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Hilary Swank Trivia Quiz

This is a quiz about the life and career of Hilary Swank. I saw no quizzes about her and thought it was time to change this fact. Hope you enjoy it.

A multiple-choice quiz by papasmurf13. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
papasmurf13

Time
4 mins

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Multiple Choice

Quiz #
309,627

Updated
Dec 03 21

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. When was Hilary Swank born? Hint

30th June 1968

30th July 1974

30th June 1969

31st July 1977

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which movie provided one of Hilary's first big breaks in 1994? Hint

Another Karate Kid

Karate

Karate Girl

The Next Karate Kid

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Question 3 of 10

3. Hilary played a part in which of these television shows from 1997 and 1998? Hint

Only Fools and Horses

Beverly Hills 90210

Stargate S.G.1

Alias

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who did Hilary marry in 1997? Hint

Johnny Depp

Chad Lowe

Aaron Eckhart

Topher Grace

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Question 5 of 10

5. In what year did Hilary win her first Oscar? Hint

1993

2002

1996

1999

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of the following co-starred with Hilary in "Insomnia" (2002)?
Al Pacino and Robin Williams Hint

Robin Williams

Neither

Both

Al Pacino

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who co-starred with Hilary as Dr. Josh Keyes in "The Core" (2003)? Hint

Michael Caine

Heath Ledger

Christian Bale

Aaron Eckhart

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Question 8 of 10

8. Hilary won her second Oscar for her role in which 2004 movie?

Answer: (Three Words .. expensive child?)

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Question 9 of 10

9. The 2007 film "Freedom Writers" starred Hilary as which real life person? Hint

Erin Francis

Helen Gruwell

Helen Francis

Erin Gruwell

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who wrote the book on which "P.S. I love You" (2007) was based? Hint

Maeve Binchy

Amy Elliott

Roddy Doyle

Cecilia Ahern

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. When was Hilary Swank born?

Answer: 30th July 1974

Hilary was born in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1974. Her parents were Judy and Stephen and she has a brother named Dan. She was mainly brought up as a child in a trailer park and used books and movies as a form of escapism.

2. Which movie provided one of Hilary's first big breaks in 1994?

Answer: The Next Karate Kid

This was the fourth movie in "The Karate Kid" series. It was set in Boston and directed by Christopher Cain. The movie also featured Pat Morita in the famous Mr. Miyagi role.

3. Hilary played a part in which of these television shows from 1997 and 1998?

Answer: Beverly Hills 90210

Hilary starred in 16 episodes of the show in 1997 and 1998. She played single mother, Carly Reynolds, on the show. Her son's name was Zach. Hilary was gutted when she was let go from "Beverly Hills 90210" in 1998.

4. Who did Hilary marry in 1997?

Answer: Chad Lowe

Hilary met Chad on the set of "Quiet Days in Hollywood" (1992). They were married in September 1997 and separated in January 2006. They announced that they were getting divorced in May 2006.

5. In what year did Hilary win her first Oscar?

Answer: 1999

Hilary won the Oscar for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in 1999 for her portrayal of Brandon Teena in the movie, "Boys Don't Cry" (1999). The movie was based on real life events of a boy with female genetalia.

6. Which of the following co-starred with Hilary in "Insomnia" (2002)? Al Pacino and Robin Williams

Answer: Both

Robin Williams played the part of Walter Finch and Al Pacino played the part of Will Dormer in the movie. Hilary played the part of Ellie Burr in this thriller. The movie also featured Mara Tierney and was directed by Christopher Nolan.

7. Who co-starred with Hilary as Dr. Josh Keyes in "The Core" (2003)?

Answer: Aaron Eckhart

Hilary played the part of Major Rebecca Childs in "The Core" (2003). Aaron Eckhart has had key acting roles, notably Julia Robert's love interest George in "Erin Brockovich" (2000) and as Harvey Dent and Two-Face in "The Dark Knight" (2008). Michael Caine, Christian Bale and Heath Ledger all also starred in "The Dark Knight".

8. Hilary won her second Oscar for her role in which 2004 movie?

Answer: Million Dollar Baby

Hilary played the part of Maggie Fitzgerald in "Million Dollar Baby" (2004). Clint Eastwood (who directed the movie) and Morgan Freeman also starred in the movie. It was the first time that a woman won an Oscar playing a boxer.

9. The 2007 film "Freedom Writers" starred Hilary as which real life person?

Answer: Erin Gruwell

The film is based on real events as Erin Gruwell encouraged her students to write on various issues. The movie was directed by Richard La Gravenese. Scott Glenn, Patrick Dempsey andImelda Staunton are amongst Hilary's co-stars in the movie.

10. Who wrote the book on which "P.S. I love You" (2007) was based?

Answer: Cecilia Ahern

"P.S. I Love You" (2007) starred Hilary and Gerard Butler as Holly and Gerry. Cecilia Ahern is the daughter of former Taoiseach or Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland. Cecilia has also written and produced on the television show "Samantha Who?".

Source: Author papasmurf13

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