How Well Do You Know Johnny Weissmuller
A multi-talented athlete, an actor, and one of the fastest competitive athletes to ever have been born. The man featured as the lead role in series of Tarzan films. Though his career was also spectacular!
So why not take a quiz and maybe learn a few things about Johnny. At the least, it'll jog your memory if you know him before.
- 1.
Which year did Weissmuller get awarded with the George Eastman Award?
- A.
1973
- B.
1974
- C.
1967
- D.
1978
Correct Answer
A. 1973Explanation
In 1973, Weissmuller was awarded the George Eastman Award.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What did he get for his contribution to the motion picture industry?
- A.
Vegas Broadway
- B.
Hall of Fame
- C.
A star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. A star on Hollywood Walk of FameExplanation
He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as recognition for his contribution to the motion picture industry.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which Queen was he presented to in 1970 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh?
- A.
Queen Elizabeth II
- B.
Queen Elizabeth I
- C.
Queen Elizabeth III
- D.
Queen Elizabeth IV
Correct Answer
A. Queen Elizabeth IIExplanation
In 1970, he was presented to Queen Elizabeth II at the Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which movie did he co-star with Maureen O’Sullivan?
- A.
The Phynx
- B.
Tornado
- C.
Redemption
- D.
No Way Out
Correct Answer
A. The PhynxExplanation
The correct answer is "The Phynx" because it is the only option provided that mentions a movie in which the person in question co-starred with Maureen O'Sullivan. The other options do not mention Maureen O'Sullivan or any movie in which the person co-starred with her.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which year did Weissmuller start his swimming pool company in Chicago?
- A.
1970s
- B.
1980s
- C.
1960s
- D.
1950s
Correct Answer
D. 1950sExplanation
Weissmuller started his swimming pool company in Chicago in the 1950s.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the magazine cover carried a collage of Weissmuller’s face?
- A.
The Beatles 1967
- B.
GQ Magazine
- C.
Playboy
- D.
Sports Illustration
Correct Answer
A. The Beatles 1967Explanation
The correct answer is The Beatles 1967. This magazine cover carried a collage of Weissmuller's face.Rate this question:
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- 7.
With whom did Weissmuller join to cast for the Tarzans movie?
- A.
Jock Mahoney
- B.
Alan Paula
- C.
Mark Weiss
- D.
Alvin Koln
Correct Answer
A. Jock MahoneyExplanation
Weissmuller joined Jock Mahoney to cast for the Tarzans movie.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which tourist attraction was Weissmuller involved with in the 60s?
- A.
Tropical/Florida Wonderland
- B.
Orlando Pirate
- C.
Disneyland
- D.
Lacampagne Tropicana
Correct Answer
A. Tropical/Florida WonderlandExplanation
Weissmuller was involved with Tropical/Florida Wonderland in the 60s.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How many official PGA tours did Weissmuller participate in as an amateur?
- A.
2
- B.
6
- C.
5
- D.
4
Correct Answer
A. 2Explanation
Weissmuller participated in 2 official PGA tours as an amateur.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which athlete record did he break in the 100-meter freestyle swimming?
- A.
Duke Kahanamoku
- B.
Michael Phelps
- C.
Dany Lochte
- D.
Van Dyken
Correct Answer
A. Duke KahanamokuExplanation
Duke Kahanamoku is the correct answer because he was a renowned swimmer who broke the 100-meter freestyle swimming record.Rate this question:
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