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Clowning is Serious Business Too

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Introduction:
"We've all seen clowns and enjoyed their antics, but how much do you know about their history and code of conduct, among other things? Hopefully you'll learn something new from this quiz."


1. The oldest record of a clown dates back to around 2500 B.C. Which country was he from?
    Egypt
    China
    India
    Japan


2. Yu Sze was a Chinese clown who performed as a court jester. Is he considered to be a national hero in China?
    Yes
    No


3. Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Clowning'?
    Joseph Grimaldi
    William Kemp
    Richard Armin
    Philip Astley


4. How many types of clowns are accepted by major clown organizations in competitions?
    Seven
    Five
    Four
    Two


5. The Whiteface type of clown is usually more formally dressed as compared to the other types, the colours on his costume are less gaudy and mismatched. He also uses white makeup to cover his face. Which of the following is NOT a type of Whiteface clown?
    Japanese Whiteface
    Grotesque Whiteface
    Straight Whiteface
    European Whiteface


6. Which of these clowns was one of the main models for 'Uncle Sam'?
    Johnny Tatum
    Emmett Kelly
    Dan Rice
    George Carl


7. Which of the following is NOT one of the Clown Commandments?
    I will only perform in a circus.
    I will appear in as many clown shows as I possibly can.
    I will learn to apply my makeup in a professional manner.
    I will remove my makeup and change into street clothes as soon as possible after my performance.


8. By what name is a group of clowns performing for a specific circus known as?
    Clown Troupe
    Clown Company
    Clown Band
    Clown Alley


9. What colour face paint is considered unlucky among clowns?
    Blue
    Yellow
    Green
    Pink


10. Which of the following can a clown do while in costume?
    Smoke
    Provide good clean comedic entertainment
    Drink alcohol
    Poke fun at others or cause them embarrassment


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