Fan or Fraud: How Much Do You Really Know About the Show ‘The Office’?

By: Kate Row | Last updated: May 09, 2024

Dwight Schrute, Michael Scott, Pam Beesly, and Jim Halpert are pretty unforgettable characters but after 9 seasons of non-stop laughs, how much do you really remember about this sitcom? The Dunder Mifflin gang brought us numerous quotable moments, hysterical reactions, and silly situations; lest we forget the epic pranks. We’re here to test your knowledge and weed out the frauds from the true fans. Test your knowledge and see if you’re truly a super-fan or if you need to rewatch and refresh on your ‘The Office’ trivia. Be sure to answer every question to get your results at the end of the quiz!

Which actor does NOT share the first name of his/her character?

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The character of Meredith is played by actress, Kate Flannery. However, the show famously uses the actors’ first names for the names of their characters in many cases.

What was the name of Jan’s assistant?

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Jan had a special relationship with her assistant, Hunter as was made evident in the episode where Jan and Michael host a dinner party and Jan shows the guests Hunter’s music. She was a BIG supporter.

How does Michael get hurt in the episode called “The Injury” (Season 2 Episode 12)?

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Michael keeps a George Froman grill next to his bedside because he likes to wake up to the smell of freshly cooked bacon.

Michael accidentally announces which branch is being shut down at the company picnic. Which branch was it?

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Who could forget the company picnic in which Holly and Michael put together and hysterically uncomfortable skit that only the two of them could think is funny? Plus, Michale lets slip that the Buffalo branch will be closing. Oops!

Erin’s first name is actually the same as someone in the office. Who does she share a first name with?

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When Erin arrives at the office she reveals her first name is also Kelly, so she ends up being called Erin instead, much to Kelly’s dismay.

What is the hardest part about jail according to Prison Mike?

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We’re not sure if Prison Mike spent time in real Jail or Azakaban because we don’t see many dementors outside of the world of Harry Potter.

Which musical production does Andy perform in?

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Andy is known for his musical talents (or annoying habits depending on how you look at it). He impressed the office with his role in Sweeney Todd.

What kind of sandwich does Michael have a dream about when he is running the Michael Scott Paper Company with Pam and Ryan?

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Only the wacky mind of Michael Scott could come up with something as absurd as a tuna fish sandwich. Gross!

When Ryan starts the fire in the office. Which game does Michael say he plays every night before bed?

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Of course, Michael has to play a game with himself before he goes to bed. This was of no surprise to his coworkers but they were slightly disgusted.

What did Kevin gift himself when he picked his own name for Secret Santa?

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Instead of choosing another name when Kevin picked himself for Secret Santa he just got himself something special. No one knows you like you!

What is in the thermos that Michael hands to Pam when they’re making early morning deliveries for the Michael Scott Paper Company?

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When the Michael Scott Paper Company has to make early morning deliveries he offers Pam some milk and sugar. ONLY milk and sugar, no coffee!

When Phyllis offers to set up Michael on a date with her friend Sandy, what does Michael ask about her?

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Gross, but true. Michael eat mayonnaise to try and drown his sorrows instead of ice cream. Not the best swap in our opinion.

When the office is out of ice cream, what does Michael eat to drown his sorrows?

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Gross, but true. Michael eat mayonnaise to try and drown his sorrows instead of ice cream. Not the best swap in our opinion.

What’s the name of the radio station that appears on stickers around the office?

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True fans know that the Froggy 101 sticker appears in multiple places around the office.

During Michael’s roast of the office he states, “_____, you failed out of art school. Boom, roasted.” Who was this about?

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When the office roasts Michael he gets his feelings hurt and decides to return the favor to his colleagues. His dig at Pam was that she failed art school which isn’t exactly true.

Who has a huge crush on Pam, other than Jim?

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The love story of Pam and Jim is a huge plot line of the show, but what could have been between Toby and Pam we will never know.

What do the Schrutes stand in when they get married according to family tradition?

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Dwight famously explains, “It makes the funeral very romantic. But the weddings are a bleak affair”.

When Michael and Jan throw a dinner party, Michael is excited to show his dinner guests his new _____.

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The dinner party is one of the most iconic episodes of The Office. Interestingly, the scene with the flat screen was also one of the hardest for the cast to get through without laughing.

What was the name of Michael’s movie that he proudly shows Holly in a viewing at the office?

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The famous movie, Threat Level Midnight features many of the familiar faces of the office in different roles. You might recall Jim as the villain dressed in all gold.

Why does Michael hate Toby?

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Michael hates Toby from the very beginning for seemingly no reason and every reason. Poor Toby just takes the abuse most of the time.

Fan or Fraud: How Much Do You Really Know About the Show ‘The Office’?
You don’t know as much as you thought!

You might need a refresher course on ‘The Office’ to brush up on your basic facts again. Not to worry! You can always go back and rewatch.
You’re a fan.

You definitely have some knowledge but you’re not quite a super fan. Maybe it’s been a while since you watched but you might need to brush up on your ‘The Office’ Knowledge.
You’re a super fan!

Wow! You really know your stuff. We’re impressed. Our guess is that you’ve watched the entire show more than once.