in 1080p high definition, having completed its conversion in 1999.
Answer: False
NBC's master feed is transmitted in 1080i high definition, not 1080p. While the conversion to HD began in 1999, the full transition to 1080p has not been completed for the master feed.
The program 'Meet the Press' holds the distinction of being the first regular series on a major television network to broadcast in high definition, doing so experimentally in 1997.
Answer: True
'Meet the Press' is recognized as the first regular series on a major network to produce a high-definition broadcast, which occurred experimentally in 1997.
NBC completed its full conversion to high definition for all programming by September 2012.
Answer: True
NBC completed its conversion to high definition for all programming by September 2012, marking a significant milestone in its broadcast technology.
NBC's master feed currently broadcasts in 2160p ultra-high-definition television (UHD).
Answer: False
NBC's master feed does not currently broadcast in 2160p UHD. While some affiliates may broadcast in higher resolutions via ATSC 3.0, the primary master feed has not transitioned to UHD.
NBC's master feed is transmitted in which high-definition format?
Answer: 1080i
NBC's master feed is transmitted in 1080i high definition.
Which program was the first regular series on a major network to produce a high-definition broadcast, albeit experimentally?
Answer: Meet the Press
'Meet the Press' holds the distinction of being the first regular series on a major television network to produce a high-definition broadcast, which occurred experimentally in 1997.
Which of the following is true regarding NBC's current UHD broadcast status?
Answer: Some affiliates broadcast in 1080p via ATSC 3.0, but the master feed is not fully UHD.
While NBC's master feed is not fully UHD, some affiliates broadcast in 1080p via ATSC 3.0, and experimental UHD transmissions have occurred.
Sylvester Weaver, president from 1953-1955, is credited with establishing the practice of networks producing their own shows and creating groundbreaking programs like 'Today' and 'The Tonight Show.'
Answer: True
Sylvester Weaver, president from 1953-1955, is credited with pioneering network-produced programming and developing seminal shows such as 'Today' and 'The Tonight Show,' emphasizing broadcasting's dual role of education and entertainment.
Robert E. Kintner's presidency (1958-1966) was characterized by a focus on developing popular sitcoms rather than strengthening the news division.
Answer: False
Robert E. Kintner's presidency (1958-1966) was marked by an aggressive effort to bolster NBC's news division, aiming to surpass CBS News in ratings and prestige, rather than solely focusing on sitcoms.
Herbert Schlosser oversaw the creation of the sketch comedy series 'Saturday Night Live' during his tenure as president.
Answer: True
Herbert Schlosser, president from 1974 to 1978, oversaw the development and creation of the iconic sketch comedy series 'Saturday Night Live.'
Fred Silverman's presidency (1978-1981) included successes like 'Hill Street Blues' but was also marked by high-profile failures such as 'Supertrain.'
Answer: True
Fred Silverman's tenure as president (1978-1981) was a period of both notable successes, including 'Hill Street Blues,' and significant failures, such as the critically panned 'Supertrain.'
Brandon Tartikoff is credited with revitalizing NBC's programming in the 1980s, leading to the network's 'Must-See TV' era with hits like 'Knight Rider' and 'Miami Vice.'
Answer: True
Brandon Tartikoff's leadership (1981-1991) is widely credited with revitalizing NBC's programming, ushering in the 'Must-See TV' era with popular shows like 'Knight Rider' and 'Miami Vice.'
Warren Littlefield, president from 1991-1998, is associated with the development of 1990s hits such as 'Seinfeld,' 'Friends,' and 'ER.'
Answer: True
Warren Littlefield, president from 1991 to 1998, presided over the development of numerous highly successful 1990s programs, including 'Seinfeld,' 'Friends,' and 'ER.'
Jeff Zucker's strategy as President of NBC Entertainment involved pioneering 'Supersized' episodes and aggressively programming during the summer months.
Answer: True
As President of NBC Entertainment (2000-2004), Jeff Zucker implemented strategies such as pioneering 'Supersized' episodes and aggressive summer programming initiatives.
Kevin Reilly is associated with developing critically acclaimed shows like 'Heroes,' '30 Rock,' and 'Friday Night Lights' during his presidency.
Answer: True
Kevin Reilly, president from 2004 to 2007, is associated with the development of critically acclaimed series such as 'Heroes,' '30 Rock,' and 'Friday Night Lights.'
Ben Silverman orchestrated a deal where DirecTV funded 'Friday Night Lights' in exchange for exclusive first-window broadcast rights, allowing NBC to air episodes later.
Answer: True
Ben Silverman, during his tenure as co-chairman of NBC Entertainment, orchestrated an innovative deal with DirecTV to fund 'Friday Night Lights,' securing first-window broadcast rights for DirecTV and later broadcast rights for NBC.
Robert Greenblatt's tenure saw NBC become the number one network for the first time in over a decade, driven by hits like the 'Chicago' franchise and 'This Is Us.'
Answer: True
Robert Greenblatt's leadership (2011-2018) was instrumental in NBC regaining the number one network position, largely propelled by the success of franchises such as the 'Chicago' series and 'This Is Us.'
Sylvester Weaver, president from 1953-1955, championed the idea that broadcasting should serve which dual purpose?
Answer: Educate and Entertain
Sylvester Weaver championed the concept that broadcasting should serve the dual purpose of educating and entertaining the audience.
During Robert E. Kintner's tenure, NBC's news division aggressively aimed to surpass which rival network in ratings and prestige?
Answer: CBS
During Robert E. Kintner's tenure, NBC's news division aggressively aimed to surpass CBS News in ratings and prestige.
Brandon Tartikoff is credited with leading NBC's turnaround in the 1980s, a period known for its programming block called:
Answer: Must-See TV
Brandon Tartikoff is credited with leading NBC's turnaround in the 1980s, a period famously known for its programming block called 'Must-See TV.'
Robert Greenblatt's leadership (2011-2018) saw NBC become the number one network for the first time in over a decade, driven by hits like the 'Chicago' franchise and 'This Is Us.'
Answer: The 'Chicago' franchise
Robert Greenblatt's leadership (2011-2018) was pivotal in NBC becoming the number one network for the first time in sixteen years, significantly driven by the success of the 'Chicago' franchise and 'This Is Us.'
As of the provided information, only one U.S. state, Vermont, lacks a locally licensed NBC affiliate.
Answer: False
According to the provided data, the U.S. states of New Jersey and Delaware are the only ones currently without a locally licensed NBC affiliate. These regions are served by affiliates situated in neighboring major markets, such as New York City and Philadelphia.
NBC Europe, launched in 1993, ceased broadcasting in most of Europe by 1999 and was subsequently replaced by a regional version of the National Geographic Channel.
Answer: False
NBC Europe, launched in 1993, ceased broadcasting in most of Europe by 1999. It was later relaunched as a German-language technology channel before its eventual shutdown, not replaced by National Geographic.
Canal de Noticias NBC, a 24-hour Spanish-language news channel for Latin America, shut down in 1999 due to its inability to generate sufficient advertising revenue.
Answer: True
Canal de Noticias NBC, a 24-hour Spanish-language news channel serving Latin America, ceased operations in 1999 primarily because it could not achieve sustainable advertising revenue.
NBC programming is distributed in Mexico solely through subscription-based cable providers.
Answer: False
NBC programming is accessible in Mexico through both free-to-air affiliates in border regions and via subscription television providers nationwide.
NBC currently operates standalone channels in Europe and Asia, broadcasting its prime-time content internationally.
Answer: False
NBC no longer operates standalone channels in Europe and Asia. While NBC News and MSNBC content is distributed internationally through other means, dedicated NBC channels outside the Americas are not currently active.
NBC Europe ceased broadcasting in most of Europe by 1999 and later relaunched as a German-language technology channel before its eventual shutdown.
Answer: True
Following its cessation of broad European broadcasting by 1999, NBC Europe was indeed relaunched as a German-language technology channel prior to its ultimate shutdown.
NBC programming is accessible in Mexico exclusively through border region free-to-air affiliates.
Answer: False
NBC programming is accessible in Mexico through both border region free-to-air affiliates and subscription television providers across the country.
NBC Asia, launched in 1994, was permitted to broadcast American prime-time shows but was eventually replaced by a regional version of the National Geographic Channel.
Answer: False
NBC Asia, launched in 1994, was restricted from broadcasting American prime-time shows due to existing broadcast rights agreements. It was replaced by a regional version of the National Geographic Channel in July 1998.
The Seven Network in Australia has maintained close ties with NBC since the 1970s, often sharing news resources and adopting NBC's image campaigns.
Answer: True
The Seven Network in Australia has indeed maintained close ties with NBC since the 1970s, adopting NBC's image campaigns and sharing news resources.
Which two U.S. states are mentioned as currently lacking a locally licensed NBC affiliate?
Answer: New Jersey and Delaware
New Jersey and Delaware are the two U.S. states identified as currently lacking a locally licensed NBC affiliate.
How does NBC programming typically reach audiences in Canada?
Answer: Via specific U.S. affiliates carried by Canadian cable, satellite, and IPTV providers
NBC programming typically reaches Canadian audiences via U.S.-based affiliates carried by Canadian cable, satellite, and IPTV providers. Programming may be subject to simultaneous substitution regulations.
What happened to NBC Europe after it ceased broadcasting in most of Europe by 1999?
Answer: It relaunched as a German-language technology channel before shutting down
After ceasing broad European broadcasts by 1999, NBC Europe relaunched as a German-language technology channel before its eventual shutdown.
Canal de Noticias NBC, a Spanish-language news channel for Latin America, was shut down primarily because:
Answer: It could not generate sustainable advertising revenue
Canal de Noticias NBC was shut down primarily due to its inability to generate sufficient advertising revenue.
NBC Asia, distributed in several Asian countries starting in 1994, was restricted from broadcasting what type of content?
Answer: American prime-time shows
NBC Asia, launched in 1994, was restricted from broadcasting American prime-time shows due to existing broadcast rights agreements.
What is the relationship between NBC and Australia's Seven Network, according to the source?
Answer: Seven Network adopted NBC's image campaigns and shared news resources.
Australia's Seven Network has maintained close ties with NBC since the 1970s, adopting NBC's image campaigns and sharing news resources.
NBC's primary headquarters are located in Los Angeles, California, at the iconic 10 Universal City Plaza.
Answer: False
NBC's primary headquarters are situated at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. While 10 Universal City Plaza is a significant NBC facility, it is not the main headquarters.
The nickname 'Peacock Network' was given to NBC in the 1950s to signify its pioneering role in the development of early color television broadcasting.
Answer: True
The designation 'Peacock Network' originated from the network's iconic logo, introduced in 1956, which was specifically designed to highlight NBC's advancements in early color television broadcasting.
NBC operates fewer than ten owned-and-operated stations but boasts affiliation agreements covering over 200 television stations across the United States.
Answer: False
NBC operates twelve owned-and-operated stations and maintains affiliation agreements with 222 additional television stations, providing extensive national coverage.
As of 2025, NBC provides approximately 87 hours of regularly scheduled network programming weekly, including 22 hours dedicated to prime-time shows.
Answer: True
As projected for the year 2025, NBC is scheduled to provide 87 hours of regularly scheduled network programming weekly, with 22 of those hours allocated to prime-time content.
The stylized peacock logo was introduced by NBC in 1956 primarily to represent the network's expansion into international markets.
Answer: False
The stylized peacock logo was introduced in 1956 to highlight NBC's advancements in early color television broadcasting, not primarily for international market representation.
NBC offers video-on-demand access primarily through its dedicated streaming service, Peacock, with limited availability on cable providers.
Answer: False
NBC provides video-on-demand access through its website (NBC.com), the NBC on Demand service on cable and IPTV providers, and via streaming services like Hulu. Peacock is its dedicated streaming service.
The NBC television network has faced allegations concerning a workplace culture that tolerated sexism and sexual harassment.
Answer: True
The NBC television network has indeed faced allegations pertaining to a workplace culture that allegedly tolerated sexism and sexual harassment, alongside claims of using non-disclosure agreements to obscure such issues.
Which of the following cities houses NBC's primary headquarters?
Answer: New York City, New York
NBC's primary headquarters are located in New York City, New York, specifically at 30 Rockefeller Plaza.
The nickname 'Peacock Network' originated from NBC's logo, which was introduced to highlight advancements in what area of broadcasting?
Answer: Early color television
The 'Peacock Network' nickname stems from NBC's logo, introduced in 1956 to highlight advancements in early color television broadcasting.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for allegations regarding NBC's workplace culture?
Answer: Discrimination against non-English speaking employees
While allegations of sexism, sexual harassment, and the use of NDAs are mentioned, discrimination against non-English speaking employees is not cited in the provided text.