Social Activism And Personal Life Of Russell Simmons! Trivia Quiz

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Social Activism And Personal Life Of Russell Simmons! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

Have you read about Russell Simmons or see him in a film? Sure, you would agree he is talented and rich! Russell Simmons is an entrepreneur and filmmaker. He has multiple business interests in music, fashion, and publishing. Right from childhood, he has always known he would be a music star. Here is an awesome quiz about him.

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1.

Which of these universities is associated with him?
- A.
  
  Claremont Lincoln University
- B.
  
  Texas Technological University
- C.
  
  Drexel University
- D.
  
  Cloud State University
Correct Answer
A. Claremont Lincoln University

Explanation
Claremont Lincoln University is associated with him.

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2.

When was he honored with an honorary doctorate degree?
- A.
  
  1998
- B.
  
  2014
- C.
  
  2004
- D.
  
  2003
Correct Answer
C. 2004

Explanation
In 2004, he was honored with an honorary doctorate degree.

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3.

When did he start his work as a social activist?
- A.
  
  1999
- B.
  
  1991
- C.
  
  2014
- D.
  
  1983
Correct Answer
C. 2014
4.

When was he honored for his support for the Somaly Mam foundation?
- A.
  
  2013
- B.
  
  2011
- C.
  
  2015
- D.
  
  2019
Correct Answer
B. 2011

Explanation
In 2011, he was honored for his support for the Somaly Mam foundation.

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5.

When did he produce The Nutty Professor?
- A.
  
  1994
- B.
  
  2003
- C.
  
  1996
- D.
  
  1998
Correct Answer
C. 1996

Explanation
The correct answer is 1996.

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6.

When did he receive award for The Nutty Professor?
- A.
  
  1990
- B.
  
  1998
- C.
  
  1999
- D.
  
  1996
Correct Answer
B. 1998

Explanation
The correct answer is 1998 because it is the only option provided that matches the question. The question asks when he received an award for The Nutty Professor, and the only option that corresponds to a year is 1998.

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7.

When did he start RushCard?
- A.
  
  2004
- B.
  
  2008
- C.
  
  2003
- D.
  
  2006
Correct Answer
C. 2003

Explanation
The correct answer is 2003. This means that he started RushCard in the year 2003.

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8.

When did he found Rush Philantrophic Arts Foundation?
- A.
  
  1993
- B.
  
  1993
- C.
  
  1995
- D.
  
  1998
Correct Answer
C. 1995

Explanation
The correct answer is 1995. This means that he founded the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation in the year 1995.

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9.

When did he launch his clothing line?
- A.
  
  1991
- B.
  
  1993
- C.
  
  1995
- D.
  
  1992
Correct Answer
D. 1992

Explanation
The correct answer is 1992.

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10.

When did he sell Phat Farm to the Kellywood Company?
- A.
  
  2005
- B.
  
  2003
- C.
  
  2004
- D.
  
  2010
Correct Answer
C. 2004

Explanation
The correct answer is 2004. This means that he sold Phat Farm to the Kellywood Company in 2004.

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