The Home Alone Quiz: Test Your Macaulay Culkin Knowledge!

Are you a true fan of the iconic holiday classic, “Home Alone”? Test your knowledge of Macaulay Culkin’s memorable performance and the beloved film with this comprehensive quiz.

Questions:

1. What was Kevin McCallister’s middle name?
2. What type of pet did Kevin keep in the birdcage?
3. What was the name of the leader of the “Wet Bandits”?
4. What did Kevin use to melt the doorknobs to prevent the burglars from entering?
5. What was the iconic line that Kevin uttered while brandishing a BB gun?
6. What was the name of the orderly who helped Kevin after he got lost in the Plaza Hotel?
7. What was the name of Kevin’s neighbor’s dog?
8. What did Kevin gift Harry at the end of the film?
9. What was the name of the barbershop quartet that sang in the airport?
10. What was the name of the bird that Kevin released at the end of the film?

Answers:

1. Peter
2. Turtle doves
3. Harry Lime
4. Hot water
5. “Keep the change, ya filthy animal!”
6. Gus Polinski
7. Marley
8. A toothbrush
9. The Kenosha Kickers
10. Sparky

Advanced Questions:

1. What was the name of the Christmas tune that Kevin’s father played on the plane?
2. What was the name of the hotel where Kevin hid from the burglars?
3. What was the name of the boy who witnessed Kevin singing in the airport?
4. What was the name of the rat that chased Harry and Marv through the house?
5. What was the name of the film’s director?

Answers:

1. “White Christmas”
2. Plaza Hotel
3. Adam
4. Rodent
5. Chris Columbus

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

• Misspelling the character name as “Macaulay Caukin”
• Mistaking the date of release of the film as 1991
• Believing that Kevin used a slingshot instead of a BB gun
• Forgetting the name of Kevin’s oldest brother, Jeff

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Is “Home Alone” based on a true story?

No, the film is purely fictional.

2. What is the significance of the paint cans being “dead”?

The paint cans represented the dead bodies of the burglars, foreshadowing their demise.

3. Why did Kevin release the bird at the end of the film?

The bird symbolized Kevin’s newfound freedom and joy after defeating the burglars.

4. How much money did “Home Alone” make at the box office?

Over $476 million worldwide.

5. What was the inspiration for the “Keep the change, ya filthy animal!” line?

The line was improvised by Macaulay Culkin based on a suggestion from his brother.

6. Is there a sequel to “Home Alone”?

Yes, there are four sequels: “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”, “Home Alone 3”, “Home Alone 4: Taking Back the House” and “Home Alone: The Holiday Heist”.

Conclusion:

This comprehensive quiz has tested your knowledge of the beloved holiday classic, “Home Alone”. By answering these questions, you have demonstrated your mastery of the film’s iconic characters, memorable scenes, and underlying themes. Share your score with friends and fellow fans to determine who is the ultimate “Home Alone” connoisseur!