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Prepare to get flipped, turned upside down.
1. Before heading to Bel-Air, where was Will's character originally from?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- Season 1 -- Pictured: Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
Will came from West Philadelphia.
Born and raised ...
2. According to the theme song, where did the Fresh Prince (Will) spend most of his days?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- Season 1 -- Pictured: Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith -- Photo by: NBCU Photo Bank
On the playground
"Chillin' out maxin' relaxin' all cool."
Did you get that one? Here's another ...
3. Which friend of Will's is constantly being thrown out of the Banks' house?
Jazz
Whether it's for hitting on Hilary or mocking Phil's weight, Jazz is often shown the door for his behavior.
4. Which future U.S. president once made a cameo appearance on the series?
Donald J. Trump
Trump appeared on the series because he was interested in buying the Banks' home.
Too easy? Here's a harder one for you ...
5. Which comedian dressed in drag to play a character, Jasmine, who Will was forced to date?
Chris Rock
He played both Maurice, a film director, and Maurice's sister, Jasmine, in the Season 6 episode "Get a Job."
6. How does Hilary's fiancé, Trevor, die?
Think you know the answer? Time to find out ...
Trevor dies in a bungee jumping accident.
Trevor dies during his elaborate proposal, which Hilary demanded.
7. Which supermodel made her television debut on the series?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- Season 1 -- Pictured: (front, l-r) Karyn Parsons as Hilary Banks, James Avery as Philip Banks, Tatyana Ali as Ashley Banks (l-r, back) Janet Hubert as Vivian Banks, Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Joseph Marcell as Geoffrey, Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Banks-- Photo by: Chris Cuffaio/NBCU Photo Bank
Tyra Banks played Will's old friend, Jackie Ames, in 7 episodes of the series.
She first appeared on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in Season 4.
8. What is Geoffrey's last name?
Let's see if you know the answer ...
Butler
His full name is Geoffrey Barbara Butler.
9. When Will is being an overprotective older cousin, where did he and Ashley go on a double date together?
FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, THE -- "Not with My Cousin You Don't" Episode 7 -- Aired 11/06/1995 -- Pictured: (l-r) Tatyana Ali as Ashley Banks, Will Smith as William "Will" Smith -- Photo by: Alice S. Hall/NBCU Photo Bank
They take their dates to a mini golf course.
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Stop Will! In the Name of Love" Episode 18 -- Pictured: (l-r) Amy Hunter as Samatha, Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Brandon Quintin Adams as Bryan, Tatyana Ali as Ashley Banks -- Photo by: Gary Null/NBCU Photo Bank
10. Nicky has several middle names. Who was he named after?
Aunt Vivian's youngest child was born in Season 3.
His full name is Nicholas Andrew Michael Shawn Nathan Wanya Banks.
His last four middle names, Michael, Shawn, Nathan and Wanya, are the names of bandmates Boyz II Men, who performed at Nicky's christening in Season 4.
11. Carlton become the mascot of his university's football team. What is the mascot?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Hare Today" Episode 18 -- Aired 4/8/96 -- Pictured: Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Banks -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
A peacock
FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, THE -- "I Know Why the Caged Bird Screams" Episode 16 -- Pictured: (l-r) Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Banks, Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith -- Photo by: Paul Drinkwater/NBCU Photo Bank
12. Where did Phil propose to Vivian?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "The Philadelphia Story" Episode 26 -- Pictured: (l-r) James Avery as Philip Banks, Karyn Parsons as Hilary Banks -- Photo by: Joseph Del Valle/NBCU Photo Bank
Phil proposed to Vivian when they appeared on an episode of Soul Train.
They later attended Soul Train's 25th anniversary party because they were one of the show's best couples.
13. Why did Carlton buy a gun?
FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, THE -- "Get a Job" Episode 2 -- Pictured: (l-r) Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Banks -- Photo by: Jan Sonnenmair/NBCU Photo Bank
Carlton bought a gun after Will was shot during an ATM robbery.
Will then made Carlton give him the gun.
14. Which character died after Will told them to "drop dead?"
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Bourgie Sings the Blues" Episode 4 -- Pictured: Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith -- Photo by: Kassa Zakadi/NBCU Photo Bank
Judge Carl Robertson
Will told Phil's rival, Judge Robertson, to "drop dead" at his own victory party following an election. Then he died.
15. Which Hollywood power couple met as a result of the series?
FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, THE -- "The Ol' Ball and Chain" Episode 20 -- Pictured: (l-r) James Avery as Philip Banks, Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Jeffrey A. Townes as Jazz, Karen Malina White as Jewel Robertson -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith
The actress auditioned to play Will's girlfriend, Lisa, on the series. She didn't get the part (reportedly because she was too short) but the two ended up together in real life.
16. What other series did Will make an appearance on as his Fresh Prince character?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- Season 1 -- Pictured: Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith -- Photo by: Chris Cuffaio/NBCU Photo Bank
Both Will and Hilary made appearances on fellow NBC series Blossom.
He even gave Blossom his hat, so her friends would believe she really met him.
17. Which star appeared on the series as two different characters?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "P.S. I Love You" Episode 6 -- Pictured: (l-r) Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, James Avery as Philip Banks -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
Queen Latifah
The rapper played both Hilary's boss Marissa Redman and later returned as Dee Dee. She's not alone ... other actors to double up on roles include Nia Long, Sherman Hemsley and Michole Briana, among others.
18. Ashley becomes a rising star in the music industry in Season 5. What's the name of her hit song?
FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, THE -- "Hare Today" Episode 18 -- Pictured: (l-r) Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Banks, Tatyana Ali as Ashley Banks -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
"Make Up Your Mind"
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Stop Will! In the Name of Love" Episode 18 -- Pictured: Tatyana Ali as Ashley Banks -- Photo by: Gary Null/NBCU Photo Bank
19. Carlton thought one of the Banks' neighbors stole their silverware. Which star played that neighbor?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Bourgie Sings the Blues" Episode 4 -- Pictured: (l-r) Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Alfonso Ribeiro as Carlton Bank -- Photo by: Kassa Zakadi/NBCU Photo Bank
Zsa Zsa Gabor
Spoiler alert: She did not steal their silverware. Oops!
20. Will nearly marries Lisa Wilkes (twice). What is Lisa's real first name?
THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR -- "Love Hurts" Episode 9 -- Air Date 11/14/1994 -- Pictured: (l-r) Will Smith as William 'Will' Smith, Nia Long as Lisa Wilkes -- Photo by: Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
Beulah
Will realizes he doesn't know Lisa very well ... especially after asking if Lisa is her real first name, and he finds out it's actually Beulah.