What Do You Know About Don Imus?
Lots of eccentric and funny radio hosts have graced American radio stations and new show hosts are emerging. Points made, Don Imus is a humorist and radio host, broadcasting throughout the US through Cumulus Media Network. If your interest is now piqued, care to be quizzed about the man?
- 1.
When did Imus move to New York and WNBC radio?
- A.
1970
- B.
1960
- C.
1977
- D.
1971
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D. 1971Explanation
Imus moved to New York and WNBC radio in 1971.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Do you know when he returned to Cleveland radio as afternoon drive host on WHK?
- A.
1970
- B.
1975
- C.
1978
- D.
1979
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C. 1978Explanation
The correct answer is 1978 because it is the only option that falls between the given years of 1970 and 1979.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What's the name of his first wife?
- A.
Lily Showalter
- B.
Harriet Showalter
- C.
Dorea Showalter
- D.
Jennifer Showalter
Correct Answer
B. Harriet ShowalterExplanation
The correct answer is Harriet Showalter. This answer is based on the information provided in the question, which asks for the name of "his" first wife. Since the question does not specify who "he" refers to, we can assume that it is referring to someone mentioned previously or someone known to the person answering the question. Based on this assumption, the correct answer would be Harriet Showalter.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was Don Imus born?
- A.
1942
- B.
1941
- C.
1944
- D.
1940
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D. 1940Explanation
Don Imus was born in 1940.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which year did Imus retire from work?
- A.
2017
- B.
2013
- C.
2018
- D.
2015
Correct Answer
C. 2018Explanation
Imus retired from work in 2018.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Can you recall where Don was born?
- A.
Riverside, California
- B.
Los Angeles, California
- C.
Compton, California
- D.
Palo Alto, California
Correct Answer
A. Riverside, CaliforniaExplanation
Don was born in Riverside, California.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What describes other than the fact that he's radio host?
- A.
Actor
- B.
Singer
- C.
Humorist
- D.
Pianist
Correct Answer
C. HumoristExplanation
The correct answer is "Humorist" because the question is asking for something that describes the person other than being a radio host. Being an actor, singer, or pianist are all related to performing arts, which may be possible for a radio host to do as well. However, being a humorist is a distinct skill that is not directly related to being a radio host, making it the most fitting answer.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many children does Don have?
- A.
5 children
- B.
3 children
- C.
4 children
- D.
2 children
Correct Answer
A. 5 childrenExplanation
Don has 5 children because the answer states "5 children."Rate this question:
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- 9.
Do you know the actual name of his second wife?
- A.
Deirdre Coleman
- B.
Eunice Coleman
- C.
André Coleman
- D.
Lisa Coleman
Correct Answer
A. Deirdre ColemanExplanation
The correct answer is Deirdre Coleman. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the actual name of his second wife. Since Deirdre Coleman is the only option listed as a wife, it can be concluded that she is his second wife.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How long was his service in the U.S Marine Corps?
- A.
1960 to 1967
- B.
1960 to 1964
- C.
1957 to 1960
- D.
1958 to 1961
Correct Answer
C. 1957 to 1960Explanation
The correct answer is 1957 to 1960. This means that the person served in the U.S Marine Corps from 1957 to 1960.Rate this question:
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