What Do You Know About Russell Simmons? Trivia Quiz
This quiz assesses your knowledge about Russell Simmon's life. He is an American writer, entrepreneur, film producer, and chief executive officer of Rush Communications. He is the brain behind Def Jam music label and several clothing lines such as Tantris and Phat Farm. Russell Simmons discovered his passion for music in childhood. What do you know about him?
- 1.
How much was he worth in 2011?
- A.
$340 million
- B.
$233 million
- C.
$483 million
- D.
$241 million
Correct Answer
A. $340 millionExplanation
In 2011, he was worth $340 million.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of these businesses is not owned by him?
- A.
Global Grind
- B.
Amazon Tetris
- C.
Phat Farm
- D.
All Def Digital
Correct Answer
B. Amazon TetrisExplanation
The question asks which business is not owned by him. The businesses listed are Global Grind, Phat Farm, and All Def Digital. Out of these options, Amazon Tetris is not mentioned as one of the businesses owned by him. Therefore, Amazon Tetris is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When did he get remarried to Kimora Lee?
- A.
1993
- B.
1991
- C.
1993
- D.
1998
Correct Answer
D. 1998Explanation
The correct answer is 1998. This means that the person got remarried to Kimora Lee in the year 1998.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the name of his brother?
- A.
Arthur
- B.
Edward
- C.
Richard
- D.
Daniel
Correct Answer
D. Daniel -
- 5.
What is his relationship with Joseph Simmons?
- A.
Father
- B.
Cousin
- C.
Uncle
- D.
Brother
Correct Answer
D. BrotherExplanation
The given answer, "Brother," suggests that the person in question has a sibling relationship with Joseph Simmons. This means that they share at least one parent and are part of the same family.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When did he graduate from High School?
- A.
1978
- B.
1965
- C.
1975
- D.
1979
Correct Answer
C. 1975Explanation
He graduated from High School in 1975.Rate this question:
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- 7.
When was he awarded an honorary doctorate degree by Claremont Lincoln University?
- A.
1991
- B.
1993
- C.
2003
- D.
2004
Correct Answer
D. 2004 -
- 8.
Who cofounded Def Jam with him?
- A.
Matt Stewart
- B.
Joshua Bells
- C.
Mark Walter
- D.
Rick Rubin
Correct Answer
D. Rick RubinExplanation
Rick Rubin is the correct answer because he is one of the co-founders of Def Jam. Def Jam is a famous record label that was established in 1984 by Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons. Together, they played a significant role in shaping the hip-hop and rap music industry, signing influential artists such as LL Cool J, Public Enemy, and Beastie Boys.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When did he start Def Jam?
- A.
1979
- B.
1983
- C.
1981
- D.
1989
Correct Answer
B. 1983Explanation
He started Def Jam in 1983.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When was he featured in Krush Groove?
- A.
1987
- B.
1989
- C.
1985
- D.
1988
Correct Answer
C. 1985Explanation
The correct answer is 1985 because Krush Groove is a film that was released in 1985. The question is asking about the year in which he was featured in this film, and the only option that matches the release year of the film is 1985.Rate this question:
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