Walter Dean Myers Quiz
Walter Dean Myers was an American writer of children’s books and young adult literature, famous for such releases as Fallen Angels. He died in 2014, but his work is still admired today. What do you know about the man?
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When was Walter Dean Myers born? and where?
- A.
August,12, 1937, in Martinsburg West Virginia
- B.
July,26, 1982, in Detriot Michigan
- C.
January,,15, in San Francisco,CA
Correct Answer
A. August,12, 1937, in Martinsburg West VirginiaExplanation
Walter Dean Myers was born on August 12, 1937, in Martinsburg, West Virginia.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where did he get his middle name?
- A.
Uncle Jim
- B.
Biological Father
- C.
Folster Dad
Correct Answer
C. Folster DadExplanation
The correct answer is Folster Dad. This suggests that he got his middle name from his adoptive father, who is referred to as the "Folster Dad". This implies that he was either adopted or had a stepfather who gave him his middle name.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What age did he join the army?
- A.
The age 17
- B.
The age 37
- C.
The age 13
Correct Answer
A. The age 17Explanation
The correct answer is "The age 17" because it indicates the specific age at which he joined the army.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was his brother name?
- A.
Austin
- B.
Mickey
- C.
Terry
Correct Answer
B. MickeyExplanation
The given correct answer for the question "What was his brother's name?" is Mickey.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where did he and his brother grow up together?
- A.
Mississippi
- B.
Florida
- C.
Harlem
Correct Answer
C. HarlemExplanation
The correct answer is Harlem. This is the place where he and his brother grew up together.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was his Folster mother name?
- A.
Britney
- B.
Florence
- C.
Cynthia
Correct Answer
B. FlorenceExplanation
The correct answer is Florence.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was his Folster Dad name?
- A.
Herbert Dean
- B.
Raymond Dean
- C.
Walter Herbert
Correct Answer
A. Herbert DeanExplanation
The correct answer is Herbert Dean.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How old is Walter Dean Myers?
- A.
53 years old
- B.
94 years old
- C.
72 years old
Correct Answer
C. 72 years oldExplanation
Walter Dean Myers is 72 years old.Rate this question:
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