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  • 1. 

    "The Bridges of Madison County" was written by whom?

    • A.

      Rachel Field

    • B.

      Victor Lasky

    • C.

      Zane Grey

    • D.

      Robert J. Waller

    Correct Answer
    D. Robert J. Waller
  • 2. 

    Who wrote the book "Desperation"?

    • A.

      Patrick Dennis

    • B.

      Stephen King

    • C.

      Leon Uris

    • D.

      Thomas B. Costain

    Correct Answer
    B. StepHen King
    Explanation
    Stephen King wrote the book "Desperation."

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  • 3. 

    The book, "Cold Mountain", was authored by whom?

    • A.

      Charles Frazier

    • B.

      Saul Bellow

    • C.

      Thor Heyerdahl

    • D.

      Ernie Pyle

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Frazier
    Explanation
    Charles Frazier is the author of the book "Cold Mountain".

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  • 4. 

    Who wrote the book "Rainbow Six"?

    • A.

      Tom Clancy

    • B.

      Richard Bach

    • C.

      Stephen King

    • D.

      Howard Stern

    Correct Answer
    A. Tom Clancy
    Explanation
    Tom Clancy is the correct answer because he is the author of the book "Rainbow Six". Clancy was a renowned American author known for his military and espionage-themed novels. "Rainbow Six" is one of his popular works, a techno-thriller novel that follows a counter-terrorism unit called Rainbow. Clancy's expertise in military and intelligence matters is reflected in his detailed and realistic storytelling, making him a favorite among fans of the genre.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the author of the book "Bag of Bones?

    • A.

      Don Whitehead

    • B.

      Alice Hegan

    • C.

      Stephen King

    • D.

      Danielle Steel

    Correct Answer
    C. StepHen King
    Explanation
    Stephen King is the correct answer because he is the author of the book "Bag of Bones." Stephen King is a renowned American author known for his works in the horror and suspense genres. He has written numerous bestselling novels, and "Bag of Bones" is one of his notable works. The book was published in 1998 and received critical acclaim for its gripping storytelling and atmospheric setting.

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  • 6. 

    Who wrote the book "A Man in Full"?

    • A.

      Bill Cosby

    • B.

      Norman F. Dacey

    • C.

      Victor Heiser

    • D.

      Tom Wolfe

    Correct Answer
    D. Tom Wolfe
    Explanation
    Tom Wolfe is the correct answer because he is the author of the book "A Man in Full". Bill Cosby, Norman F. Dacey, and Victor Heiser are not associated with this book.

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  • 7. 

    Who wrote the book "The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom"?

    • A.

      Negley Farson

    • B.

      Suze Orman

    • C.

      H. G. Wells

    • D.

      Scott Turow

    Correct Answer
    B. Suze Orman
    Explanation
    Suze Orman wrote the book "The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom".

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  • 8. 

    Who wrote the book "Tuesdays with Morrie"?

    • A.

      Mitch Albom

    • B.

      Sinclair Lewis

    • C.

      Dale Evans Rogers

    • D.

      Edna Ferber

    Correct Answer
    A. Mitch Albom
    Explanation
    Mitch Albom is the correct answer because he is the author of the book "Tuesdays with Morrie". The book is a memoir that tells the story of Albom's relationship with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz, who is dying from ALS. Albom shares the lessons he learned from Morrie during their weekly meetings, providing insights on life, love, and the importance of human connection. Albom's heartfelt storytelling and the profound wisdom imparted by Morrie have made "Tuesdays with Morrie" a beloved and inspirational book.

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  • 9. 

    What best selling book is about four girls who set off on adventures?

    • A.

      The Second Summer Of The Sisterhood

    • B.

      Beach Girls

    • C.

      Lunar Park

    • D.

      Absolute Friends

    Correct Answer
    A. The Second Summer Of The Sisterhood
    Explanation
    "The Second Summer Of The Sisterhood" is the best selling book that is about four girls who set off on adventures. This book follows the story of four friends who find a pair of jeans that magically fits each of them perfectly and decide to share it over the summer. As they wear the pants, they go on separate adventures, but stay connected through the shared experience. The book explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the ups and downs of adolescence.

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  • 10. 

    Which bestseller is about a workaholic attorney who accepts a position as a housekeeper?

    • A.

      Can You Keep A Secret?

    • B.

      Back To The Bedroom

    • C.

      Pirate

    • D.

      The Undomestic Goddess

    Correct Answer
    D. The Undomestic Goddess
    Explanation
    "The Undomestic Goddess" is a bestseller about a workaholic attorney who unexpectedly becomes a housekeeper. The story revolves around Samantha Sweeting, a high-powered lawyer who makes a major mistake at work and ends up fleeing to the countryside. In a case of mistaken identity, she is hired as a housekeeper by a wealthy family, despite having no domestic skills whatsoever. The book explores Samantha's journey as she navigates her new role and learns valuable life lessons about work-life balance, personal fulfillment, and the true meaning of success.

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  • 11. 

    Who is not a playable character in "Mario Golf"?

    • A.

      Toad

    • B.

      Baby Mario

    • C.

      Bowser

    • D.

      Harry

    Correct Answer
    A. Toad
    Explanation
    Toad is not a playable character in "Mario Golf". This is because Toad is usually portrayed as a non-playable character in the Mario series, often serving as a supporting character or providing assistance to the player. While there are various playable characters in "Mario Golf", Toad is not one of them.

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  • 12. 

    Who is the author of the book "Gorky Park"?

    • A.

      Douglas Fairbanks

    • B.

      Martin Cruz Smith

    • C.

      Edgar Hoover

    • D.

      Taylor Caldwell

    Correct Answer
    B. Martin Cruz Smith
    Explanation
    Martin Cruz Smith is the author of the book "Gorky Park". This can be inferred from the question itself, where the author's name is mentioned in the options. The other options, Douglas Fairbanks, Edgar Hoover, and Taylor Caldwell, are not relevant to the question and can be eliminated.

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  • 13. 

    Who wrote the book "Fit for Life"?

    • A.

      Harvey & Marilyn Diamond

    • B.

      Tom Clancy

    • C.

      Ely Culbertson

    • D.

      Rush Limbaugh

    Correct Answer
    A. Harvey & Marilyn Diamond
    Explanation
    The book "Fit for Life" was written by Harvey & Marilyn Diamond.

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  • 14. 

    Who wrote the book "Simple Abundance"?

    • A.

      Walter D. Edmonds

    • B.

      Jacqueline Susann

    • C.

      Sarah Breathnach

    • D.

      John Hersey

    Correct Answer
    C. Sarah Breathnach
    Explanation
    Sarah Breathnach wrote the book "Simple Abundance."

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  • 15. 

    The book, "The Ranch", was authored by whom?

    • A.

      Frances Burnett

    • B.

      May Sinclair

    • C.

      Danielle Steel

    • D.

      Stephen King

    Correct Answer
    C. Danielle Steel
    Explanation
    "The Ranch" is a novel written by Danielle Steel.

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  • 16. 

    How does Billboard calculate their Hot 100 list?

    • A.

      80% Sales 20% Airplay

    • B.

      70% Airplay 30% Sales

    • C.

      70% Sales 30% Airplay

    • D.

      80% Airplay 20% Sales

    Correct Answer
    D. 80% Airplay 20% Sales
    Explanation
    Billboard calculates their Hot 100 list by giving 80% weightage to airplay and 20% weightage to sales. This means that the popularity of a song on radio and other platforms plays a major role in determining its position on the chart, while sales also contribute to its ranking but to a lesser extent.

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  • 17. 

    What three acts had the most top 5, 10 & 20 songs on Billboards Hot 100?

    • A.

      Madonna, Michael Jackson & The Beatles

    • B.

      Elton John, Elvis Presley & The Beatles

    • C.

      Madonna, Elvis Presley & The Beatles

    • D.

      Elton John, Michael Jackson & The Beatles

    Correct Answer
    C. Madonna, Elvis Presley & The Beatles
    Explanation
    Madonna, Elvis Presley, and The Beatles had the most top 5, 10, and 20 songs on Billboards Hot 100. This means that these three acts achieved the highest number of songs that reached the top positions on the chart.

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