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Quiz about Tom Clancy Novels
Quiz about Tom Clancy Novels

Tom Clancy Novels Trivia Quiz


This quiz will test your knowledge of best-selling author Tom Clancy's books, especially the extremely successful 'Jack Ryan' series.

A multiple-choice quiz by magicbadger. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
magicbadger
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
3,152
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
15
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
10 / 15
Plays
2584
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Question 1 of 15
1. Chronologically speaking (not in the order the books were written or published), in which novel did Jack Ryan first make an appearance? Hint


Question 2 of 15
2. What is Jack Ryan's wife's occupation? Hint


Question 3 of 15
3. How did Jack Ryan injure his back whilst serving as a marine? Hint


Question 4 of 15
4. What was the highest government office Jack Ryan served in? Hint


Question 5 of 15
5. Which of these Tom Clancy books was not made into a Hollywood film? Hint


Question 6 of 15
6. Complete the title of this book - Cardinal of the __________

Answer: (One Word)
Question 7 of 15
7. In 'Debt of Honor', with which country does America go to war? Hint


Question 8 of 15
8. Is 'Red Storm Rising' part of the Jack Ryan book series?

Answer: (Yes or No)
Question 9 of 15
9. In 'The Sum of All Fears', which American city is targeted by terrorists with a home-made nuclear bomb? Hint


Question 10 of 15
10. In 'Without Remorse', what was John Kelly's mission for which the government pulled him out of retirement? Hint


Question 11 of 15
11. In the movie adaptation of 'Patriot Games', which actor plays the role of an Irish terrorist intent on getting revenge on Jack Ryan for killing his brother? Hint


Question 12 of 15
12. Which of these is not a NON-fiction book written by Tom Clancy? Hint


Question 13 of 15
13. In the 'Powerplays' series, who is the main character? Hint


Question 14 of 15
14. What is the name of the book series which tells the story of a future anti-terrorist organisation which polices the internet? Hint


Question 15 of 15
15. In the 'Op-Centre' series, which character commands Striker, the military arm of the organisation? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Chronologically speaking (not in the order the books were written or published), in which novel did Jack Ryan first make an appearance?

Answer: Without Remorse

His father was investigating the murders of a number of drug dealers, committed by the main character John Kelly. Jack appears a couple of times as a minor character.
2. What is Jack Ryan's wife's occupation?

Answer: Surgeon

An eye surgeon, no less.
3. How did Jack Ryan injure his back whilst serving as a marine?

Answer: Helicopter crash

This caused his fear of flying in later life.
4. What was the highest government office Jack Ryan served in?

Answer: President

I would tell you how but if you haven't read 'Debt of Honor' it might spoil it for you.
5. Which of these Tom Clancy books was not made into a Hollywood film?

Answer: Executive Orders

Harrison Ford played Jack Ryan in 'Patriot Games' and 'Clear and Present Danger', and Alec Baldwin played the character in 'Hunt for Red October'(I think).
6. Complete the title of this book - Cardinal of the __________

Answer: Kremlin

Another of the Jack Ryan series.
7. In 'Debt of Honor', with which country does America go to war?

Answer: Japan

8. Is 'Red Storm Rising' part of the Jack Ryan book series?

Answer: No

It is a hypothetical account of a third world war in Europe.
9. In 'The Sum of All Fears', which American city is targeted by terrorists with a home-made nuclear bomb?

Answer: Denver

10. In 'Without Remorse', what was John Kelly's mission for which the government pulled him out of retirement?

Answer: POW rescue

Rescues POW's in his day-job, kills drug dealers in his spare time.
11. In the movie adaptation of 'Patriot Games', which actor plays the role of an Irish terrorist intent on getting revenge on Jack Ryan for killing his brother?

Answer: Sean Bean

A famous British TV star, also starred in Airborne (possibly the worst film ever) and another recent film with Robert de Niro (but I can't remember the title).
12. Which of these is not a NON-fiction book written by Tom Clancy?

Answer: Tank Platoon

He wrote one about the subject, called Armoured Warfare, though.
13. In the 'Powerplays' series, who is the main character?

Answer: Roger Gordian

14. What is the name of the book series which tells the story of a future anti-terrorist organisation which polices the internet?

Answer: Net Force

15. In the 'Op-Centre' series, which character commands Striker, the military arm of the organisation?

Answer: Mike Rogers

Paul Hood is the civilian boss, and the other two work in the Op-centre.
Source: Author magicbadger

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