Bob’s Burgers is a US animated sitcom that has been airing since 2011. I’m sure many didn’t expect the series to have been running for 12! years. In addition, Bob’s Burgers has also had a movie since 2022. I highly recommend it if you haven’t seen it yet – it’s hilarious. My Bob’s Burgers quiz consists of 20 questions that cover almost all seasons. So, you should have some knowledge of the series. However, it’s a good mix of easy and hard questions – so don’t worry.

The series revolves around the Belcher family, who run a burger restaurant called Bob’s Burgers. The main character is Bob Belcher, who, along with his wife Linda and their three children Tina, Gene, and Louise, have various adventures in their restaurant and everyday life. Bob’s Burgers is known for its humorous and original style and has built a loyal fan base.

Before you play the Bob’s Burgers quiz, you may want to read/learn more about this incredibly successful series. You might learn something you didn’t know about Bob’s Burgers before. I’ll start by listing the awards because there have been quite a few over the years:

Bob’s Burgers Awards

Primetime Emmy Awards:
Won: Outstanding Animated Program (2014, 2017, 2018).
Nominated: Outstanding Animated Program (2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021)

Critics’ Choice Television Awards:
Won: Best Animated Series (2014, 2018, 2020, 2021)
Nominated: Best Animated Series (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019)

Annie Awards:
Won: Best General Audience Animated Television/Broadcast Production (2014, 2017, 2018).
Nominee: Best General Audience Animated Television/Broadcast Production (2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020).

Writers Guild of America Awards:
Won: Animation (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020)
Nominated: Animation (2013, 2018, 2019, 2021)

Teen Choice Awards:
Won: Choice Animated TV Show (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019).

This list is not final, and Bob’s Burgers has received other regional and industry awards. I have only listed what I consider to be the “most important.” If you want to see all the awards, whether won or not, you can do so here.

Next, I’ll go into a little bit on the humor and, specifically, the portrayal of family life in Bob’s Burgers because I think it’s just brilliant and played a big part in making a Bob’s Burgers quiz for me.

Brilliantly satirical: the humorous portrayal of family life in Bob’s Burgers

Bob’s Burgers is widely known for its unique and humorous portrayal of family life. The series offers a fresh look at the everyday life of the Belcher family as they run the family burger restaurant. Through its charming humor and subtle satire, the series makes audiences laugh while providing deeper insights into the dynamics and challenges of family life.

• Characters as caricatures: One of the strengths of Bob’s Burgers is its ability to portray its characters as affectionate yet exaggerated caricatures of family life. Bob, the rather quiet and down-to-earth father; Linda, the optimistic and sometimes eccentric mother; and their three children, Tina, Gene, and Louise, with their unique personalities and quirks, complete the picture of a loopy but lovable family.
• Everyday absurdities: The series takes everyday situations and humorously exaggerates them to highlight the absurdities of family life. Whether it’s the chaotic morning routine before school, the mishaps at the restaurant, or the unusual neighbors, Bob’s Burgers always finds a way to add a humorous and often unexpected twist to everyday situations.
• Wordplay and quirky dialogue: the wit in Bob’s Burgers extends through the clever wordplay and quirky dialogue often exchanged by the characters, from the bizarre customer orders at the restaurant to the absurd conversations between family members.
• Social satire: Bob’s Burgers also uses subtle satirical elements to address social issues and humorously comment on them. The series addresses issues such as gentrification, consumer culture, bureaucracy, and interpersonal relationships by presenting them with a wink and allowing viewers to make their own interpretations.
• Heart and solidarity: despite its humorous and satirical approach, Bob’s Burgers never loses sight of its core family values. The series repeatedly shows how the Belchers stick together in difficult times, support each other and overcome obstacles together. This heartwarming aspect of the series gives it emotional depth and makes it more than just a straight comedy.

Bob’s Burgers stands out for its humorous and satirical portrayal of family life. Through the exaggeration of characters, the use of wordplay, quirky dialogue, and subtle social satire, the series manages to make us fans laugh while providing insight into the ups and downs of family life.

Next, before we get to the Bob’s Burgers Quiz, I want to write something about the Burgers of the Day. These are just so incredibly funny in my eyes and always a highlight of any episode they appear in. For example, Blondes Have More Fun-gus Burger (comes with mushrooms) or Let’s Give ‘Em Something Shiitake ‘Bout Burger – those puns are just incredibly good and funny. So I thought I’d go into a little bit about how these burgers are named:

• Puns and references: the naming of the burgers in Bob’s Burgers is rich with clever puns and references. To create unique and witty names, the writers cleverly play with ingredients, the episode’s theme, or current events. Examples include the “Don’t You Four Cheddar ‘Bout Me Burger,” the “Foot Feta-ish Burger,” or the “Mission A-Corn-Plished Burger”(just GENIUS – lol).
• Memorability and originality: the names of the burgers in Bob’s Burgers are anything but boring. They are distinctive and stick in our minds (mine, for sure). The writers go out of their way to come up with original and unique names that not only fit the content of the burger but also reflect the series’ character. This creative naming adds to the identity and charm of Bob’s Burgers.
• Extending the humor: naming the burgers is an additional element of humor in Bob’s Burgers. It extends the comedy and enhances the entertainment value of the series. The funny names of the burgers are often mentioned in the characters’ dialogues or prominently highlighted in the scenes to enhance the humorous effect. This playful approach to naming contributes to the positive mood of the series.
• Fan interaction and creativity: the unique burger names have also inspired a loyal fan base. Fans of Bob’s Burgers have begun designing and sharing their own burger creations with similarly humorous names – HILARIOUS!  In addition, Bob’s Burgers also has fan-animated episodes, which I think is just awesome. This shows how much Loren Bouchard appreciates his fans, which is beautiful.

Also, I found this site with an article that ranks all the Burgers of the Day names – lol. Check it out; it’s amazing.

That’s it from me, and I think I’ve praised the series enough. Even though I honestly think it can never be enough praise for such an incredibly good series in many ways, like Bob’s Burgers. Hopefully, you enjoyed this little article and are now better prepared for my Bob’s Burgers quiz 😉 . Have fun playing!