A Carrey-zy Quiz

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1. Born James Eugene Carrey on January 17, 1962, to Percy and Kathleen Carrey, he was the baby of the family. When he was a child growing up he would long for the holiday season, as this was when family and friends would turn up and he could really seek to garner some attention. Which of the following did Jim do during holiday family get-togethers? Sing in front of everyone in a comedic style. Impressions of television actors and of his grandfather. Lift up his mother's dress. Imitate the local pastor's reading.

2. When Carrey was in ninth grade, his father lost his job. To help out with the finances, Jim worked as a janitor for which company? Atherholt Machine Works Incorporated Titan Wheels Factory Foredom Flexible Shaft Machine Jewels Machine and Tool Company

3. Jim used to enjoy cheering up his mother, who by the time he was thirteen, was bedridden. Much to the dismay of his family, he could often be found prancing around the house in his underwear imitating which insect? Grasshopper Preying Mantis Stick Insect Ladybug

4. In 1979, Carrey moved to Los Angeles. Luck happened to be on his side as, not long after arriving in Los Angeles, he landed a regular appearance at which comedic outlet? One For The Road Mixed Nuts Comedy Club Comedy Store Sapphire Lounge

5. In 1986, while performing, Jim met Michelle Wormer. They were married in 1987 and had one daughter together. At the time of their meeting, what type of job did Michelle hold? Traffic Court Judge Comedienne Waitress Cable repair person

6. In 1986, Carrey auditioned for "Saturday Night Live". After the audition, Jim felt that it would be better for him if he were no longer living. After failing the audition, Carrey decided to jump from the twentieth floor of the television studio. True False

7. In 1987, Carrey decided to change his comic routine from one of impersonations to a more outlandish spectacle. One of the characters that he re-invented was from a previous routine. Which character was it that Carrey re-invented? Worm Man Elephant Boy Stick Insect Charcoal Man

8. In 1989, Carrey had a brief appearance in a film that was directed by Clint Eastwood, in which he portrayed a comedian. What is the name of this film? City Heat Pink Cadillac White Hunter Black Heart The Rookie

9. In 1990, Carrey was approached to appear in a weekly comedy series, which was comprised of skits and an array of characters. What is the name of the program that Carrey appeared in? Celebrity Mole Outback Jack Saturday Night Live In Living Color

10. In 1995, Carrey was offered a contract for a film that would require him to play computer geek, Edward Nygma. The character of Nygma, having many issues...some suicidal, would eventually plot to destroy the world by using a gadget to fry the minds of everyone that had a television set. What is the name of this film? The Cable Guy High Strung Simon Birch Batman Forever