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Thora Hird, a British Institution

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Introduction:
"Thora Hird was one of Britain's best loved actresses. Mainly remembered for comedy she could also play serious roles. This quiz will explore both her life and her career."


1. Thora Hird was born in Morecombe, Lancashire, on May 28, 1911. At what age did she make her first stage appearance?
    Three years
    Two months
    One year
    Six months


2. Although Thora Hird started her career on the stage in Repertory Theatre, she is mainly remembered for her television comedy roles. Which of the listed shows did she not appear in?
    Nearest and Dearest
    In Loving Memory
    Meet the Wife
    Hallelujah


3. Throughout her life Thora Hird was a committed Christian. Which Sunday evening television show did she host on a regular basis?
    Songs of Praise
    Praise Be!
    Heart and Soul
    Sunday Halfhour


4. Thora Hird made her film debut in 1942 in a movie called 'The Black Sheep of Whitehall'. This came about because she was seen on stage by a well established actor at the time. Who 'discovered' Thora?
    Kenneth Moore
    Will Hay
    George Formby
    John Mills


5. As a very young girl Thora Hird started to make the occasional appearance on stage. When she left school though, she had to get a 'proper job'. Where did she work?
    Accountants office
    A cotton mill
    Solicitors office
    Local shop


6. During her career Thora Hird received three BAFTA's, (British Academy for Film and Television Arts). Two of these were for the same series. Can you name it?
    Last of the Summer Wine
    Flesh and Blood
    The First Lady
    Talking Heads


7. In 1979 Thora Hird took on a role in a television comedy about a wife inheriting her recently deceased husband's business. The show ran for five series. Can you recall what it was called?
    Ours Is A Nice House
    In Loving Memory
    The First Lady
    The Boys and Mrs B


8. In 1966 Thora Hird was offered her first serious television role in a BBC production of 'Romeo and Juliet'. Which part did she play?
    Rosaline
    Lady Montague
    Lady Capulet
    Nurse


9. We cannot mention Thora Hird without bringing up 'Last Of The Summer Wine'. In 1985 a new character was being introduced during the Christmas special. Thora was offered the part of this new characters relative. What relation was she?
    Mother
    Aunt
    Wife
    Sister


10. Despite being a committed, Christian Thora Hird took on a role in 1983, that looked at the comedic side of a religious organisation. It was an organisation which was close to her heart. Which one was it?
    The Salvation Army
    The Boys Brigade
    The Church Army
    National Prayer Network


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