How Well Do You Know Sam Shepard?
Professionally known as Sam Shepard, this American entertainer is a playwright, screenwriter and author. . . And in addition, he also acts and directs body of works.
- 1.
In which year was he born?
- A.
1943
- B.
1944
- C.
1945
- D.
1946
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A. 1943Explanation
The correct answer is 1943.Rate this question:
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- 2.
He received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1979 for which play?
- A.
Lost Child
- B.
Lost One
- C.
Buried Child
- D.
Buried One
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C. Buried ChildExplanation
The correct answer is "Buried Child." The recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1979 was awarded for their play titled "Buried Child."Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which character did he portray in ‘The Right Stuff’?
- A.
Chuck Norris
- B.
Chuck Office
- C.
Chuck Yeager
- D.
Chuck Mega
Correct Answer
C. Chuck YeagerExplanation
In the movie 'The Right Stuff', the character portrayed by the actor was Chuck Yeager.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In which American state was he born?
- A.
Illinois
- B.
Chicago
- C.
Massachusetts
- D.
Indianapolis
Correct Answer
A. IllinoisExplanation
The correct answer is Illinois because it is the only American state listed among the options.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of these is Shepard’s science-fiction play?
- A.
The Unheard Voice
- B.
The unseen Hand
- C.
The Tour
- D.
The Man
Correct Answer
B. The unseen HandExplanation
"The unseen Hand" is Shepard's science-fiction play because it is the only option among the given choices that falls under the genre of science fiction. The other options do not indicate any connection to science fiction themes or elements. Shepard is known for his exploration of unconventional and experimental themes in his plays, and "The unseen Hand" aligns with this style by incorporating science fiction elements into its narrative.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following is not one of his works?
- A.
True West
- B.
The Jurist
- C.
Fool for Love
- D.
A Lie of the Mind
Correct Answer
B. The JuristExplanation
The Jurist is not one of the works of the person in question. The other options, True West, Fool for Love, and A Lie of the Mind, are all known works of this individual.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of these theatres did he work with?
- A.
Genesis Theatre
- B.
Midtown Theatre
- C.
Magic Theatre
- D.
Asgard Theatre
Correct Answer
C. Magic TheatreExplanation
The person in question worked with the Magic Theatre.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When did he begin his acting career?
- A.
1978
- B.
1979
- C.
1980
- D.
1981
Correct Answer
A. 1978Explanation
The correct answer is 1978. This implies that the person in question began their acting career in the year 1978.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which was his first movie?
- A.
The Finale
- B.
Last Days on Earth
- C.
Days of Heaven
- D.
Hotel Disaster
Correct Answer
C. Days of HeavenExplanation
The correct answer is "Days of Heaven." This implies that the movie "Days of Heaven" was the first movie of the person being referred to.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In which year did he die?
- A.
2014
- B.
2015
- C.
2016
- D.
2017
Correct Answer
D. 2017Explanation
The person in question died in the year 2017.Rate this question:
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