Do You Actually Know Child Stars?

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1. Which child star acted in "Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter" and "Gremlins"?

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Corey Feldman is the correct answer because he is the only child star among the given options who appeared in both "Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter" and "Gremlins." Corey Feldman played the role of Tommy Jarvis in "Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter" and also had a role in "Gremlins." Kirk Cameron, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, and Dustin Diamond did not appear in these movies.

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2. What role did Maureen McCormick play in the TV series "The Brady Bunch" during 1969-1974?

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Maureen McCormick played the role of Marcia Brady in the TV series "The Brady Bunch" during 1969-1974.

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3. What was the nickname of Dustin Diamond's character Samuel Powers in "Saved by the Bell"?

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Dustin Diamond's character in "Saved by the Bell" was nicknamed Screech. This nickname is commonly associated with the character and is well-known among fans of the show. Screech's quirky and eccentric personality is reflected in his nickname, which adds to his comedic appeal on the show.

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4. What character did Barry Williams play in the 1969 sitcom "The Brady Bunch"?

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Barry Williams played the character of Greg Brady in the 1969 sitcom "The Brady Bunch". Greg Brady was the oldest son of the blended Brady family and one of the main characters in the show. He was known for his confident and charismatic personality, often taking on the role of the responsible older brother.

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5. Which former child star served as US Ambassador to Ghana during 1970s?

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Shirley Temple served as the US Ambassador to Ghana during the 1970s. She was a former child star who gained fame for her roles in numerous films during the 1930s. After retiring from acting, Temple became involved in politics and was appointed as an ambassador by President Richard Nixon. She served in Ghana from 1974 to 1976, where she worked on improving relations between the United States and Ghana. Temple's appointment as an ambassador was seen as a significant milestone, as she was one of the first celebrities to transition into a diplomatic role.

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6. For which film did Tatum O'Neal win the Academy Award in 1974 at the age of 10?

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In 1974, Tatum O'Neal won the Academy Award at the age of 10 for her role in the film "Paper Moon". This film, directed by Peter Bogdanovich, is a comedy-drama set in the 1930s and follows the story of a young girl who joins forces with a con artist to scam people. O'Neal's performance in the film was widely acclaimed, earning her the distinction of being the youngest person ever to win an Academy Award in a competitive category. "Little Darlings", "International Velvet", and "The Bad News Bears" are not the correct answers as O'Neal did not win the Academy Award for these films.

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7. Who played the title character in the 1921 film "The Kid"?

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Jackie Coogan played the title character in the 1921 film "The Kid". He was a child actor who gained fame for his role in this film, where he portrayed a young boy who is taken in by Charlie Chaplin's character. Coogan's performance in "The Kid" was highly praised and helped solidify his career in the film industry. Charlie Chaplin, Carl Miller, and Edna Purviance were also involved in the film, but they did not play the title character.

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8. Who started her career at the age of four in the television movie "Invasion of Privacy"?

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Sarah Michelle Gellar started her career at the age of four in the television movie "Invasion of Privacy".

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9. For which film did Anna Paquin win the Oscar in 1994 at the age of 11?

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Anna Paquin won the Oscar in 1994 at the age of 11 for her role in the film "Piano".

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10. Who played Arnold's daughter Dana Tasker in the 1994 movie "True Lies"?

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Eliza Dushku played Arnold's daughter Dana Tasker in the 1994 movie "True Lies".

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11. Who played a young Angelina Jolie in "Gia"?

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Mila Kunis played a young Angelina Jolie in the movie "Gia". "Gia" is a biographical drama film released in 1998, which tells the story of supermodel Gia Carangi. Mila Kunis portrayed the younger version of Angelina Jolie's character, Gia Carangi, in the film.

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12. Who played the role of Amanda in the 1996 movie "Manny & Lo" at the age of 12?

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Scarlett Johansson played the role of Amanda in the 1996 movie "Manny & Lo" at the age of 12.

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Which child star acted in "Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter" and...
What role did Maureen McCormick play in the TV series "The Brady...
What was the nickname of Dustin Diamond's character Samuel Powers in...
What character did Barry Williams play in the 1969 sitcom "The Brady...
Which former child star served as US Ambassador to Ghana during 1970s?
For which film did Tatum O'Neal win the Academy Award in 1974 at the...
Who played the title character in the 1921 film "The Kid"?
Who started her career at the age of four in the television movie...
For which film did Anna Paquin win the Oscar in 1994 at the age of 11?
Who played Arnold's daughter Dana Tasker in the 1994 movie "True...
Who played a young Angelina Jolie in "Gia"?
Who played the role of Amanda in the 1996 movie "Manny & Lo" at the...
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