How Well Do You Know Robin Williams?

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How Well Do You Know Robin Williams? - Quiz

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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What year was he born?

    • A.

      1947

    • B.

      1951

    • C.

      1955

    Correct Answer
    B. 1951
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1951 because it is the only option given that matches the question asking for the year he was born.

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  • 2. 

    What role did he first gain fame for?

    • A.

      Mork

    • B.

      Popeye

    • C.

      Jack Dundee

    Correct Answer
    A. Mork
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Mork. This is because the question is asking about the role for which he first gained fame, and Mork was the character that Robin Williams portrayed in the TV show "Mork & Mindy". This role catapulted Williams to fame and became one of his most iconic characters.

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  • 3. 

    What exclusive school did he study at?

    • A.

      Oxford

    • B.

      Yale

    • C.

      Julliard

    Correct Answer
    C. Julliard
    Explanation
    He studied at Julliard, which is an exclusive school known for its prestigious performing arts programs. This implies that the person being referred to has a background in performing arts and received education and training at Julliard.

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  • 4. 

    Which film did he win his first Oscar for?

    • A.

      Dead Poets' Society

    • B.

      Good Will Hunting

    • C.

      Good Morning, Vietnam

    Correct Answer
    B. Good Will Hunting
    Explanation
    The film Good Will Hunting is the correct answer because it was the film in which he won his first Oscar.

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  • 5. 

    Which animated film did he have a key role in?

    • A.

      Aladdin

    • B.

      Mulan

    • C.

      Lilo & Stitch

    Correct Answer
    A. Aladdin
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Aladdin. In this animated film, the person in question had a key role.

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  • 6. 

    Where did he begin his career?

    • A.

      Television

    • B.

      Film

    • C.

      Stand-up comedy

    Correct Answer
    C. Stand-up comedy
    Explanation
    The correct answer is stand-up comedy because it is mentioned in the options that the person began his career in stand-up comedy.

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  • 7. 

    Which sport was he a huge fan of?

    • A.

      Swimming

    • B.

      Cycling

    • C.

      Track

    Correct Answer
    B. Cycling
    Explanation
    The person in question is described as a "huge fan" of a particular sport. Among the options given, the correct answer is "Cycling". This implies that the person had a strong interest and enthusiasm for cycling as a sport.

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  • 8. 

    What disease was he suffering from at the time of his death?

    • A.

      Parkinson's disease

    • B.

      Bipolar disorder

    • C.

      Huntington's disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Parkinson's disease
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Parkinson's disease. This neurodegenerative disorder affects the nervous system and causes a variety of symptoms, including tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with movement and coordination. It is a progressive disease, meaning that symptoms worsen over time. In advanced stages, Parkinson's disease can also lead to cognitive and behavioral changes. The question is asking about the disease the person was suffering from at the time of their death, and Parkinson's disease is the most fitting answer based on the given options.

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