Take This Quiz On Bill O'reilly!
If you’re not interested in American politics and the stylings of Bill O’Reilly, whether it’s with his long-running stints with Fox News or CBS, you might recognise the man from the internet-popularised video clip during which he exclaims “we’ll do it live” to his broadcast team. Think you ought to know more about the man than his mere presence in a meme? Take this quiz!
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What was the name of the tabloid television program that O'Reilly anchored for CBS from 1989 to 1995?
- A.
Big Pictures w/ Bill O'Reilly
- B.
Outside the Box
- C.
Inside Edition
- D.
The Inner Brand
Correct Answer
C. Inside EditionExplanation
Inside Edition is the correct answer because it was the tabloid television program that O'Reilly anchored for CBS from 1989 to 1995.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Bill O'Reilly's father has ties to Ireland; from what Irish county are they said to originate?
- A.
Wicklow
- B.
Cavan
- C.
Roscommon
- D.
Leitrim
- E.
Waterford
Correct Answer
B. CavanExplanation
Bill O'Reilly's father is said to originate from Cavan, according to the given information.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Bill O'Reilly anchored a show for CBS from 1989 to 1995; what do the initials 'CBS' originally stand for?
Correct Answer
Columbia Broadcasting SystemExplanation
The initials 'CBS' originally stand for Columbia Broadcasting System.Rate this question:
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When Bill O'Reilly was ousted in 2017, Howard Kurtz went on record to say that Bill was "the ________ in the 20-year history at Fox News"
- A.
Least Professional Broadcaster
- B.
Biggest Star
- C.
Ugliest American
- D.
Most Arrogant Man
Correct Answer
B. Biggest StarExplanation
Howard Kurtz stated that Bill O'Reilly was "the biggest star in the 20-year history at Fox News." This implies that Bill O'Reilly was the most famous and influential personality at the network during his time there. Despite any controversies or criticisms surrounding him, Kurtz acknowledges O'Reilly's significant impact and popularity within the industry.Rate this question:
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Between the years 2002 and 2009, Bill O'Reilly hosted 'The ________ Factor' in addition to his work with Fox News.
- A.
Internet
- B.
YouTube
- C.
Radio
- D.
Podcast
Correct Answer
C. RadioExplanation
Between the years 2002 and 2009, Bill O'Reilly hosted 'The [Blank] Factor' in addition to his work with Fox News. The correct answer is Radio. This can be inferred from the fact that Bill O'Reilly is known for his work on television, particularly with Fox News. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that 'The [Blank] Factor' refers to a radio show hosted by him during that time period.Rate this question:
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For how many years was Bill O'Reilly the host of 'The O'Reilly Factor' for Fox News before his employment was terminated?
- A.
9
- B.
12
- C.
16
- D.
21
- E.
27
Correct Answer
D. 21Explanation
Bill O'Reilly was the host of 'The O'Reilly Factor' for Fox News for a total of 21 years before his employment was terminated.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which horror punk musician named their first live album after a line from O'Reilly's infamous "we'll do it live" rant?
- A.
Son of Sam
- B.
AFI
- C.
Misfits
- D.
Wednesday 13
- E.
DieMonsterDie
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D. Wednesday 13Explanation
Wednesday 13 named their first live album after a line from O'Reilly's infamous "we'll do it live" rant.Rate this question:
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- 8.
True or False; Bill O'Reilly was one of the first American broadcasters to report on the dismantling of the Berlin Wall.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Bill O'Reilly was indeed one of the first American broadcasters to report on the dismantling of the Berlin Wall. As a journalist, O'Reilly covered the event extensively and provided live updates and analysis to his audience. His reporting on the historic event helped to inform the American public about the significant developments taking place in Germany and the end of the Cold War era.Rate this question:
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- 9.
On what day of the week was Bill O'Reilly born?
- A.
Monday
- B.
Saturday
- C.
Wednesday
- D.
Friday
- E.
Sunday
- F.
Tuesday
- G.
Thursday
Correct Answer
B. SaturdayExplanation
The question asks for the day of the week on which Bill O'Reilly was born. The correct answer is "Saturday".Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the name of Bill O'Reilly's first published novel?
- A.
Culture Warrior
- B.
The No Spin Zone
- C.
Those Who Trespass
- D.
Who's Looking Out For You?
Correct Answer
C. Those Who TrespassExplanation
"Those Who Trespass" is the correct answer because it was the name of Bill O'Reilly's first published novel.Rate this question:
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