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Peter O'Toole Movies Trivia Quiz

Here's a look at some of the movies of this very fine actor.

A multiple-choice quiz by robert362. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
robert362

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
164,796

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. O'Toole was great as the troubled king in "Becket"; co-star Richard Burton was equally superb in the title role. Which statement about the movie's end is true? Hint

Both characters die

Becket lives, but the King dies

The King lives, but Becket dies

Both characters live

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Question 2 of 10

2. O'Toole is equally well-known for his excellent performance in the title role in "Lawrence of Arabia". Who directed this sprawling epic? Hint

David Lean

Victor Fleming

William Wyler

Stanley Kramer

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Question 3 of 10

3. O'Toole again played a British Monarch in "The Lion in Winter". What legendary actress also starred in the movie? Hint

Lauren Bacall

Bette Davis

Katharine Hepburn

Joan Crawford

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Question 4 of 10

4. On a lighter note, O'Toole starred in "My Favorite Year". This comedy was said to be based on the actual experiences of what movie star? Hint

Tyrone Power

Errol Flynn

Clark Gable

Frank Sinatra

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Question 5 of 10

5. "Masada" was also a fact-based tale. What ancient civilization was involved in the story? Hint

Rome

Sumeria

Greece

Egypt

6. O'Toole was one of the stars of "Rosebud". The movie (which didn't do particularly well) was interesting for one unusual reason: a former New York political figure tried his hand at acting by appearing in the movie. Who was this man? Hint

Former Governor of New York State

Former Congressman from New York

Former Senator from New York State

Former Mayor of New York City

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Question 7 of 10

7. O'Toole also starred in "Goodbye, Mr. Chips". Who was Chips? Hint

Writer

Doctor

Teacher

Judge

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Question 8 of 10

8. O'Toole starred in the movie version of the novel, "Night of the Generals". Which statement accurately describes the movie's setting? Hint

Napoleonic Wars

French and Indian War

Spanish Civil War

World War II

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Question 9 of 10

9. O'Toole starred in "Lord Jim". Who wrote the novel on which the film was based? Hint

James Agee

Daniel Defoe

Joseph Conrad

Theodore Dreiser

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of the following movies stars Peter O'Toole? Hint

Ryan's Daughter

The Ruling Class

Meet John Doe

Taras Bulba

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. O'Toole was great as the troubled king in "Becket"; co-star Richard Burton was equally superb in the title role. Which statement about the movie's end is true?

Answer: The King lives, but Becket dies

It's always enjoyable to see two strong actors at the top of their game. Friendship is often tricky - especially if it's between a king and his best friend (who becomes Archbishop).

2. O'Toole is equally well-known for his excellent performance in the title role in "Lawrence of Arabia". Who directed this sprawling epic?

Answer: David Lean

This movie is a bit long, but still manages to hold one's interest.
(T.E. Lawrence - as played by O'Toole - must have ben quite an interesting fellow.) Unlike "Becket", O'Toole doesn't share the screen here with an equal co-star; he alone dominates the movie.

3. O'Toole again played a British Monarch in "The Lion in Winter". What legendary actress also starred in the movie?

Answer: Katharine Hepburn

O'Toole and Hepburn are always commanding to watch. (Be that as it may, I'm not as impressed by this movie as many other people seem to be.)

4. On a lighter note, O'Toole starred in "My Favorite Year". This comedy was said to be based on the actual experiences of what movie star?

Answer: Errol Flynn

Live TV was filled with pitfalls: anything could happen. It was apparently quite a task to keep veteran hellraiser Errol Flynn out of trouble and in suitable condition to perform. O'Toole's movie star character is said to be based on Flynn's "Wicked, Wicked Ways".

5. "Masada" was also a fact-based tale. What ancient civilization was involved in the story?

Answer: Rome

This was another tale of religious confrontation set in ancient Rome.
The movie co-starred Peter Strauss.

Answer: Former Mayor of New York City

Former New York City mayor John V. Lindsay briefly tried his hand at acting after his days as mayor were completed. (He also briefly considered a run for the presidency.) Neither idea worked out.

7. O'Toole also starred in "Goodbye, Mr. Chips". Who was Chips?

Answer: Teacher

O'Toole is one of many to portray this legendary educator.

8. O'Toole starred in the movie version of the novel, "Night of the Generals". Which statement accurately describes the movie's setting?

Answer: World War II

Based on a novel by Hans Helmut Kirst, this movie involves a wartime murder. Several members of the German High Command are suspects.

9. O'Toole starred in "Lord Jim". Who wrote the novel on which the film was based?

Answer: Joseph Conrad

Conrad is better known these days for "Heart of Darkness" (which transformed into "Apocalypse Now").

10. Which of the following movies stars Peter O'Toole?

Answer: The Ruling Class

"Ruling Class" was a comic vehicle for O'Toole. "Ryan" had David Lean
as director, but starred Robert Mitchum. "John Doe" starred Gary Cooper (and Barbara Stanwyck). "Taras Bulba" starred Tony Curtis and Yul Brynner.

Source: Author robert362

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