People Quiz #318
Famous People Quiz for 17 February 2015
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Q1.
Which of these most distinguishes Richard Nixon from other US Presidents?
A
He is the only President whose name begins with an "R"
B
He took office, as Vice-President on the death of the incumbent
C
He was brought up in the Quaker faith
D
He resigned from office
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Q2.
Which film actress was born in Germany in 1904, went to America after appearing in the film "Blue Angel", and became an American citizen in 1937?
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3
Q3.
Which Austrian, a pioneer in psycho-analysis, died in London in 1939, a refugee from Nazi persecution?
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4
Q4.
The 1987 record "La Bamba" was by which artist?
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Q5.
Since the 1500s the post of Poet Laureate of Britain has been traditionally held for life, until 1999 when the appointment was made for a fixed term of 10 years. Who is the only Poet Laureate to have been removed from the position?
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Q6.
Who was the London-based Jewish music impresario who managed Gene Vincent, Small Faces, Electric Light Orchestra and Black Sabbath?
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Q7.
Which Norwegian playwright wrote "Hedda Gabler", "The Master Builder" and "Peer Gynt"?
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