Can You Impress Sir Ian Mckellen With Your Knowledge?

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Legendary is just one word used to describe the immensely talented Sir Ian McKellen. He captivates us with his on-screen performances, which leave us wondering what character he will take on next. Try out this quiz to see if your knowledge on Sir Ian McKellen would leave him speechless.  

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  • 2. 
    What movie was he nominated for an Academy Award for "Best Supporting Actor"? - ProProfs

    What movie was he nominated for an Academy Award for "Best Supporting Actor"?

    • Flushed Away

    • The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

    • The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

    • Gods and Monsters

    Correct Answer
    A. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." This movie is the first installment in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, and the actor in question was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in the category of "Best Supporting Actor."

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  • 3. 
    Where was Ian McKellen born? - ProProfs

    Where was Ian McKellen born?

    • England

    • Ireland

    • Scotland

    • Australia

    Correct Answer
    A. England
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen was born in England.

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  • 4. 
    Which actor played the younger version of Ian McKellen's X-Men character? - ProProfs

    Which actor played the younger version of Ian McKellen's X-Men character?

    • Luke Evans

    • James McAvoy

    • Nicholas Hoult

    • Michael Fassbender

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael Fassbender
    Explanation
    Michael Fassbender played the younger version of Ian McKellen's X-Men character.

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  • 5. 
    Which character did Ian McKellen play in "The Da Vinci Code"? - ProProfs

    Which character did Ian McKellen play in "The Da Vinci Code"?

    • Robert Langdon

    • André Vernet

    • Sir Leigh Teabing

    • Bishop Aringarosa

    Correct Answer
    A. Sir Leigh Teabing
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen played the character of Sir Leigh Teabing in "The Da Vinci Code".

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  • 6. 
    When is Ian McKellen's birthday? - ProProfs

    When is Ian McKellen's birthday?

    • May 25, 1939

    • May 26, 1939

    • May 25, 1938

    • May 26, 1937

    Correct Answer
    A. May 25, 1939
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen's birthday is on May 25, 1939, as stated in the answer.

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  • 7. 
    What number, written in Tengwar, does Ian McKellen have tattooed on himself in remembrance of his role in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy?  - ProProfs

    What number, written in Tengwar, does Ian McKellen have tattooed on himself in remembrance of his role in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy? 

    • 4

    • 5

    • 7

    • 9

    Correct Answer
    A. 9
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen has the number 9 tattooed on himself in Tengwar as a remembrance of his role in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

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  • 8. 
    Ian McKellen has been the lead character in many Shakespearean performances. Which character has he NOT played? - ProProfs

    Ian McKellen has been the lead character in many Shakespearean performances. Which character has he NOT played?

    • Hamlet

    • MacBeth

    • Othello

    • Richard III

    Correct Answer
    A. Othello
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen has played the lead character in many Shakespearean performances, including Hamlet, MacBeth, and Richard III. However, he has not played the character of Othello.

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  • 9. 
    What actor starred alongside Ian McKellen in "Gods and Monsters"? - ProProfs

    What actor starred alongside Ian McKellen in "Gods and Monsters"?

    • Brad Pitt

    • Jeremy Renner

    • Matt Damon

    • Brendan Fraser

    Correct Answer
    A. Brendan Fraser
    Explanation
    Brendan Fraser is the correct answer because he starred alongside Ian McKellen in the film "Gods and Monsters."

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  • 10. 
    When was Ian McKellen knighted?  - ProProfs

    When was Ian McKellen knighted? 

    • 1991

    • 1992

    • 1997

    • 1999

    Correct Answer
    A. 1991
    Explanation
    Ian McKellen was knighted in 1991.

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