The 'They Would Only Get Four Free Tests' meme emerged in early 2022 following the U.S. government's announcement that every household could order exactly four free COVID-19 at-home tests via a new website. The phrase quickly became a versatile punchline used to highlight the absurdity of applying such a specific, limited quota to historical groups, large families, or famous fictional teams. Popular iterations often feature large groups—such as the disciples at the Last Supper or the cast of 'Ocean's Eleven'—noting that despite their numbers, they would still only receive a single shipment of four tests. It serves as a satirical commentary on government bureaucracy and the perceived inadequacy of public resource distribution during the pandemic.