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A Man for All Seasons Trivia Quiz

The 1966 classic, telling the great story of the Church of England. This film won numerous awards, and we are going to dive into this masterpiece.

A multiple-choice quiz by Abby_91. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Abby_91

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
386,231

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
8 / 10

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1257

Last 3 plays: winston1 (7/10), Guest 68 (6/10), brm50diboll (7/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. "A Man for All Seasons", a movie from 1966, was set in the 16th Century relating to issues regarding which King of England? Hint

Edward II

Richard III

George II

Henry VIII

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Question 2 of 10

2. This actor brought to life the incredible man that is Thomas More. But of the following, who was this man? Hint

Paul Scofield

John Hurt

Orson Welles

Leo McKern

3. There were a number of big stars in "A Man for All Seasons", this character, who died early in the movie, objected to Henry's divorce and refused to enter into negotiation with the Vatican on his behalf. Who was he? Hint

Henry VIII

Sir Thomas More

Cardinal Wolsey

Thomas Cromwell

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Question 4 of 10

4. In the film, King Henry VIII told the Parliament to declare him this new title, one that sent shock waves across the Catholic Church. What title did he wish to be known by? Hint

The Builder of Walls

The Big Wig of England

Supreme Head of the Church of England

The Lord of All Lords

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Question 5 of 10

5. This actress portrayed Henry VIII's first wife to be beheaded. She is a prolific actress from a prestigious acting family. Who is she? Hint

Lynn Redgrave

Vanessa Redgrave

Julia Roberts

Greta Garbo

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Question 6 of 10

6. Thomas More would have a hard time; for refusing the oath to make Henry VIII Head of Church, he was forced to spend time where? Hint

House of Commons

Big Ben

Tower of London

Statue of Liberty

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Question 7 of 10

7. One man in the film would bear false witness against More. This man accused More of treason; who was this corrupt official? Hint

Lord Byron

Lord Carnarvon

Richard Rich

William Shakespeare

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Question 8 of 10

8. Thomas More was eventually put to trial for high treason as he didn't accept Henry VIII's terms to be the head of the Church. But what did More say in his defence in court? Hint

"Parliament has no right to challenge the authority of the Church!"

"I have the right to say this marriage is null and void."

"Kings do not channel the will of God."

Nothing

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Question 9 of 10

9. An Australian actor portrayed the chief minister under Henry VIII. Who was this actor? Hint

Orson Welles

Leo McKern

Robert Shaw

Colin Blakely

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Question 10 of 10

10. At More's execution, he would say one last thing before his death. What was the last line he said? Hint

"Goodbye, my friends."

"I die His Majesty's good servant, but God's first."

"I am talking!"

"Well, I'm not from around here."

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. "A Man for All Seasons", a movie from 1966, was set in the 16th Century relating to issues regarding which King of England?

Answer: Henry VIII

Henry VIII was bigger than life in English history and there are many stories and accounts of his life. His reign lasted from 1509 till his death in 1547, and was known for his initiation of the English Reformation, a self excommunication from the Papal Church at the Vatican.

He is best known for his six marriages, and in the movie, he wanted his first marriage to Catherine of Aragon annulled in order to marry Anne Boleyn.

2. This actor brought to life the incredible man that is Thomas More. But of the following, who was this man?

Answer: Paul Scofield

Paul Scofield won the Academy Award for Best Actor for playing the role of Sir Thomas More in the film "A Man for All Seasons". Most noted for playing stage roles Paul Scofield was know for his distinctive voice as well as having a presence on stage.

Answer: Cardinal Wolsey

Orson Welles played Cardinal Wolsey in the film. King Henry VIII wanted a divorce and had enlisted the help of Cardinal Wolsey to avoid another War of the Roses. Wolsey chastised More, who was the sole man in the Privy Council to reject the terms for Henry VIII's divorce.

4. In the film, King Henry VIII told the Parliament to declare him this new title, one that sent shock waves across the Catholic Church. What title did he wish to be known by?

Answer: Supreme Head of the Church of England

Because he wanted a divorce from his marriage with Catherine of Aragon to marry Anne Boleyn, King Henry VIII ordered all the bishops and clergy of England to renounce their allegiance to the Pope, and look to him as the head of the Church. This caused Thomas More to resign from his position as Lord Chancellor of England.

5. This actress portrayed Henry VIII's first wife to be beheaded. She is a prolific actress from a prestigious acting family. Who is she?

Answer: Vanessa Redgrave

Vanessa Redgrave has made a name for her incredible performances, from 'Isadora', to 'The Butler', she has been part of many films, and has won Oscar, Emmy, Tony, BAFTA, Olivier, Cannes, Golden Globe, and the Screen Actors Guild awards. She comes from a family of actors, from brother Colin, her father Michael and sister Lynn.

6. Thomas More would have a hard time; for refusing the oath to make Henry VIII Head of Church, he was forced to spend time where?

Answer: Tower of London

The Tower of London is the great and infamous prison of many famous people, from Guy Fawkes, to Thomas More. For his treason, he was placed in a cell, and in one scene, when he asked for more books to read to pass the time, he got rejected. Afterwards, the guards were ordered to confiscate the books he had in his possession.

7. One man in the film would bear false witness against More. This man accused More of treason; who was this corrupt official?

Answer: Richard Rich

This was one of John Hurt's earliest film roles. The movie depicts The Lord Rich as he takes the route of corruption with Henry's court, by bearing false witness against More to gain the position of Attorney-General for Wales. Lord Rich asked More during trial, "I will put you a middle case. Parliament has made our King head of the Church. Why will you not accept him?" Then he lied and said that More said, "Parliament had not the competence... or words to that effect."

8. Thomas More was eventually put to trial for high treason as he didn't accept Henry VIII's terms to be the head of the Church. But what did More say in his defence in court?

Answer: Nothing

Silence is golden, though in this case it only brought Thomas More trouble. In the film, after spending time in the Tower of London, More finally went to trial. Despite the questions on why he refused taking oath, he simply used this silence as his own defence, seeing that the King's actions was an act of treason itself.

9. An Australian actor portrayed the chief minister under Henry VIII. Who was this actor?

Answer: Leo McKern

Leo McKern was known for the 'Rumpole of the Bailey' series and played Thomas Cromwell in "A Man for all Seasons". McKern has also appeared in films such as 'The Blue Lagoon' and 'Ladyhawke'. He portrayed Thomas Cromwell, the aide of Cardinal Wolsey and Chief Minister to King Henry VIII, a major supporter in the English Reformation.

10. At More's execution, he would say one last thing before his death. What was the last line he said?

Answer: "I die His Majesty's good servant, but God's first."

More was sentenced to death by beheading, an ironic death as Henry VIII would eventually sentence two of his wives to the same fate. But despite all his misfortunes, like any martyr, he still held to his convictions unto death.

The title of the film is a reference to Thomas More's convictions, as he stood by what he believed despite the storm around him.

Source: Author Abby_91

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