Cartoons & Comics Comic Strip History 2

Question 1

Which comic strip features a suburban family told through a child's perspective with a circular panel style?

Accepted Answer

The Family Circus

Answer

The Family Circus by Bil Keane features the Keane family and is known for its circular panel format.

Question 2

Which American comic strip character is known for the catchphrase 'I yam what I yam'?

Accepted Answer

Popeye

Answer

Popeye the Sailor Man, created by E.C. Segar in 1929, is known for his spinach-fueled strength and distinctive speech.

Question 3

In 'Blondie,' what is the last name of the main family?

Accepted Answer

Bumstead

Answer

Dagwood and Blondie Bumstead are the central couple in the long-running Blondie comic strip by Chic Young.

Question 4

Which comic strip features a red-haired girl named Little Orphan Annie?

Accepted Answer

Little Orphan Annie

Answer

Little Orphan Annie was created by Harold Gray in 1924 and inspired the Broadway musical Annie.

Question 5

Who created the comic strip 'Dilbert,' which satirizes corporate office life?

Accepted Answer

Scott Adams

Answer

Scott Adams created Dilbert in 1989, satirizing workplace culture and pointy-haired bosses.

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