How Much Do You Know About Steven Spielberg? Trivia Question

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Steven Allan Spielberg was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, the U. S, he is an amateur filmmaker as a child. He's the co-founder and principal partner of movie production company DreamWorks Studios. American filmmaker Steven Spielberg is one of the most celebrated figures in Hollywood. How much do you know about Filmmaker Steven Spielberg! Try this quiz to figure out.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    When was Steven born?

    • A.

      January 18, 1946

    • B.

      March 18, 1946

    • C.

      October 18, 1946

    • D.

      December 18, 1946

    Correct Answer
    D. December 18, 1946
  • 2. 

    What age did Steven make his first home movie: train wreck involving his toy Lionel trains?

    • A.

      10

    • B.

      12

    • C.

      15

    • D.

      30

    Correct Answer
    B. 12
    Explanation
    Steven made his first home movie of a train wreck involving his toy Lionel trains when he was 12 years old.

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  • 3. 

    What year did he fulfill the requirement for the photography merit badge by making a nine-minute 8 mm film entitle The Last Gunfight?

    • A.

      1950

    • B.

      1954

    • C.

      1958

    • D.

      1960

    Correct Answer
    C. 1958
    Explanation
    In order to fulfill the requirement for the photography merit badge, he made a nine-minute 8 mm film entitled The Last Gunfight. The question asks for the year in which he fulfilled this requirement. The correct answer is 1958.

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  • 4. 

    What age did Spielberg win a prize for a 40-minute war film he title Escape to Nowhere?

    • A.

      25

    • B.

      18

    • C.

      15

    • D.

      13

    Correct Answer
    D. 13
    Explanation
    At the age of 13, Spielberg won a prize for his 40-minute war film titled "Escape to Nowhere". This suggests that Spielberg showed exceptional talent and skill in filmmaking at a very young age. Winning a prize for his work indicates recognition and validation of his abilities, paving the way for his successful career in the film industry.

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  • 5. 

    How old was Spielberg when wrote and directed his first independent film, a 140-minute science fiction adventure called Firelight?

    • A.

      25

    • B.

      20

    • C.

      16

    • D.

      13

    Correct Answer
    C. 16
    Explanation
    Spielberg was 16 years old when he wrote and directed his first independent film, Firelight. This early achievement showcases his talent and passion for filmmaking at a young age. It is impressive that he was able to create a full-length science fiction adventure film at such a young age, foreshadowing his future success in the industry.

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  • 6. 

    What year did Steven complete his BA degree in Film and Electronic Arts?

    • A.

      2000

    • B.

      2001

    • C.

      2002

    • D.

      2003

    Correct Answer
    C. 2002
    Explanation
    Steven completed his BA degree in Film and Electronic Arts in 2002.

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  • 7. 

    Who is Spielberg married to?

    • A.

      Davina Capshaw

    • B.

      Kate Capshaw

    • C.

      Elena Capshaw 

    • D.

      Kelly Capshaw

    Correct Answer
    B. Kate Capshaw
    Explanation
    Spielberg is married to Kate Capshaw.

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  • 8. 

    What year did Spielberg re-unite with actor Richard Dreyfuss for the romantic comedy-drama Always, about a daredevil pilot who extinguishes forest fires?

    • A.

      1984

    • B.

      1989

    • C.

      1990

    • D.

      1995

    Correct Answer
    B. 1989
    Explanation
    In 1989, Spielberg re-united with actor Richard Dreyfuss for the romantic comedy-drama Always. The film revolves around a daredevil pilot who extinguishes forest fires.

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  • 9. 

    What year did Spielberg direct Hook, about a middle-aged Peter Pan, play by Robin Williams, who returns to Never land?

    • A.

      1980

    • B.

      1991

    • C.

      2005

    • D.

      2015

    Correct Answer
    B. 1991
    Explanation
    Spielberg directed the movie "Hook" in 1991. This film tells the story of a middle-aged Peter Pan, played by Robin Williams, who returns to Neverland.

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  • 10. 

    ​​​​When was it announced that Spielberg would direct the film about the story of U.S?

    • A.

      May 2, 2016

    • B.

      May 2,.2015

    • C.

      May 2, 2014

    • D.

      May 2, 2013

    Correct Answer
    D. May 2, 2013

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