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1/10 Questions

When was the Oscars first televised?
- 1953
- 1955
- 1978
- 1959

About This Quiz

When talent and hard work is appreciated, the winners are spurred to do more! The ultimate Oscars are the winners of the Academy awards. The event in which the winners of the awards are announced usually features performances by international acts as well as fashion shows. Attempt this quiz if you are in the know.

2.

Why was the 40th ceremony of the Oscars postponed?
- Poor logistics
- Poor finances
- Martin Luther's assassination
- Martin Luther's poor health
Correct Answer

A. Martin Luther's assassination

Explanation

The 40th ceremony of the Oscars was postponed due to Martin Luther's assassination. This event would have had a significant impact on the nation and would have caused a period of mourning and reflection. It would have been considered inappropriate to hold a celebratory event like the Oscars during such a time of national tragedy.

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3.

How many Oscar awards are in the honorary category?
- Four awards
- Twelve awards
- Nine awards
- Seven awards
Correct Answer

A. Four awards

Explanation

The honorary category at the Oscars is a special category where awards are given to individuals or organizations for their exceptional contributions to the film industry. The correct answer is "Four awards" because there are four honorary awards given at the Oscars. These awards are not given every year and are instead decided by the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Recipients of these awards are recognized for their lifetime achievements, humanitarian efforts, or other significant contributions to the film industry.

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4.

How many categories of the award are based on merit?
- 20 categories
- 19 categories
- 24 categories
- 29 categories
Correct Answer

A. 24 categories

Explanation

There are 24 categories of the award that are based on merit.

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5.

Who originally sculpted the Oscar award?
- Mark Philips
- James Stewart
- John Herbert
- George Stanley
Correct Answer

A. George Stanley

Explanation

George Stanley is the correct answer because he was the original sculptor of the Oscar award. He designed the iconic gold statuette in 1928, which has since become the symbol of the Academy Awards. Stanley's design featured a knight holding a sword standing on a reel of film, representing the arts and sciences of the film industry. His contribution to the creation of the Oscar award has had a lasting impact on the world of cinema.

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6.

Where is the 2009 Best Picture winner released?
- 2010
- 2008
- 2008
- 2005
Correct Answer

A. 2008

Explanation

The 2009 Best Picture winner was released in 2008.

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7.

How many categories of the Oscars has been discontinued?
- 17 categories
- 19 categories
- 15 categories
- 32 categories
Correct Answer

A. 15 categories

Explanation

The correct answer is 15 categories. This means that there have been 15 categories of the Oscars that have been discontinued.

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8.

When was the 29th Oscars ceremony?
- March 27, 1957
- February 19, 1959
- June 16, 1953
- September 17, 1956
Correct Answer

A. March 27, 1957

Explanation

The 29th Oscars ceremony took place on March 27, 1957.

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9.

When was the Oscars first broadcast on radio?
- 1932
- 1947
- 1930
- 1944
Correct Answer

A. 1930

Explanation

The Oscars were first broadcast on radio in 1930.

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10.

How many rules must be satisfied before a film can be nominated for any Oscar award?
- Four rules
- Three rules
- Seven rules
- Twelve rules
Correct Answer

A. Four rules

Explanation

To be nominated for any Oscar award, a film must satisfy four rules. This means that there are specific criteria or requirements that a film must meet in order to be considered for an Oscar nomination. These rules could include factors such as the film's release date, its running time, the number of screenings it has had, or the eligibility of the film's cast and crew. By satisfying these four rules, a film becomes eligible for nomination and can be considered for an Oscar award.

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