Do You Know Actor William Conrad?
Like most American actors from the Hollywood golden age, William Conrad did his time and left his mark in our minds. He was not only an actor, but also a radio personality with a very long career. Do you have enough knowledge about American show business? If yes, take our quiz and see how good you are.
- 1.
What's Will Conrad date of birth?
- A.
August 26th, 1919
- B.
September 27, 1920
- C.
March 25th, 1921
- D.
April 17th, 1919
Correct Answer
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- 2.
Which famous radio character did he create in the 1940's?
- A.
Matt Dillon
- B.
Dillon Dandy
- C.
Marshal Dillon
- D.
Marshal Matt Dillon
Correct Answer
D. Marshal Matt DillonExplanation
Marshal Matt Dillon is the correct answer because he is a famous radio character that was created in the 1940s. He is the main character in the radio show "Gunsmoke," which aired from 1952 to 1961. The show was set in Dodge City, Kansas, and Marshal Dillon was portrayed as a tough and fair lawman who maintained peace in the Wild West.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In which series did he play the role of a detective?
- A.
Sherlock Holmes
- B.
Colombo
- C.
Cannon
- D.
Detective Conan
Correct Answer
C. CannonExplanation
In the given options, the series "Cannon" is the correct answer where he played the role of a detective.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where was he born?
- A.
In Louisville, Kentucky.
- B.
Orange County, California.
- C.
New York, New York
- D.
Atlanta Giorgia
Correct Answer
A. In Louisville, Kentucky.Explanation
The correct answer is "In Louisville, Kentucky." The question asks for the birthplace of the person, and the answer provides that information.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In which movie did he star in 1949?
- A.
The Green Lama.
- B.
Nightbeat.
- C.
The Man Called X.
- D.
The Voyage of the Scarlet Queen.
Correct Answer
A. The Green Lama.Explanation
The correct answer is The Green Lama. This is because the question asks for the movie in which he starred in 1949, and out of the given options, The Green Lama is the only movie mentioned.Rate this question:
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- 6.
For which radio show did he put his voice on, from the year 1947?
- A.
The Damon Runyon Theater
- B.
Johnny Modero: Pier 23
- C.
Escape
- D.
The Adventures of Sam Spade
Correct Answer
C. EscapeExplanation
Escape is the correct answer because it was a popular radio show that aired from 1947. It featured a variety of genres including mystery, thriller, and suspense, making it likely that he would have put his voice on this show. The other options, The Damon Runyon Theater, Johnny Modero: Pier 23, and The Adventures of Sam Spade, either do not match the given time frame or do not provide enough information to suggest that he would have put his voice on those shows.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In which notable film did he play the role of a villain?
- A.
Kill me not
- B.
Murder on 5th Avenue
- C.
The killers
- D.
The Gruesome murders of 62
Correct Answer
C. The killersExplanation
The correct answer is "The killers." In this notable film, he played the role of a villain.Rate this question:
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- 8.
For which movie studio did he start producing films in the 1960's?
- A.
Walt Disney
- B.
Warner Bros
- C.
Columbia
- D.
Periscope
Correct Answer
B. Warner BrosExplanation
He started producing films in the 1960s for Warner Bros.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which NBC series did he direct in the 1960's?
- A.
The Rifleman
- B.
Klondike
- C.
Bat Masterson
- D.
The Corruptors
Correct Answer
B. KlondikeExplanation
In the 1960s, he directed the NBC series "Klondike".Rate this question:
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- 10.
When did he die?
- A.
On February 12, 1994.
- B.
On February 11, 1994.
- C.
On February 11, 1993.
- D.
On February 11, 1984.
Correct Answer
B. On February 11, 1994.Explanation
The correct answer is "On February 11, 1994." The question asks for the date of his death, and the answer provided is the only option that falls within the year of 1994.Rate this question:
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