Politics And Controversies: What Do You Know About Richard Branson? Trivia Quiz

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    What year was Branson sentenced for tax evasion?

    • 1970
    • 1971
    • 1972
    • 1973
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Born on the 18th day in July 1950, Richard Branson is the owner of a popular business establishment, The Virginia group. He is also known with controversies, the fraud of excise duties, and purchase tax being one of them – for which he completed a sentence. What do you know about the politics and controversies of this man? Take our quiz to find out.

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  • 2. 
    Which of these places is Richard’s birth place? - ProProfs

    Which of these places is Richard’s birth place?

    • London

    • New York  

    • Paris

    • Manchester

    Correct Answer
    A. London
    Explanation
    Richard's birthplace is London.

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  • 3. 
    What year was he awarded a title by Margaret thatcher? - ProProfs

    What year was he awarded a title by Margaret thatcher?

    • 1979

    • 1980

    • 1981

    • 1982

    Correct Answer
    A. 1980
    Explanation
    In 1980, he was awarded a title by Margaret Thatcher.

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  • 4. 
    Which election was he suggested as a candidate for the mayor? - ProProfs

    Which election was he suggested as a candidate for the mayor?

    • 2000

    • 2004

    • 2001

    • 1996

    Correct Answer
    A. 2000
    Explanation
    In this question, the correct answer is 2000. This means that in the year 2000, he was suggested as a candidate for the mayor.

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  • 5. 
    Which of these US presidential candidates enjoyed the support of Branson? - ProProfs

    Which of these US presidential candidates enjoyed the support of Branson?

    • Hilary Clinton

    • Barrack Obama 

    • Donald Trump      

    • None of the above’

    Correct Answer
    A. Hilary Clinton
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hillary Clinton. This can be inferred from the given information that one of the US presidential candidates enjoyed the support of Branson. As Barack Obama and Donald Trump are not mentioned to have received Branson's support, the only remaining option is Hillary Clinton.

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  • 6. 
    Which year did Branson describe himself as a tax exile? - ProProfs

    Which year did Branson describe himself as a tax exile?

    • 2013

    • 2014

    • 2015

    • 2016

    Correct Answer
    A. 2013
    Explanation
    In 2013, Branson described himself as a tax exile.

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  • 7. 
    What year was a call for Branson’s knighthood being revoked made? - ProProfs

    What year was a call for Branson’s knighthood being revoked made?

    • 2016

    • 2017

    • 2018

    • 2019

    Correct Answer
    A. 2016
    Explanation
    In 2016, a call was made for Richard Branson's knighthood to be revoked.

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  • 8. 
    What year did Antonna Jeanae accuse Branson of sexual assault? - ProProfs

    What year did Antonna Jeanae accuse Branson of sexual assault?

    • 2016

    • 2017

    • 2018

    • 2019

    Correct Answer
    A. 2017
    Explanation
    According to the given information, Antonna Jeanae accused Branson of sexual assault. The question asks for the year in which this accusation was made. The answer is 2017, as it is the only option provided that matches the given information.

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  • 9. 
    What year did Branson make a sizeable contribution to block Brexit? - ProProfs

    What year did Branson make a sizeable contribution to block Brexit?

    • 2016

    • 2017

    • 2018

    • 2019

    Correct Answer
    A. 2017
    Explanation
    In 2017, Branson made a significant contribution to block Brexit. This suggests that he actively participated in efforts to prevent or hinder the process of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union. The contribution could have taken various forms, such as financial support for campaigns or advocacy work. It highlights Branson's stance on Brexit and his commitment to opposing it.

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  • 10. 
    What year did Richard Branson begin active service in business? - ProProfs

    What year did Richard Branson begin active service in business?

    • 1964

    • 1965

    • 1966

    • 1967

    Correct Answer
    A. 1966
    Explanation
    Richard Branson began active service in business in 1966. This means that in that year, he started actively working and engaging in business activities.

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