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One in the Hand, Two in the Buscemi Quiz

This quiz is about the multi-talented actor and director Steve Buscemi. The images may be hints or just decorative. Good luck!

A photo quiz by PootyPootwell. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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PootyPootwell

Time
4 mins

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Photo Quiz

Quiz #
394,657

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. Steve Buscemi was born in 1957 in a city that is the setting for several of his projects, including "Parting Glances" (1986), "The Search for One-eye Jimmy" (1994), and "Big Daddy" (1999). They say if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere. What city is Buscemi's hometown? Hint

New York

Paw Paw, Michigan

Baltimore

Las Vegas

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Question 2 of 10

2. Before he became an actor, Steve served as a particular type of civil servant for four years. What type of job was this? Hint

Firefighter

Librarian

Postal carrier

Traffic cop

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Question 3 of 10

3. "Miller's Crossing" (1990) was Buscemi's first collaboration with a noted team of producers. Who produced this film, as well as "Barton Fink" a year later? Hint

Joel and Ethan Coen

Mark and Jay Duplass

The Wachowskis

Jodie and John Foster

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Question 4 of 10

4. Perhaps Buscemi's breakout role was as a character in the thrilling, violent Quentin Tarantino film "Reservoir Dogs", in which most of the characters use nicknames to hide their identities. What role did Buscemi play, one his character complained about? Hint

Mr. Orange

Mr. Brown

Mr. Pink

Mr. White

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Question 5 of 10

5. While appearing in "The Sopranos" as Tony Soprano's beloved, tragic cousin, Steve Buscemi was offered the chance to contribute in a different way to the show's "Pine Barrens" episode. What additional role did Buscemi play in this famed episode? Hint

Director

Stunt double

Hunting consultant

Boom operator

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Question 6 of 10

6. In 2001, Buscemi traveled to North Carolina for a role, and, during some time off, he was hospitalized. What was he hospitalized for? Hint

Dehydration and mental exhaustion

Small stroke

Stab wounds from trying to break up a bar fight

Two broken bones

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Question 7 of 10

7. Working again with Quentin Tarantino, Buscemi had a cameo "Pulp Fiction". What was this role? Hint

A drug dealer who helped revive Mia Wallace

The boxer's assistant

A shooting victim

A waiter who looked like Buddy Holly

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Question 8 of 10

8. In 1996, Buscemi created his labor of love, a movie with an ensemble cast that takes place largely in a bar. What was the name of this film? Hint

10 Things I Hate About You

Trees Lounge

Interview

Lonesome Jim

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Question 9 of 10

9. Steve Buscemi admits he has a unique look. He's quoted as saying that professionals have offered to give him cosmetic procedures, but his response is that he needs his particular image to get the parts he gets. Specifically, he said: "You know, I won't work again if you fix my ______.'" What word goes in the blank? Hint

Baldness

Jowls

Teeth

Pectorals

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Question 10 of 10

10. Steve Buscemi was praised for a specific heroic act in 2001. What did he do? Hint

Saved a child from a dangerous undertow in Malibu

Used his helicopter to rescue lost scouts

Helped firefighters dig through rubble at the World Trade Center

Stayed with a hit-and-run victim and paid her hospital bills

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: New York

Steve Buscemi was born in Brooklyn, New York to working-class parents, though the family later moved to Valley Stream in Nassau County. He graduated from Valley Stream Central High School; actor Fred Armisen and TV executive Les Moonves also graduated from Valley Stream Central, though neither of them overlapped with Steve.

This image is from old New York.

2. Before he became an actor, Steve served as a particular type of civil servant for four years. What type of job was this?

Answer: Firefighter

Steve took a civil servant exam to become a firefighter when he was 18, and a few years later, he joined FDNY's Engine Co. 55 in Manhattan's Little Italy district. Buscemi has indicated he cared deeply for his fellow firefighters and the job, but he felt a greater passion for acting. In 2014, he produced and starred in HBO's documentary, "Good Job: Stories of the FDNY".

This image is an obscure clue. Saint Florian is the patron saint of firefighters. Also chimney sweeps and soap makers.

3. "Miller's Crossing" (1990) was Buscemi's first collaboration with a noted team of producers. Who produced this film, as well as "Barton Fink" a year later?

Answer: Joel and Ethan Coen

"Miller's Crossing" is a neo-thriller created by the Coen brothers. The story generally follows Tom Reagan, played by Gabriel Byrne, a mobster's right-hand man. Buscemi plays the lover of two different characters. He went on to appear in several Coen brother productions.

This image of an ice cream cone connotes the name Coen.

Answer: Mr. Pink

Mr. Pink was not pleased to be given the name Mr. Pink. But the head gangster said that if he allowed everyone to choose his own name, everyone would want Mr. Black. Therefore Mr. Pink was stuck with Mr. Pink. In 1992, he was granted the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male.

This image shows a pink sky: "Pink sky at night, sailor's delight. Pink sky in the morning, sailors take warning."

Answer: Director

Buscemi directed "Pine Barrens" in 2001, and then returned later to direct "Everybody Hurts", "In Camelot", and "Mr. & Mrs. John Sacrimoni Request". Each of these episodes was nominated for major awards, and Buscemi received a Directors Guild of America Award nomination for "Pine Barrens". Buscemi had previously directed a handful of television episodes and a movie of his own, but has indicated in interviews that his directing work for "The Sopranos" was a turning point and he was offered more directing roles thereafter.

This image is of a compass, which provides direction.

6. In 2001, Buscemi traveled to North Carolina for a role, and, during some time off, he was hospitalized. What was he hospitalized for?

Answer: Stab wounds from trying to break up a bar fight

The movie "Domestic Disturbance" was filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina in 2001. One night, Buscemi went to a local bar with actor Vince Vaughn and screenwriter Scott Rosenberg. Details are a bit unclear, but reportedly two local men took offense when one of their girlfriends was talking to Vaughn, and scuffle ensued. Buscemi, who was trying to break up the fight, was stabbed in the face, neck, and arm.

The meerkats in this image are fighting.

7. Working again with Quentin Tarantino, Buscemi had a cameo "Pulp Fiction". What was this role?

Answer: A waiter who looked like Buddy Holly

Buscemi was a waiter/Buddy Holly impersonator who took Mia and Vincent's order when they went to Jack Rabbit Slim's for dinner and a dance contest. The film has been considered highly influential for its asymmetrical timeline, thrilling storylines, and diverse soundtrack.

The glasses featured here are similar to Buddy Holly's iconic pair.

8. In 1996, Buscemi created his labor of love, a movie with an ensemble cast that takes place largely in a bar. What was the name of this film?

Answer: Trees Lounge

David Chase, creator of "The Sopranos", has cited "Trees Lounge", with its dark humor and themes of self-sabotage, as a major influence. Buscemi had most of the movie filmed in Valley Stream, where his family lived while he was growing up.

This image is of a lounge car on a train.

Answer: Teeth

Buscemi's misaligned teeth contribute to his lovable-loser image. There's also a meme of "Steve Buscemi eyes", which transposes his characteristic heavy-lidded eyes onto other people's faces.

The fabric in this image is houndsTOOTH.

10. Steve Buscemi was praised for a specific heroic act in 2001. What did he do?

Answer: Helped firefighters dig through rubble at the World Trade Center

Immediately following the bombings of September 11th, 2001, Buscemi worked side-by-side with New York Fire Department fire fighters. FDNY lost more emergency workers than any other first-responder agency, a total of 343 members, many of whom had gone into the towers while they were on fire. Buscemi has often advocated for fire fighters and was appointed Honorary Battalion Chief in 2014.

This image is of the distinct pattern on FDNY's uniform.

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