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Famous Missourians

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Fun Trivia : Quizzes : USA Celebs : Famous Missourians

Introduction:
"This quiz pertains to questions about famous people that are originally from my home state, Missouri. Even if you're not from Missouri, I'm sure you'll do fine! Enjoy!"


1. I was once portrayed by Lynn Whitfield in a movie about my life. Although I was born in St. Louis, Missouri, I died in Paris, France. Who am I?
    Butterfly McQueen
    Etta Moten
    Josephine Baker
    Ethel Waters


2. I am one of the horror industries greatest actors. I was born in the year 1911 and have had an extensive career in film, theatre and I even have a collection of books related to fine cuisine. Who am I?
    Lon Chaney
    Bela Lugosi
    Vincent Price
    Boris Karloff


3. I was born on March 3, 1911 in Kansas City, Missouri. I had numerous roles in 1929 and worked with Laurel and Hardy, John Barrymore, Clark Gable and Spencer Tracy. I also hold the title for being the first film actress to appear on the cover of "Life" magazine. What is my name?
    Jean Harlow
    Katharine Hepburn
    Lauren Bacall
    Barbara Stanwyck


4. I was born in Florida...Missouri, that is. I wrote books from 1874 until 1891. My most popular? My stories of a young lad on the Mississippi. Who am I?
    Robert Browning
    Charles Lamb
    Mark Twain
    John Milton


5. Yabba-Dabba-Do! I'm from St. Louis too! Who am I?
    John Goodman
    Jeff Bergman
    Alan Reed
    Henry Corden


6. I was part of a dance duo back in the 1930s. I am originally from Independence, Missouri. Who am I?
    Betty Buckley
    Jane Russell
    Marlene Dietrich
    Ginger Rogers


7. I was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1928. Some of my works include, "The Heart of a Woman", "Phenomenal Woman" and "Still I Rise". Who am I?
    Answer: (First and last name or just the last name)


8. I was born in Hamilton, Missouri and am the founder of one of the largest department store chains in America. Who am I?
    R.W. Sears (Sears)
    William T. Dillard (Dillards)
    J.C. Penney (JC Penneys)
    Sam Walton (Wal-Mart)


9. The poet, T.S. Eliot was a native of St. Louis, Missouri.
    True
    False


10. I am best known for the photo in which I am dressed in a swimsuit, with my back to the camera, hands on my hips and glancing seductively over my right shoulder. Who am I?
    Rita Hayworth
    Betty Grable
    Vivien Leigh
    Ava Gardner


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