QUIZ: Test your Normal People knowledge

How well do you know Connell and Marianne?

Author: Alex RossPublished 21st Dec 2020
Last updated 22nd Dec 2020

Hulu and BBC drama Normal People, an adaptation of Sally Rooney's 2018 novel of the same name, took the world by storm when it first landed back in April 2020, with viewers left in awe at the will-they-won't-they relationship between main characters Connell (Paul Mescal and Marianne (Daisy Edgar-Jones).

Take our fun quiz about the popular show, and see just how much of a Normal People superfan you are! Simply answer the questions below, then scroll to the bottom for the answers. Good luck!

1) Which actress plays the role of lead character Marianne?


2) What is the name of the fictional Irish town Marianne and Connell grow up in?


3) What is Connell’s surname?


4) Which country is Marianne's fancy villa in?


5) What is Connell's mum’s job?


6) What is the name of the University Connell and Marianne both attend in Dublin?


7) What make of car does Connell drive?


8) How old was Marianne when her father died?


9) Which actor plays the role of Connell?


10) What is Marianne’s brother called?


11) What does Connell wear around his neck?


12) Which country does Marianne spend her third year of University?


13) What is the name Marianne’s best friend at University?


14) Who does Connell ask to the end of year dance?


15) Where does Connell accept an offer to go in the final episode?


Check your answers...

1) Daisy Edgar-Jones

2) Carricklea

3) Waldron

4) Italy

5) Cleaner for Marianne's mum

6) Trinity College Dublin

7) Ford

8) 13

9) Paul Mescal

10) Alan

11) A chain necklace

12) Sweden

13) Joanna

14) Rachel

15) New York

Normal People is available on BBC iPlayer right now.

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