Test Your Knowledge Of Iconic '80s Teen Cinema With Our Heathers Quiz

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Heathers is a 1989 American black comedy teen film. It was written by Daniel Waters and directed by Michael Lehmann. It stars Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, and Shannen Doherty. The film was meant to contrast the more optimistic movies of the '80s, especially the ones written by John Hughes, by presenting a cynical depiction of high school imbued with dark satire. 

Heathers premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and it won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature. Ever since then it has become a cult film, and it's regarded as one of the greatest coming-of-age films of all time. Although adults of that time didn't like the violence and the blood so much, teenagers loved it. 

Are you still a teen at heart? And do you appreciate Heathers for its bold story and satirical tone? Although you might need a re-watch, take our quiz to challenge yourself! But be careful, you might become a Heather!


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Heathers Quiz Questions

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Question 1

An important part of Heather Duke's character is a book she reads throughout the film. Do you remember what that book was?

  • A
    Moby Dick
  • B
    Pride and Prejudice
  • C
    The Idiot
  • D
    Oliver Twist

Question 2

"How very" is an '80s slang that's used a lot in Heathers. Which one of the characters says it mostly?

  • A
    Veronica
  • B
    Duke
  • C
    Chandler
  • D
    Dean

Question 3

Jason Dean is the boyfriend of Veronica, and seems to suffers from mental illness. Who plays him?

  • A
    Leonardo DiCaprio
  • B
    Christian Slater
  • C
    Johnny Depp
  • D
    Tom Cruise

Question 4

Veronica is portrayed as rude and carefree, simply because she didn't care about her social status. However, the Heathers found out she has a skill they can use. What is it?

  • A
    Photographic memory
  • B
    Faking someone else's handwriting
  • C
    Flirting with boys
  • D
    Drawing

Question 5

Winona Ryder is a pop culture icon. Her early performances in Tim Burton films have brought her a cult status. What's her name in Heathers?

  • A
    Mary
  • B
    Veronica
  • C
    Catherine
  • D
    Margaret

Question 6

Veronica seems to regret the murder of her best friend and worst enemy, however, she doesn't hesitate to kill again when the time comes. Why does she agree to help J.D. shoot Kurt and Ram?

  • A
    J.D. tells her that the bullets won't actually kill them
  • B
    Kurt spreads a sexual rumor involving himself, Ram, and Veronica
  • C
    She thinks they are mean people
  • D
    All of the above

Question 7

There is a scene in Heathers where the girls play a game which brings out their vindictive behavior. What's the name of the game?

  • A
    Basketball
  • B
    Softball
  • C
    Croquet
  • D
    Tennis

Question 8

The absurdity of Kurt's and Ram's characters doesn't end after their deaths. What items do they don at their funeral?

  • A
    Joggers
  • B
    Football helmets
  • C
    Shorts
  • D
    They don't wear anything

Question 9

In every high school film, there's always an influential, flamboyant "girl boss" who rules over her little group of friends. Who is the leader of Heathers?

  • A
    Betty Finn
  • B
    J.D.
  • C
    Veronica
  • D
    Heather Chandler

Question 10

At some point, Veronica gets tired of being the school's most popular student and humiliates Chandler at a frat party. What does she do?

  • A
    She poisons Heather Chandler
  • B
    She slaps Heather Chandler
  • C
    She throws up in front of everyone
  • D
    She calls the police on the party

Question 11

Heathers was one of the first teen films to openly talk about issues such as bulimia. Who suffers from it in the film?

  • A
    Veronica
  • B
    Betty Finn
  • C
    J.D.
  • D
    Heather Duke

Question 12

Following Heather Chandler's death, her friends went on to divide her possessions between themselves. What did Veronica get?

  • A
    Her favorite book
  • B
    Her CD collection
  • C
    Her watch
  • D
    Her pearls

Question 13

While Heather Chandler's murder was messy and chaotic, the murders of Ram and Kurt were well-planned. What did J.D. bring to the crime scene to convince the police of Kurt and Ram's sexual orientation?

  • A
    Wine
  • B
    Mineral Water
  • C
    Champagne
  • D
    Beer

Question 14

A famous quote from Veronica that bloggers still write articles about is "Dear Diary, my teen angst bullsh*t has a body count." What is she wearing while writing this?

  • A
    A cowboy hat
  • B
    A satanic necklace
  • C
    Hippie sunglasses
  • D
    A monocle

Question 15

When Veronica is angry for having her reputation at the school stained, she participates in a murder. Who was the first victim of Veronica's and J.D.'s revenge spree?

  • A
    Betty Finn
  • B
    J.D.
  • C
    Heather Duke
  • D
    Heather Chandler

Question 16

Heather Chandler, the ruthless, cruel, and self-centered leader of the clique, maintains a certain weekly routine in the school cafeteria. What does she do there?

  • A
    Runs a lunchtime poll
  • B
    Flirts with guys
  • C
    Fights with some of the girls
  • D
    Bullies overweight students

Question 17

Jason Dean, the main male antagonist in Heathers, introduces himself to the viewer in a rather bizarre manner. What does he do?

  • A
    He passionately kisses a girl
  • B
    He starts a food fight
  • C
    He starts dancing on the tables
  • D
    He shoots blanks at two bullies

Question 18

There are many conspiracy theories regarding the meaning of the name Westerberg High. Some are even related to the rock band The Replacements. Which U.S. state does Westerburg High belong to?

  • A
    New Jersey
  • B
    New York
  • C
    Ohio
  • D
    Texas

Question 19

In addition to Veronica, the popular clique consists of three wealthy and beautiful girls with the same first name. However, their last names are different. Which one of these last names doesn't belong to a Heather?

  • A
    Duke
  • B
    McNamara
  • C
    Jones
  • D
    Chandler

Question 20

Inspired by the "suicides" of Chandler, Ram, and Kurt, two other Westerburg High students try to kill themselves but don't succeed. Who were they?

  • A
    Veronica and J.D.
  • B
    Betty and Martha
  • C
    Martha and Heather McNamara
  • D
    Duke and Kurt's brother

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