Test Your Knowledge About Burt Reynolds!

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Burt Reynolds was a legendary American actor born on 11th, February 1938. He was good looking and had a charming personality; a feature that saw him steal the hearts of audiences in the '70s. A turning point in his career was when he starred in the movie deliverance in 1972 and also posed nude for the magazine Cosmopolitan in that same year. Some of his great works include Dan August, The Longest Yard, Evening Shade, Smokey and the Bandit, and boogie nights. Test your knowledge about Burt Reynolds with this trivia quiz.

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1.

How much was Reynolds offered to jump through a glass window on TV?
- A.
  
  $100
- B.
  
  $150
- C.
  
  $200
- D.
  
  $300
Correct Answer
B. $150

Explanation
Reynolds was offered $150 to jump through a glass window on TV.

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2.

Which movie did Burt Reynolds fire his agent for, and later won a Golden Globe for his role in the movie?
- A.
  
  Boogie nights
- B.
  
  Evening Shade
- C.
  
  Starting Over
- D.
  
  Dan August
Correct Answer
A. Boogie nights

Explanation
Burt Reynolds fired his agent for the movie "Boogie Nights" because he initially thought the film was a pornography film due to its subject matter. However, after seeing the final product and receiving critical acclaim for his role as porn director Jack Horner, Reynolds later won a Golden Globe for his performance in the movie.

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3.

What is the name of the first video game Reynolds played a voice role?
- A.
  
  Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- B.
  
  Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City
- C.
  
  Saints Row: The Third
- D.
  
  Halo: Combat Evolved
Correct Answer
A. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

Explanation
Reynolds played a voice role in the video game Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.

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4.

Which year did Reynolds lose a Razzie award to Marlon Brando?
- A.
  
  1990
- B.
  
  1995
- C.
  
  1999
- D.
  
  2005
Correct Answer
C. 1999

Explanation
In 1999, Reynolds lost a Razzie award to Marlon Brando. This suggests that Reynolds was nominated for a Razzie award in that year and Brando ended up winning the award instead. The question does not provide any further information about the specific award or the reason for Reynolds' nomination.

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5.

What football position did Reynolds play at Florida State University?
- A.
  
  Fullback
- B.
  
  Halfback
- C.
  
  Quarterback
- D.
  
  Running Back
Correct Answer
B. Halfback

Explanation
Reynolds played the halfback position at Florida State University. This position is typically responsible for both running the ball and catching passes. Halfbacks are versatile players who can provide offensive support in various ways, making them an important asset to the team.

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6.

How many times did Reynolds play a voice role in a video game?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  4
Correct Answer
B. 2

Explanation
Reynolds played a voice role in a video game two times.

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7.

Which movie did Reynolds describe as the most dangerous movie he's ever made?
- A.
  
  Boogie Nights
- B.
  
  Evening Shade
- C.
  
  Deliverance
- D.
  
  Cannon Run
Correct Answer
C. Deliverance

Explanation
In the movie "Deliverance," Reynolds described it as the most dangerous movie he's ever made.

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8.

Who replaced Burt Reynolds after Marlon Brandon threatened to leave as a cast member in "The Godfather"?
- A.
  
  Bruce Willis
- B.
  
  Al Pacino
- C.
  
  Clint Eastwood
- D.
  
  Richard Gere
Correct Answer
B. Al Pacino

Explanation
Marlon Brando threatened to leave the cast of "The Godfather" if Burt Reynolds was not replaced. As a result, Al Pacino was brought in to replace Reynolds and went on to deliver a memorable performance as Michael Corleone in the film.

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9.

Who did Reynolds describe as the love of his life?
- A.
  
  Sally Field
- B.
  
  Judy Carne
- C.
  
  Dinah Shore
- D.
  
  Loni Anderson
Correct Answer
A. Sally Field

Explanation
Reynolds described Sally Field as the love of his life.

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10.

What year did Reynolds appear in Angel Baby?
- A.
  
  1961
- B.
  
  1971
- C.
  
  1981
- D.
  
  1991
Correct Answer
A. 1961

Explanation
Reynolds appeared in the movie Angel Baby in 1961.

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