Trivia Quiz On Amazing Actor: Denzel Washington

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Trivia Quiz On Amazing Actor: Denzel Washington - Quiz

Denzel Hayes Washington is an African-American actor, director, and producer. He was born in Mount Veron, New York U. S. On December 28, 1954. Denzel is married to Pauletta Pearson, and the couple is blessed with four children. Denzel played key characters in movies such as Malcolm X, Training Day, The Titans, etc. Feel you know all about Denzel? Take the trivia quiz to test this.

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1.

How old was Denzel when he met his wife?
- A.
  
  21
- B.
  
  23
- C.
  
  25
- D.
  
  27
Correct Answer
B. 23

Explanation
Denzel was 23 years old when he met his wife.

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2.

What movie is credited as Denzel's feature film debut?
- A.
  
  Carbon copy
- B.
  
  Power
- C.
  
  Cry freedom
- D.
  
  Glory
Correct Answer
A. Carbon copy

Explanation
Denzel Washington's feature film debut is credited to the movie "Carbon Copy."

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3.

Denzel has a B.A. degree in which course?
- A.
  
  Biology
- B.
  
  Geography
- C.
  
  Journalism
- D.
  
  Engineering
Correct Answer
C. Journalism

Explanation
Denzel has a B.A. degree in Journalism.

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4.

Denzel named his son in honor of which of these movies?
- A.
  
  Malcolm x
- B.
  
  Power
- C.
  
  Carbon copy
- D.
  
  Training day
Correct Answer
A. Malcolm x

Explanation
Denzel named his son in honor of the movie "Malcolm X."

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5.

Denzel won his first Oscars in what year?
- A.
  
  1985
- B.
  
  1989
- C.
  
  1990
- D.
  
  2001
Correct Answer
C. 1990

Explanation
In 1990, Denzel Washington won his first Oscars.

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6.

How many Golden Globe awards does Denzel have under his belt?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
C. 3

Explanation
Denzel Washington has won three Golden Globe awards.

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7.

How old was Denzel when he made his film debut?
- A.
  
  21
- B.
  
  23
- C.
  
  25
- D.
  
  27
Correct Answer
D. 27

Explanation
Denzel made his film debut at the age of 27.

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8.

For which movie did Denzel win both an Academy and Golden Globe award?
- A.
  
  Cry Freedom
- B.
  
  Glory
- C.
  
  Malcolm x
- D.
  
  Flight
Correct Answer
B. Glory

Explanation
Denzel Washington won both an Academy and Golden Globe award for the movie "Glory". This film, released in 1989, is a historical war drama that tells the story of the first all-black volunteer company in the American Civil War. Denzel Washington's powerful performance as Private Silas Trip earned him critical acclaim and recognition from both prestigious award ceremonies.

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9.

What year did People Magazine select Denzel as the sexiest man alive?
- A.
  
  1985
- B.
  
  1992
- C.
  
  1996
- D.
  
  1999
Correct Answer
C. 1996

Explanation
In 1996, People Magazine selected Denzel Washington as the sexiest man alive.

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10.

How many of Denzel's missed movie roles have gone to Wesley Snipes?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
A. 1