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The Amazing Hedy Lamarr

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Introduction:
"Hedy Lamarr was so much more than just a gorgeous actress. See how much you know about her. Please remember to rate this quiz. Thanks!"


1. Where was Hedy born?
    Austria
    Switzerland
    Germany
    Poland


2. What was Hedy named at birth?
    Hedwig Eva Maria Lamarr
    Hedy Eva Maria Lamarr
    Hedy Eva Maria Kiesler
    Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler


3. In 1933, Hedy starred in a film that was banned in many countries. What feature of the film caused such a reaction?
    Scenes containing "perverted and depraved" acts
    Vulgar language
    Unbashed support of Nazism
    Full frontal nudity


4. In which blockbuster did Hedy turn down the role of leading lady?
    "Jezebel" (1938)
    "Samson and Delilah" (1949)
    "Casablanca" (1942)
    "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" (1953)


5. While married to her first husband, Fritz Mandl, Hedy was at the center of European high society and entertained the likes of Adolph Hitler and Benito Mussolini. What was so unusual about her relationship with these two despots?
    She headed a plot to assasinate them.
    She was having an affair with each of them.
    She and her husband were Jews.
    She was related to each of them by marriage.


6. Hedy obtained a patent for what invention in 1942?
    The ten-position ring counters used in the ENIAC computer
    The anamorphic widescreen cinematic lense
    The cruise control for automobiles
    The Secret Communication System


7. What was the title of Hedy's biography?
    It's Hedy, Not Hedly!
    Ecstasy and Me
    Any Girl Can Be Glamorous. All You Have To Do Is Stand Still And Look Stupid.
    Dishonored Lady


8. How many times was Hedy married?
    Six
    Three
    One
    Seven


9. Like many celebrities, Hedy helped raise money by selling War Bonds during WWII, which she was quite good at. What amazing amount did she raise at a single appearance?
    $1 million
    $5 million
    $3 million
    $7 million


10. Hedy was never honored with a star on the Hollwood Walk of Fame.
    True
    False


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