Zoe Saldana--Common Link to 10 Films Quiz

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1. Zoe Saldana appears in "Avengers: Infinity War", a 2018 motion picture that features many super heroes from the Marvel Universe. Which character does she portray?

Answer: Gamora

Zoe Saldana originally portrayed Gamora in "Guardians of the Galaxy" (2014). The green-skinned Gamora is a skilled warrior and adopted daughter of Thanos. She appears in the film with several other characters from "Guardians of the Galaxy." "Avengers: Infinity War" was released in April 2018 and earned over $2 Billion within its first six months.

2. Zoe Saldana appeared in the 2017 release "I Kill Giants" as school psychologist Mrs. Molle. Upon what is "I Kill Giants" based?

Answer: A graphic novel

The limited series of comic books began in 2008. Writer Joe Kelly and artist J. M. Ken Nimura created "I Kill Giants". In the film, Mrs. Molle attempts to help Barbara, a teenaged girl for whom real life and fantasy bleed into each other.

3. Zoe Saldana appeared as Lt. Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek Beyond" (2016). With which character does her character end a romantic relationship in which she had engaged in the previous two films?

Answer: Mr. Spock

The relationship of Uhura and Spock (portrayed by Zachary Quinto) had previously been explored in "Star Trek" (2009) and "Star Trek Into Darkness" (2013). The relationship ends peacefully enough though there is some tension between them during the film. The character of Uhura was originally portrayed by Nichelle Nichols in the 1960s "Star Trek" television series.

4. Zoe Saldana starred in the title role in a 2016 film about a 20th century musician. As which musician did she star?

Answer: Nina Simone

Nina Simone (1933-2003) was a musician who performed in several musical genres as well as a Civil Rights activist. The film "Nina" focuses on the character later in her career. The film received generally negative reviews. Some criticized the choice to cast Zoe Saldana who was felt to physically not resemble Nina Simone.

5. Zoe Saldana appeared in "Drumline", a 2002 film set at a fictional university. In which state is the university located?

Answer: Georgia

The film is set at Atlanta A&T University, in Atlanta, GA, and focuses on the school's marching band. Zoe Saldana plays Laila, a dancer and student, who is a romantic interest for the film's main character, Devon. The film was positively received and a sequel appeared on television in 2014.

6. Zoe Saldana starred in the 2009 film "Avatar" as Neytiri, one of the Na'vi. On which world does the film take place?

Answer: Pandora

The Na'vi of Pandora are blue-skinned humanoids who stand about fifty percent taller than average humans. Neytiri is the daughter of the local leader of the Na'vi. The physical appearance of her character was in large part computer generated.

7. Zoe Saldana starred in the 2011 film "Colombiana". Her character of Cataleya loses her family at a young age. How does her family die?

Answer: They are shot.

Cataleya's parents are killed by the henchman of a drug lord when she is only nine. The nine-year-old version of Cataleya is portrayed by Amandla Stenberg. The adult Cataleya has trained as an assassin and seeks revenge on the drug lord. While the movie received mixed reviews, Zoe Saldana's performance was generally viewed positively.

8. Zoe Saldana starred in the 2002 film "Crossroads". Which performer, better known as a singer, also starred in the film?

Answer: Britney Spears

The film focuses on three once-close friends who embark on a cross-country road trip after high school graduation. The film was generally reviewed negatively by critics, but was generally successful at the box office. Zoe portrays Kit, the most popular girl in high school. Britney Spears performed multiple songs for the film and its soundtrack.

9. Zoe Saldana appeared in the role of Maggie in the 2001 film "Get Over It". On which Shakespearean comedy is the film loosely based?

Answer: A Midsummer Night's Dream

The film focuses on a group of high school students involved in a school musical called "A Midsummer's Night Rockin' Eve". In the film, Verne and Allison have recently broken up. He tries to get back together with her even as she begins a relationship with Striker. Allison later catches Striker cheating on her with her friend Maggie.

10. Zoe Saldana appeared in her first theatrical film, "Center Stage", in 2000. On which type of performing does the film focus?

Answer: Ballet

The film focuses on young student dancers at the American Ballet Company who are hoping to win positions in the American Ballet Company. Zoe plays dancer Eva Rodriguez, a dancer who is talented, but kept from rising to lead positions by her attitude. Though Zoe, like many of the lead actors, were doubled by professional dancers in some scenes, she had ballet training in her youth.

Source: Author bernie73

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This quiz looks at 10 films that share the common link of actress Zoe Saldana

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