Trivia Quiz On Edgar Rice Burroughs

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1/10 Questions

How many children did he have?
- 6
- 3
- 4
- 5

About This Quiz

Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American fictional writer widely known for his more appreciated and adventurous fiction genres. Among the most notable of his creations are the jungle hero Tarzan, the heroic Mars adventurer John Carter and many more. What do you know about Edgar? Take our quiz to find out

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2.

How old was Edgar when he died?
- 70
- 71
- 73
- 74
Correct Answer

A. 74

Explanation

Edgar was 74 years old when he died.

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3.

Who was his wife?
- Daniele David
- Tony Dunk
- Rachael Stone
- Emma Hulbert
Correct Answer

A. Emma Hulbert

Explanation

The correct answer is Emma Hulbert. This suggests that the person in question had a wife named Emma Hulbert.

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4.

Where was he educated?
- Chicago
- Dallas
- New York
- London
Correct Answer

A. Chicago

Explanation

He was educated in Chicago.

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5.

What made Edgar ineligible to serve in the army?
- Height
- Heart problem
- Weight
- Incompetency
Correct Answer

A. Heart problem

Explanation

Edgar was ineligible to serve in the army due to his heart problem. This condition likely posed a risk to his health and could potentially be exacerbated by the physical demands and stress of military service.

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6.

What year was Edgar given birth to?
- 1884
- 1885
- 1888
- 1875
Correct Answer

A. 1875

Explanation

Edgar was born in 1875.

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7.

What year did they marry?
- 1990
- 1991
- 1992
- 1993
Correct Answer

A. 1990

Explanation

The year they married is 1990 because it is the first option listed and there is no information provided in the question to suggest any other year.

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8.

What year did they birth their last child?
- 1934
- 1994
- 1913
- 1922
Correct Answer

A. 1913
9.

Which other business did Edgar engage himself in after leaving the military?
- Philosophy
- Cowboy
- Cook
- Teacher
Correct Answer

A. Cowboy

Explanation

After leaving the military, Edgar engaged himself in the business of being a cowboy. This means that he most likely worked with cattle, either as a rancher or a cowboy on a ranch. Cowboys are responsible for herding and taking care of cattle, as well as performing various tasks related to ranching and livestock management.

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10.

Which of the following was Edgar initially into?
- Law
- Dancing
- Philosophy
- Military
Correct Answer

A. Military

Explanation

Edgar was initially into the military.

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