Time to Get Real: The Secrets of Reality Shows Quiz

By: Alia Hoyt
Estimated Completion Time
1 min
Time to Get Real: The Secrets of Reality Shows Quiz
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About This Quiz

Although it's debatable how "real" these shows actually are, they still fascinate the masses. How much do you know about the behind-the-scenes filming of reality TV programming?
Which of these famous singers did NOT win "American Ido"?
Jennifer Hudson
Carrie Underwood
Phillip Phillips
How much were contestants on "America's Next Top Model" reportedly paid?
$20,000 for the entire season
$500 per day
$40 per day
Which "American Ninja Warrior" competitor was the first woman ever to compete in Las Vegas, Stage 1?
Meagan Martin
Jessie Graff
Kacy Catanzaro

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How long is the typical pitch on "Shark Tank"?
10 minutes
45 minutes
2 hours
How much weight does "Top Chef" host Padma Lakshmi gain every season?
none
5 pounds (2.3 kilograms)
17 pounds (7.7 kilograms)
Which of the following will NOT get a contestant kicked off "The Real World"?
pregnancy
positive drug test
criminal history

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Which of these things DOESN'T happen on "The Bachelor"/"Bachelorette"?
Cameras remain on in the fantasy suite all night (they just don't show everything on TV).
The show's producers hand out $100 bills on set to the contestants who bring the most drama.
Contestants have to pay for their own wardrobes, which could include 14 gowns for the ladies.
What aspect of the women's lives is off limits during "Real Housewives"?
children
legal troubles
nothing
What do "Survivor" contestants have to do without while filming the show?
contact lenses/solution
fresh underwear
birth control

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What small luxury are cast members of "Naked and Afraid" given?
tampons
pain reliever pills
water filters