A Gift Horse Movie Trivia Quiz

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1. What is the title "A Gift Horse" a reference to?

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The title refers to the old proverb "Never look a gift horse in the mouth".

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Explore the gripping narrative of HMS Ballantrae and its crew in 'A Gift Horse.' This assessment delves into the ship's origins, crew dynamics, and their WWII mission, enhancing understanding of historical cinema and storytelling.

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2. Who is the commander of the HMS Ballantrae?

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Lieutenant Commander Hugh Algernon Fraser is in command of the ship.

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3. Why was Lieutenant Commander Fraser brought out of retirement?

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The Royal Navy was desperately short of personnel in the Second World War.

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4. What was the original name of HMS Ballantrae?

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Originally, the ship was named USS Whittier before becoming HMS Ballantrae.

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5. Why was the Ballantrae left behind during her first mission?

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Ballantrae had to be left behind due to a burst steam pipe while on convoy escort duty.

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6. What was the main mission named against the Nazi submarine base?

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The mission was named Operation Boadicea.

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7. Who plays the role of "Dripper" Daniels?

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Richard Attenborough played the role of "Dripper" Daniels.

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8. Which actor played the role of "Yank" Flanagan?

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"Yank" Flanagan was played by Sonny Tufts.

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9. Which event is the latter part of the film clearly based on?

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The latter part of the film is based on the St Nazaire Raid involving HMS Campbeltown.

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10. Who in the crew initially resents Fraser's efforts to discipline them?

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Fraser's officers and crew initially resent his efforts but he eventually moulds them into an efficient force.

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What is the title "A Gift Horse" a reference to?
Who is the commander of the HMS Ballantrae?
Why was Lieutenant Commander Fraser brought out of retirement?
What was the original name of HMS Ballantrae?
Why was the Ballantrae left behind during her first mission?
What was the main mission named against the Nazi submarine base?
Who plays the role of "Dripper" Daniels?
Which actor played the role of "Yank" Flanagan?
Which event is the latter part of the film clearly based on?
Who in the crew initially resents Fraser's efforts to discipline them?
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