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Once Upon a Time quiz: How well do you know Season 1?

Quick, free OUAT quiz to test your Season 1 knowledge. Instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Megan KieferUpdated Aug 26, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
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Paper art illustration of fairytale icons and book pages on sky blue background for Once Upon a Time Season 1 trivia quiz

This Once Upon a Time quiz helps you recall the twists, curses, and quotes from Season 1. Answer quick questions about Storybrooke and the Enchanted Forest to see what you remember. When you finish, explore more with the OUAT character quiz or the OUAT family tree quiz.

Who is the author of the curse in Storybrooke?
Regina Mills
Rumplestiltskin
The Evil Queen
Snow White
Rumplestiltskin used his magical quill to inscribe the Dark Curse, making him the true author behind Regina's plan to transport fairy-tale characters to Storybrooke. Regina merely enacted the curse under his guidance. His knowledge of Dark One magic enabled him to craft and control the curse's parameters.
What is Emma Swan's occupation at the start of the series?
Teacher
Bail bondsperson
Paramedic
Chef
Emma Swan works as a bail bondsperson in Boston, apprehending fugitives and returning them to custody for a reward. This job highlights her tough, independent nature before she learns of her destiny in Storybrooke.
How old is Henry turning when Emma arrives in Storybrooke?
12
10
8
15
Henry Mills is ten years old when Emma Swan arrives to deliver him back to his adoptive mother, Regina. His age is central to his belief in the curse and his efforts to convince Emma of her true role.
What is Emma Swan's last name?
Swan
Smith
Jones
Mills
Emma's surname is Swan, a nod to her fairy-tale heritage as the daughter of Snow White (Mary Margaret) and Prince Charming (David Nolan). It also mirrors the show's theme of dual identities.
Who is the first character seen in the pilot episode?
Emma Swan
Henry
Regina Mills
A deer
The very first image in the pilot is of a deer running through the forest, establishing the fairy-tale realm before cutting to the modern world. This juxtaposition sets the tone for the entire series.
Who runs the diner known as Granny's in Storybrooke?
Emma Swan
Henry Mills
Granny
Regina Mills
Gertrude 'Granny' Bing owns and operates Granny's Diner, making it the social hub of Storybrooke. She's a reincarnation of the fairy-tale Granny from Red Riding Hood's story.
What magical item did Rumplestiltskin use to write the Dark Curse?
Magic mirror
Enchanted quill
Golden apple
Wishing star
Rumplestiltskin used an enchanted quill to inscribe the words of the Dark Curse onto parchment, binding the fairy-tale realm's inhabitants to a new reality in Storybrooke. This quill is one of his signature magical instruments.
Under what alias does Rumplestiltskin live in Storybrooke?
Mr. Jones
Mr. White
Mr. Black
Mr. Gold
In Storybrooke, Rumplestiltskin goes by the name Mr. Gold, running a pawn shop filled with magical artifacts. His golden surname is a playful reference to his fairy-tale persona.
Who is the first person Emma Swan meets in Storybrooke?
Granny
Regina Mills
Henry Mills
Mr. Gold
Henry Mills is the first character Emma encounters after crossing into Storybrooke; he's the one who gives her the 'Once Upon a Time' book and insists she's the town's savior.
What is the title of the storybook that Henry carries?
Fairy Tales of Old
Stories of Enchantment
Legends and Lore
Once Upon a Time
Henry's book is titled "Once Upon a Time," which chronicles the true fairy-tale identities and histories of Storybrooke's residents. It becomes a central plot device through Season 1.
Mary Margaret Blanchard is the Storybrooke identity of which fairy-tale character?
Belle
Cinderella
Aurora
Snow White
Mary Margaret Blanchard is the cursed identity of Snow White, a schoolteacher in Storybrooke who initially has no memory of her fairy-tale past.
David Nolan is the Storybrooke identity of which fairy-tale character?
Robin Hood
Peter Pan
Prince Eric
Prince Charming
David Nolan is the cursed identity of Prince Charming, who is married to Snow White (Mary Margaret) under the curse and works in the town's construction department.
What is the name of Emma Swan's son?
Henry
James
August
Baelfire
Emma is the birth mother of Henry Mills, whom she gave up for adoption at birth. Henry's belief in the curse drives the initial storyline.
What title does Rumplestiltskin hold in the fairy-tale realm?
The Dark One
The Blue Fairy
The Huntsman
The Mad Hatter
Rumplestiltskin is known as the Dark One, a being of immense magical power whose existence is bound to a magical dagger that controls him.
How does Emma Swan first learn of the existence of Storybrooke?
A letter from Henry
A mysterious dream
An old photograph
A phone call
Emma receives a handwritten letter from Henry on her 28th birthday, which leads her to follow his directions and arrive in Storybrooke, Maine.
What position does Regina Mills hold in Storybrooke?
School Principal
Pharmacist
Police Chief
Mayor
Regina Mills serves as the mayor of Storybrooke, a role granted by the town's founders when they emerged from the curse. She enforces her will through her position of authority.
Who frequently reminds others that "magic always comes with a price"?
Prince Charming
Rumplestiltskin
The Blue Fairy
Snow White
Rumplestiltskin repeatedly warns that every magical act has a cost, a mantra that illustrates his control and foreshadows the sacrifices characters make.
What is the human identity of Jiminy Cricket in Storybrooke?
Archie Hopper
Sidney Glass
Archie Reid
Henry Mills
Jiminy Cricket appears as Dr. Archie Hopper, a psychiatrist in Storybrooke who serves as Henry's counselor. His wardrobe and mannerisms nod to his fairy-tale origins.
According to prophecy, what title does Emma Swan hold?
The Savior
The Enforcer
The Challenger
The Chosen One
Emma Swan is identified as the Savior, prophesied to break the Dark Curse and restore everyone's memories of their true identities. Her arrival marks the beginning of the prophecy's fulfillment.
Who becomes the deputy sheriff of Storybrooke in Season 1?
Mary Margaret Blanchard
Emma Swan
Regina Mills
Ruby Lucas
After Sheriff Graham is incapacitated, Mary Margaret Blanchard takes on the role of deputy sheriff, drawing on her inner strength and leadership qualities.
In which U.S. state is Storybrooke located?
Oregon
Vermont
Washington
Maine
Storybrooke is set in Maine, chosen by the show's creators for its small-town atmosphere and rugged coastal scenery.
Who was ordered to kill Snow White but ultimately spared her life?
Prince Charming
Rumplestiltskin
The Huntsman
Cora
The Huntsman was commanded by the Evil Queen to kill Snow White, but he could not bring himself to do it and let her escape into the forest instead.
On which birthday does Emma Swan receive Henry's letter?
30th
25th
32nd
28th
Emma gets Henry's letter on her 28th birthday, which triggers her journey to Storybrooke and sets the entire series in motion.
Who is Kathryn Nolan in relation to David Nolan?
His fiancée
His cousin
His sister
His ex-wife
Kathryn Nolan is introduced as David Nolan's fiancée in Storybrooke. Her mysterious disappearance becomes a major plot point in Season 1.
What item grants its possessor control over the Dark One?
Enchanted glove
Dark One's dagger
Magic mirror
Wishing star
The Dark One's dagger is inscribed with Rumplestiltskin's name and allows anyone who wields it to command the Dark One's power. It is the key to controlling the most powerful entity in the realm.
What was Rumplestiltskin's occupation in the Enchanted Forest before becoming the Dark One?
Spinner
Blacksmith
Hunter
Carpenter
Before his transformation into the Dark One, Rumplestiltskin was a simple spinner, turning straw into gold for the kingdom's coffers. His desperation to provide for his son led him to accept dark magic.
What does Mr. Gold primarily sell in his Storybrooke shop?
Antiques
Books
Produce
Magical artifacts
Mr. Gold's pawn shop is actually a repository for magical and enchanted items, many of which he acquires from various realms. It serves both as a front and as a way to stockpile power.
Who helps Regina Mills cast the Dark Curse?
Snow White
Prince Charming
Mr. Gold
The Blue Fairy
Regina enlists Rumplestiltskin's aid to perform the complex magic of the Dark Curse, using his quill and dark powers to ensure the spell's completion.
Which Storybrooke resident is accused of murdering Kathryn Nolan?
Mr. Gold
Regina Mills
Emma Swan
Mary Margaret Blanchard
Mary Margaret Blanchard is charged with Kathryn Nolan's death after the fiancée's disappearance and the discovery of blood in Mary Margaret's apartment. This accusation drives much of the early conflict.
What act is foretold to reverse the Dark Curse?
Reuniting the family
A heroic sacrifice
Destroying the quill
True love's kiss
It is prophesied that only a true love's kiss can break the Dark Curse and restore all the characters' memories of their real identities and past lives.
Which Storybrooke resident is revealed to be Pinocchio?
Mr. Gold
August Booth
Archie Hopper
Sidney Glass
August Booth is eventually revealed to be Pinocchio, one of the few characters to regain his fairy-tale memories early in Storybrooke. His wooden leg and conscience play into his dual identity.
Which episode first confirms August Booth's true identity as Pinocchio?
Desperate Souls
Snow Falls
True North
Fruit of the Poisonous Tree
In Season 1's "Desperate Souls," August's real identity as Pinocchio is revealed through flashbacks and his actions in Storybrooke.
At what time is the Storybrooke clock tower permanently frozen?
12:00
1:00
8:15
3:30
The clock tower in Storybrooke is forever fixed at 8:15, the moment the Dark Curse was cast, symbolizing the town's time standstill until the curse is broken.
In the Enchanted Forest, what wish does Rumplestiltskin make to the Blue Fairy?
To bring back his wife
To rule the kingdom
To become human
To become invincible
Rumplestiltskin wishes to be human so he might reclaim a normal life with his son, but the Blue Fairy warns him that his magic comes with a price. This event cements his transformation into the Dark One.
Why does Regina Mills cast the Dark Curse according to her fairy-tale motives?
To avenge her mother
To reunite with her father
To remove Snow White and Charming from her life
To become queen of all realms
Regina casts the Dark Curse out of resentment toward Snow White and Prince Charming, blaming them for her own personal heartbreak and loss, and seeking to start anew without them.
What is Sidney Glass's fairy-tale identity?
Hercules
Rumplestiltskin's apprentice
The Magic Mirror
Prince Eric
Sidney Glass is the human form of the Magic Mirror, often serving Regina as her sycophantic aide and reflecting her emotions - both literally and figuratively.
What is the name of Rumplestiltskin's son?
Baelfire
Neal
August
Gideon
Rumplestiltskin's son is named Baelfire, often called Bae. His relationship with his father and his eventual disappearance motivate much of Rumplestiltskin's actions.
Which character never loses their fairy-tale memories after the curse?
Prince Charming
Rumplestiltskin
Snow White
Regina Mills
Rumplestiltskin retains full knowledge of both realms after the curse, using his memories and powers to manipulate events in Storybrooke.
How does Mary Margaret discover her true identity as Snow White?
Emma tells her directly
At a town meeting
She reads Regina's diary
She sees her portrait reflected in a mirror shard
Mary Margaret sees her fairy-tale portrait when she's held in Regina's cell, realizing she is Snow White and that the town's residents are cursed versions of fairy-tale characters.
Which episode focuses on the fairy-tale story of Hansel and Gretel?
That Still Small Voice
An Apple Red as Blood
True North
Desperate Souls
"True North" interweaves the tale of Hansel and Gretel in the Enchanted Forest with David and Mary Margaret's struggle in Storybrooke.
In "An Apple Red as Blood," which character sets out to avenge Granny's kidnapping?
Emma Swan
Ruby/Red Riding Hood
Mary Margaret Blanchard
Snow White
Ruby Lucas, the Storybrooke identity of Red Riding Hood, goes after Regina to rescue Granny when Granny is taken by the Evil Queen in the flashbacks.
Which episode introduces Belle for the first time?
Desperate Souls
The Thing You Love Most
The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter
Fruit of the Poisonous Tree
Belle appears in Season 1's "The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" as a miller's daughter in the Enchanted Forest who forms a unique bond with Rumplestiltskin.
Where in the Enchanted Forest is the Dark Curse cast?
At the wishing well
At the castle walls
In the royal crypt
In front of the fountain in Snow White's castle grounds
Regina and Rumplestiltskin stand by the fountain outside Snow White's childhood castle when they enact the Dark Curse, transporting everyone to Storybrooke.
Who chose the name "Storybrooke" for the cursed town?
Emma Swan
Mr. Gold
Regina Mills
Snow White
Regina named the town Storybrooke after her library of fairy-tale books, reflecting her desire to rewrite everyone's story under the curse.
Which actor portrays Mr. Gold/Rumplestiltskin?
Robert Carlyle
Alan Dale
Colin O'Donoghue
Josh Dallas
Robert Carlyle delivers a critically acclaimed performance as Mr. Gold/Rumplestiltskin, embodying both the charming pawn-shop owner and the menacing Dark One.
Which actress plays Regina Mills/The Evil Queen?
Ginnifer Goodwin
Jennifer Morrison
Lana Parrilla
Emilie de Ravin
Lana Parrilla portrays Regina Mills and her fairy-tale counterpart, the Evil Queen, earning praise for balancing vulnerability and villainy.
Which actress portrays Emma Swan?
Rebecca Mader
Ginnifer Goodwin
Jennifer Morrison
Emilie de Ravin
Jennifer Morrison stars as Emma Swan, the series' central heroine who evolves from a skeptical outsider to the prophesied Savior.
Which actress plays Mary Margaret Blanchard/Snow White?
Emilie de Ravin
Jaime Murray
Rebecca Mader
Ginnifer Goodwin
Ginnifer Goodwin brings warmth and strength to Mary Margaret Blanchard, revealing the heart and resilience of Snow White in both realms.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Recall Iconic Season 1 Moments -

    Refresh and remember the key events and turning points that define Once Upon a Time Season 1.

  2. Identify Memorable Character Quotes -

    Match famous lines to their speakers and demonstrate your grasp of each character's unique voice.

  3. Analyze Plot Twists and Revelations -

    Break down pivotal story twists to understand their significance within the wider fairy-tale universe.

  4. Discover Hidden Details and Easter Eggs -

    Spot subtle clues and background elements that enrich your Once Upon a Time trivia expertise.

  5. Evaluate Your OUAT Quiz Mastery -

    Assess your performance with quiz scoring to see how you stack up against fellow Storybrooke fans.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Pilot's Parallel Structure -

    The Season 1 premiere mirrors Storybrooke and the Enchanted Forest using split”screen flashbacks, a narrative method highlighted by the ABC Official Episode Guide. Mnemonic "HARP" (Hook, Arrival, Regina's Plot) helps recall the key elements introduced when Emma arrives and meets Henry. This structure sets up the central conflict between free will and fate.

  2. Dual Identities & Memory Triggers -

    Characters like Regina Mills/Evil Queen and Mary Margaret/Snow White maintain hidden dual identities until memory cues - often the Storybook - unlock their true selves (Once Upon a Time Official Companion). Remember "BOOK" as a trigger: Belief Opens One's Knowledge. These flashback”present day parallels foreshadow each hero's journey.

  3. The Price of Magic Formula -

    Rumplestiltskin's mantra "All magic comes with a price" acts like a formula (Magic = Desire + Cost) throughout Season 1, as noted in Fantasy Film Journal. Use the mnemonic "MAP" (Magic = Always Pricey) to recall that every spell demands sacrifice, from hearts to memories. His dagger serves as the variable that controls these transactions.

  4. The True Love Equation -

    Snow White and Prince Charming's relationship follows a simple equation: True Love = Belief + Sacrifice, established in "What Happened to Frederick" (Journal of Fairy Tale Studies). The wishing well scene underscores belief's power, while Charming's willingness to sacrifice his crown cements their bond. This formula reappears whenever "true love's kiss" is invoked.

  5. Easter Eggs & Foreshadowing Clues -

    Season 1 hides details like Henry's book annotations, the license plate reading "WHEN + COMES + TRUE," and Regina's thorns motif - highlighted in Entertainment Weekly's OUAT retrospective. Think "E3F" (Easter Eggs & Foreshadowing) to spot these recurring hints. Spotting them enhances recall of future plot twists.

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