Biography Quiz On Business Magnate Richard Branson! Trivia Facts

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Biography Quiz On Business Magnate Richard Branson! Trivia Facts - Quiz

Popular Business Magnate, Richard Branson, is a famous philanthropist and investor known to lead several business groups. He is a well-known British personality known for his investments, philanthropy, and business. What do you know about business magnate? Let our quiz help you discover everything you may know about this man.

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1.

What age did Richard form his first business?
- A.
  
  16
- B.
  
  17
- C.
  
  18
- D.
  
  19
Correct Answer
A. 16

Explanation
Richard formed his first business at the age of 16.

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2.

What year did Richard set up a mail-order record store?
- A.
  
  1970
- B.
  
  1971
- C.
  
  1972
- D.
  
  1973
Correct Answer
A. 1970

Explanation
Richard set up a mail-order record store in 1970.

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3.

Which year did Richard set a record store?
- A.
  
  1970
- B.
  
  1971
- C.
  
  1972
- D.
  
  1973
Correct Answer
C. 1972

Explanation
Richard set a record store in the year 1972.

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4.

Which year did Branson form Virgin Records?
- A.
  
  1970
- B.
  
  1971
- C.
  
  1972
- D.
  
  1973
Correct Answer
C. 1972

Explanation
Branson formed Virgin Records in the year 1972.

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5.

Which year was Virgin megastores originally formed?
- A.
  
  1970
- B.
  
  1971
- C.
  
  1972
- D.
  
  1973
Correct Answer
C. 1972

Explanation
Virgin Megastores was originally formed in 1972. This means that it was established in that specific year.

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6.

What year was Richard Branson knighted?
- A.
  
  2000
- B.
  
  2001
- C.
  
  2002
- D.
  
  2003
Correct Answer
A. 2000

Explanation
Richard Branson was knighted in the year 2000. This means that he was awarded the title of "Sir" by the British monarchy in recognition of his contributions to business and entrepreneurship. Being knighted is a significant honor and is usually given to individuals who have made a notable impact in their respective fields. In Branson's case, his achievements as the founder of the Virgin Group and his philanthropic efforts have earned him this prestigious recognition.

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7.

What year was Richard first included in the ‘Times 100 Influential Person in the world’?
- A.
  
  2006
- B.
  
  2007
- C.
  
  2008
- D.
  
  2009
Correct Answer
B. 2007

Explanation
Richard was first included in the 'Times 100 Influential Person in the world' in 2007.

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8.

How many siblings does the Business magnate have?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
A. 2

Explanation
The Business magnate has two siblings.

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9.

Who is the mother to Richard Branson?
- A.
  
  Elizabeth
- B.
  
  Eve
- C.
  
  Mary
- D.
  
  Sarah
Correct Answer
B. Eve

Explanation
Richard Branson's mother is Eve.

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10.

Who is the father to Richard Branson?
- A.
  
  Edward
- B.
  
  Andrew
- C.
  
  John
- D.
  
  James
Correct Answer
A. Edward

Explanation
Edward is the father to Richard Branson.

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