Do You Know James Richard Perry?

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Well, he is definitely an American but what else do you know about the man. Do you know his favorite food, movie, and car? What about his life before the fame?

Questions and Answers

1.

Do you perhaps know his nickname?
- A.
  
  Johnny Rick
- B.
  
  Rick Perry
- C.
  
  Richie Perr
- D.
  
  Johnny
Correct Answer
B. Rick Perry

Explanation
The given correct answer is "Rick Perry." This suggests that the person being referred to is likely named Rick Perry. The other options provided, Johnny Rick, Richie Perr, and Johnny, are not likely to be his nickname based on the information given. Therefore, "Rick Perry" is the most suitable answer.

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2.

In which year was he born?
- A.
  
  1946
- B.
  
  1950
- C.
  
  1970
- D.
  
  1956
Correct Answer
B. 1950

Explanation
The correct answer is 1950. This is the only option that matches the question asking for the year of his birth.

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3.

What's his number as the United States Secretary of Energy?
- A.
  
  14th
- B.
  
  15th
- C.
  
  16th
- D.
  
  17th
Correct Answer
A. 14th

Explanation
The correct answer is 14th. This means that the person referred to in the question served as the 14th United States Secretary of Energy.

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4.

What was his number as the Governor of Texas?
- A.
  
  40th
- B.
  
  47th
- C.
  
  50th
- D.
  
  43rd
Correct Answer
B. 47th

Explanation
The correct answer is 47th. This suggests that the person being referred to held a position as the Governor of Texas and that his number or ranking in the list of governors was 47th.

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5.

He served as the Governor for how many years?
- A.
  
  19
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  15
- D.
  
  12
Correct Answer
C. 15

Explanation
The correct answer is 15. This means that the person in question served as the Governor for a total of 15 years.

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6.

When did he assume office as the Secretary of Energy?
- A.
  
  July
- B.
  
  May
- C.
  
  March
- D.
  
  February
Correct Answer
C. March

Explanation
The correct answer is March. This implies that the person assumed office as the Secretary of Energy in the month of March.

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7.

Who was his predecessor as the Governor of Texas?
- A.
  
  George W. Bush
- B.
  
  Greg Abbott
- C.
  
  Bill Ratliff
- D.
  
  David Dewhurst
Correct Answer
A. George W. Bush

Explanation
George W. Bush was the predecessor as the Governor of Texas because he held the position before the individual in question.

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8.

Who succeeded him as the Governor?
- A.
  
  Greg Abbott
- B.
  
  David Dewhurst
- C.
  
  Bill Ratliff
- D.
  
  Bob Bullock
Correct Answer
A. Greg Abbott

Explanation
Greg Abbott succeeded the previous governor as the Governor.

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9.

He married Anita Thigpen when?
- A.
  
  1978
- B.
  
  1984
- C.
  
  1980
- D.
  
  1982
Correct Answer
D. 1982

Explanation
The correct answer is 1982. This implies that the person being referred to in the question got married to Anita Thigpen in the year 1982.

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10.

How many years did he use in serving his country?
- A.
  
  8
- B.
  
  7
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  6
Correct Answer
C. 5