Test Your Knowledge & Fact About Fathers Day Quiz
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Sunday, June 21, 2009, is the centennial of Father’s Day, the brainchild of Sonora Smart Dodd, of Spokane, who wanted to honor the widowed father who raised her and her five siblings alone. Test your knowledge of famous fathers and facts with this quiz.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which president designated the third Sunday in June as Father’s Day?
- A.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
- B.
Harry S Truman
- C.
Lyndon B. Johnson
- D.
Jimmy Carter
Correct Answer
C. Lyndon B. JohnsonExplanation
Lyndon B. Johnson made the designation in 1966.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who said it? "My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say, "You're tearing up the grass." "We're not raising grass," Dad would reply. "We're raising boys."
- A.
Babe Ruth
- B.
Harmon Killebrew
- C.
Steve Allen
- D.
Joe Montana
Correct Answer
B. Harmon KillebrewExplanation
Born in 1936 in Payette, Idaho, Killebrew played Major League Baseball from 1954 to 1975.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who played famous TV dad Steve Douglas in "My Three Sons"?
- A.
Fred MacMurray
- B.
Lorne Greene
- C.
Robert Anderson
Correct Answer
A. Fred MacMurrayExplanation
Fred MacMurray played the famous TV dad Steve Douglas in "My Three Sons." He portrayed the character with charm and warmth, making him a beloved father figure on the show. MacMurray's performance as Steve Douglas resonated with audiences, and his portrayal of a caring and responsible dad contributed to the success of the series.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The males of TV's Simpsons family, from youngest to oldest, are:
- A.
Homer, Bart, Abe
- B.
Abe, Homer, Bart
- C.
Bart, Abe, Homer
- D.
Bart, Homer, Abe
Correct Answer
D. Bart, Homer, AbeExplanation
The correct answer is Bart, Homer, Abe. This is the correct order of the males in the TV show "The Simpsons" from youngest to oldest. Bart is the youngest, followed by Homer, and then Abe (also known as Grandpa Simpson) is the oldest.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who is considered the father of Spokane?
- A.
Chief Garry
- B.
Joseph Glover
- C.
William Gray
- D.
Henry Cowley
Correct Answer
B. Joseph GloverExplanation
Joseph Glover is considered the father of Spokane because he was one of the first settlers in the area. He arrived in 1873 and established a store and post office, which helped to attract more settlers and promote growth in the region. Glover also played a key role in the development of the city, serving as a city council member and advocating for the construction of schools and other public infrastructure. His contributions to the early development and establishment of Spokane earned him the title of the father of the city.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is considered the father of the American Interstate highway system
- A.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
- B.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
- C.
John F. Kennedy
- D.
Henry Ford
Correct Answer
B. Dwight D. EisenhowerExplanation
Dwight D. Eisenhower is considered the father of the American Interstate highway system because he played a crucial role in its development and implementation. As the 34th President of the United States, Eisenhower recognized the need for a reliable and efficient highway system to support national defense and economic growth. He signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, which authorized the construction of the Interstate Highway System. Eisenhower's experience as a military leader during World War II, where he witnessed the efficiency of the German Autobahn, greatly influenced his vision for a similar network of highways in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How many single fathers were counted in the United States in 2008?
- A.
600,000
- B.
1.8 million
- C.
4.5 million
- D.
9 million
Correct Answer
B. 1.8 millionExplanation
In 2008, there were 1.8 million single fathers counted in the United States. This indicates that there was a significant number of fathers who were raising their children alone during that year. The number suggests that single fatherhood is not an uncommon phenomenon and highlights the importance of recognizing and supporting these fathers in their parenting roles.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Actor John Goodman played this father character on TV's "Roseanne":
- A.
Dan Conner
- B.
Tom Corbett
- C.
Peter Griffin
- D.
Howard Cunningham
Correct Answer
A. Dan ConnerExplanation
John Goodman played the character of Dan Conner on TV's "Roseanne."Rate this question:
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- 9.
Americans were expected to spend about this much on gifts for dad in 2009:
- A.
$30
- B.
$65
- C.
$90
- D.
$130
Correct Answer
C. $90Explanation
That's down slightly from $94.54 in 2008.Rate this question:
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- 10.
As of 2006, what is the average number of times kids ages 3 to 5 were read to by their fathers in the past week?
- A.
1
- B.
4
- C.
6
- D.
9
Correct Answer
C. 6Explanation
The correct answer is 6. This means that, on average, kids ages 3 to 5 were read to by their fathers 6 times in the past week as of 2006.Rate this question:
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