1.
Charlize Theron has never won an Oscar.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Charlize Theron has won an Oscar.
2.
In which country was Theron born?
Correct Answer
C. South Africa
Explanation
Charlize Theron was born in South Africa. This is evident from the fact that South Africa is listed as one of the answer choices. Theron is a South African actress and producer, known for her roles in various Hollywood films. She gained international recognition for her performance in the film "Monster," for which she won an Academy Award. Therefore, it is clear that Theron was born in South Africa.
3.
What is Theron's first language?
Correct Answer
C. Afrikaans
Explanation
Theron's first language is Afrikaans.
4.
Theron originally came to the States to train to become a concert pianist.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Theron did not originally come to the States to train to become a concert pianist.
5.
Theron starred opposite Johnny Depp in the sci-fi drama "The ________'s Wife".
Correct Answer
Astronaut
Explanation
Theron starred opposite Johnny Depp in the sci-fi drama "The Astronaut's Wife." This suggests that the correct answer is "Astronaut" because it fits grammatically and makes sense in the context of the sentence. The word "Astronaut" is likely the missing word in the title of the sci-fi drama.
6.
Which film marks the first time Theron worked with director Woody Allen?
Correct Answer
D. Celebrity
7.
Whom did Theron play in the biopic The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her work?
Correct Answer
B. Britt Ekland
Explanation
Charlize Theron played the role of Britt Ekland in the biopic The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination.
8.
In 2004 Theron was nominated for both the Golden Globe and Oscar for her role in what film?
Correct Answer
B. Monster
Explanation
In 2004, Charlize Theron was nominated for both the Golden Globe and Oscar for her role in the film "Monster." This film is based on the true story of Aileen Wuornos, a prostitute turned serial killer. Theron's transformative performance as Wuornos earned her critical acclaim and numerous accolades.
9.
In North Country, Theron played a fictionalized version of the first woman to successfully sue for sexual harassment in the workplace.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because in the movie "North Country," Theron portrayed a character based on Lois Jenson, who was the first woman to win a landmark sexual harassment case against the mining company she worked for. The film is inspired by real events and tells the story of Jenson's courageous fight for justice in the workplace.
10.
Theron spent a decade partnered personally with an actor with whom she also appeared in several films. That actor is:
Correct Answer
B. Stuart Townsend
Explanation
Theron spent a decade partnered personally with Stuart Townsend, with whom she also appeared in several films.
11.
In which film did Theron play a character named Mavis Gary?
Correct Answer
Young Adult
Explanation
In the film "Young Adult," Charlize Theron played a character named Mavis Gary.
12.
Theron is currently stomping through lavish mansions and tossing aside expensive clothes and jewelry as the spokesmodel for which fashion houses?
Correct Answer
A. Dior
Explanation
Theron is currently stomping through lavish mansions and tossing aside expensive clothes and jewelry as the spokesmodel for Dior.
13.
In which of these films does Theron's character kill herself?
Correct Answer
B. The Devil's Advocate
Explanation
In the film "The Devil's Advocate," Theron's character kills herself.
14.
What was the first name of the serial killer that Theron played in Monster?
Correct Answer
C. Aileen
Explanation
In the movie "Monster," Charlize Theron played the role of a serial killer named Aileen. The question is asking for the first name of the character Theron portrayed, and the correct answer is Aileen.
15.
In what film did Theron play opposite Big Love's Bill Paxton?
Correct Answer
B. Mighty Joe Young
Explanation
In the film "Mighty Joe Young," Theron played opposite Bill Paxton.
16.
In what year was Charlize Theron born?
Correct Answer
B. 1975
Explanation
Charlize Theron was born in 1975.
17.
In what direct-to-video movie did Theron make her first film appearance?
Correct Answer
C. Children of the Corn III
Explanation
Theron made her first film appearance in the direct-to-video movie "Children of the Corn III".
18.
Theron's first speaking role was a supporting turn in what dark crime comedy?
Correct Answer
A. Two Days in the Valley
Explanation
Theron's first speaking role was in the dark crime comedy "Two Days in the Valley."
19.
Theron appeared in Season 3 of Arrested Development as a love interest for Michael Bluth with what secret?
Correct Answer
C. She is mentally handicapped
Explanation
In Season 3 of Arrested Development, Theron appears as a love interest for Michael Bluth. The secret she has is that she is mentally handicapped. This revelation adds a layer of complexity to their relationship and introduces a new dynamic to the storyline.
20.
In That Thing You Do!, Theron played Tina, the girlfriend of which band member?
Correct Answer
D. Drummer
Explanation
Charlize Theron played the role of Tina, the girlfriend of the drummer in the band in the movie That Thing You Do! The movie revolves around a fictional 1960s band called "The Wonders" and their rise to fame with their hit song. As the girlfriend of the drummer, Tina's character is involved in the band's journey and the dynamics within the group.