Bill Gates Biography: Test Your Knowledge! Trivia Facts Quiz

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1/10 Questions

Which of these does not matches his personality?
- Singer
- Programmer
- Entrepreneur
- Humanitarian

About This Quiz

This quiz tests your knowledge about the biography of the popular American entrepreneur and investor named Bill Gates. He is known as the programmer who developed and owned Microsoft. He is married to Melinda Gates and founded a charity organization together with her. Bill oversees the affairs of this organization. Are you in the know?

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2.

What is his favorite color?
- Red
- Pink
- Blue
- Yellow
Correct Answer

A. Blue
3.

Where was Bill Gates raised in the United States?
- Tampa
- Seattle
- Denver
- Honolulu
Correct Answer

A. Seattle

Explanation

Bill Gates was raised in Seattle, Washington. This is a well-known fact as Gates grew up in the Seattle area and attended Lakeside School, a private school in Seattle. Additionally, Seattle is also the location of Microsoft's headquarters, the company co-founded by Bill Gates, further solidifying his connection to the city.

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4.

How old was Bill when he wrote his first software program?
- 13 years old
- 17 years old
- 22 years old
- 19 years old
Correct Answer

A. 13 years old

Explanation

Bill was 13 years old when he wrote his first software program.

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5.

Who worked with him in launching Microsoft?
- Stella Bells
- George Reid
- Wells Jackson
- Paul Allen
Correct Answer

A. Paul Allen

Explanation

Paul Allen worked with him in launching Microsoft.

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6.

What is his middle name?
- Mark
- Jefferson
- Williams
- Henry
Correct Answer

A. Henry

Explanation

The person's middle name is Henry.

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7.

When did he get married to Melinda?
- 1993
- 1994
- 1991
- 1999
Correct Answer

A. 1994

Explanation

The correct answer is 1994. This is the year when he got married to Melinda.

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8.

Who became the CEO of Microsoft in 2014?
- Dell Apex
- Mark Gilbert
- Paul Allen
- Satya Nadella
Correct Answer

A. Satya Nadella

Explanation

Satya Nadella became the CEO of Microsoft in 2014.

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9.

When did he launch his charity organisation?
- 2003
- 2006
- 2010
- 2009
Correct Answer

A. 2006

Explanation

The correct answer is 2006. This means that he launched his charity organisation in 2006.

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10.

When was the first time he would appear on the Forbes list of wealthy individuals?
- 2003
- 2010
- 1988
- 1987
Correct Answer

A. 1987

Explanation

In 1987, he appeared on the Forbes list of wealthy individuals for the first time.

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