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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    When was 'Eastenders' first transmitted?

    • A.

      19 Feb 1985

    • B.

      26 Feb 1985

    • C.

      17 March 1985

    • D.

      12 April 1985

    Correct Answer
    A. 19 Feb 1985
    Explanation
    'Eastenders' was first transmitted on 19 Feb 1985.

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  • 2. 

    Which famous film director originally thought of becoming a priest?

    • A.

      Martin Scorsese

    • B.

      Francis Ford Coppola

    • C.

      Terence Mallick

    • D.

      John Boorman

    Correct Answer
    A. Martin Scorsese
    Explanation
    Martin Scorsese originally thought of becoming a priest. This information suggests that Scorsese had a strong religious inclination or interest in his early life, which influenced his career choices. It is possible that his religious background and upbringing may have had an impact on the themes and motifs present in his films, such as guilt, redemption, and spiritual struggles.

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  • 3. 

    How many James Bond movies have there been to date, (2010)?

    • A.

      20

    • B.

      21

    • C.

      22

    • D.

      23

    Correct Answer
    C. 22
    Explanation
    As of 2010, there have been a total of 22 James Bond movies released.

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  • 4. 

    Quentin Tarantino's production company, Bande a part, is named after a film by which famous European director?

    • A.

      Federico Fellini

    • B.

      Louis Malle

    • C.

      Jean Renoir

    • D.

      Jean Luc Godard

    Correct Answer
    D. Jean Luc Godard
    Explanation
    Quentin Tarantino's production company, Bande a part, is named after a film by Jean Luc Godard. Jean Luc Godard is a famous European director known for his innovative filmmaking techniques and his contributions to the French New Wave movement. Bande a part, released in 1964, is one of Godard's most influential films and is often cited as a prime example of his unique style. Tarantino, being a fan of Godard's work, chose to name his production company after this film as a tribute to the director's impact on the world of cinema.

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  • 5. 

    In 2008 Entertainment Weekly ranked which tv show the best of the previous 25 years?

    • A.

      The Sopranos

    • B.

      The X-files

    • C.

      The Simpsons

    • D.

      Seinfeld

    Correct Answer
    C. The Simpsons
    Explanation
    In 2008, Entertainment Weekly ranked The Simpsons as the best TV show of the previous 25 years. This animated sitcom has been on the air since 1989 and has become a cultural phenomenon. With its clever writing, memorable characters, and satirical take on American society, The Simpsons has garnered critical acclaim and a massive fanbase. Its longevity and impact on popular culture make it a deserving choice for the top spot in Entertainment Weekly's ranking.

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  • 6. 

    Which famous London theatre was originally known as 'The Royal Victoria Hall and Coffee Tavern'?

    • A.

      The Haymarket

    • B.

      The Roundhouse

    • C.

      The Young Vic

    • D.

      The Old Vic

    Correct Answer
    D. The Old Vic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Old Vic. The Old Vic theatre in London was originally known as 'The Royal Victoria Hall and Coffee Tavern'. It was built in 1818 and has since become one of the most famous and respected theatres in the city. The name was later changed to The Old Vic in 1833.

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  • 7. 

    It's sometimes said that Shakespeare based the character of Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet on a fellow playwright. Who was he?

    • A.

      Ben Jonson

    • B.

      Christopher Marlowe

    • C.

      Francis Beaumont

    • D.

      Thomas Dekker

    Correct Answer
    B. ChristopHer Marlowe
    Explanation
    Shakespeare based the character of Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet on Christopher Marlowe. Marlowe was a renowned playwright and poet during the Elizabethan era, known for his influential works such as "Doctor Faustus" and "Tamburlaine the Great". Marlowe's witty and bold personality, as well as his mastery of language, likely served as inspiration for the vibrant and quick-witted character of Mercutio in Shakespeare's play.

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  • 8. 

    Who said, "I sometimes think that theatre is a torture"?

    • A.

      Judi Dench

    • B.

      Juliet Stephenson

    • C.

      Maggie Smith

    • D.

      Helen Mirren

    Correct Answer
    B. Juliet StepHenson
    Explanation
    Juliet Stephenson said, "I sometimes think that theatre is a torture."

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  • 9. 

    Which is the oldest UK drama school?

    • A.

      RADA

    • B.

      Guildhall

    • C.

      Central School of Speech and Drama

    • D.

      LAMDA

    Correct Answer
    D. LAMDA
    Explanation
    LAMDA, which stands for the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, is considered the oldest UK drama school. It was founded in 1861, making it the oldest continuously operating drama school in the country. RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art), Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and Central School of Speech and Drama are also prestigious drama schools in the UK, but they were established after LAMDA.

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  • 10. 

    The first movie studio in Hollywood was established in what year?

    • A.

      1906

    • B.

      1910

    • C.

      1911

    • D.

      1923

    Correct Answer
    C. 1911
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1911. This was the year when the first movie studio was established in Hollywood. This marked the beginning of the film industry in Hollywood, which eventually grew to become the center of the American film industry.

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