Who Is Lin-manuel Miranda?
Once there was Beethowen, and now, there's Lin-Manuel Miranda. New York born and raised, this composer is one of the best America's got. Miranda's also a lyricist, playwright, actor, and the star of today's quiz.
- 1.
How many Tony nominations did Miranda's "In The Heights" get?
- A.
3
- B.
13
- C.
23
- D.
7
Correct Answer
B. 13Explanation
"In The Heights" received 13 Tony nominations. This indicates that the play was highly regarded and recognized in the theater industry. The large number of nominations suggests that the production was well-received by critics and audiences, and was considered to be of high quality in various aspects such as acting, music, and production design. The nominations could have included categories such as Best Musical, Best Original Score, Best Performance by a Leading Actor/Actress, and more. Overall, the 13 Tony nominations highlight the success and acclaim of "In The Heights" in the theater world.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Name Miranda's character from "In the Heights"!
- A.
Kevin
- B.
Sonny
- C.
Benny
- D.
Usnavi
Correct Answer
D. UsnaviExplanation
Usnavi is the correct answer because he is the main character in the musical "In the Heights". He is a young bodega owner who dreams of returning to his home country, the Dominican Republic. Usnavi's character is known for his optimism, wit, and determination to achieve his goals.Rate this question:
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- 3.
For which newspaper did Miranda write?
- A.
Metro Spirit
- B.
Manhattan Times
- C.
News Guardian
- D.
The Gazette
Correct Answer
B. Manhattan TimesExplanation
Miranda wrote for the Manhattan Times newspaper.Rate this question:
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- 4.
For which musical did Miranda co-write lyrics and the music?
- A.
School of Rock: Musical
- B.
The Wizard of Oz: Musical
- C.
Bring It On: The Musical
- D.
Frozen: Musical
Correct Answer
C. Bring It On: The MusicalExplanation
Miranda co-wrote the lyrics and music for the musical "Bring It On."Rate this question:
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- 5.
In which TV series did Miranda make an appearance?
- A.
Modern Family
- B.
The Big Bang Theory
- C.
Younger
- D.
Jane the Virgin
Correct Answer
A. Modern FamilyExplanation
Miranda made an appearance in the TV series Modern Family.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In which NBC drama did Miranda have a role?
- A.
The Blacklist
- B.
This Is Us
- C.
Do No Harm
- D.
Shades of Blue
Correct Answer
C. Do No HarmExplanation
Miranda had a role in the NBC drama "Do No Harm".Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which popular Broadway musical did Miranda create?
- A.
Anastasia
- B.
SpongeBob SquarePants
- C.
Wicked
- D.
Hamilton
Correct Answer
D. HamiltonExplanation
Miranda created the popular Broadway musical "Hamilton." This critically acclaimed musical, inspired by the life of Alexander Hamilton, has gained immense popularity for its innovative storytelling, diverse cast, and fusion of hip-hop, R&B, and traditional Broadway music. Miranda wrote the music, lyrics, and book for the show, which has won numerous awards and has had a significant cultural impact since its debut in 2015.Rate this question:
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- 8.
For Which Disney animated movie did Miranda compose a soundtrack?
- A.
Moana
- B.
Frozen
- C.
Tangled
- D.
Zootopia
Correct Answer
A. MoanaExplanation
Miranda composed the soundtrack for the Disney animated movie Moana.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which one of these prizes Miranda didn't win?
- A.
Tony
- B.
Emmy
- C.
Grammy
- D.
Oscar
Correct Answer
D. OscarExplanation
Miranda didn't win the Oscar prize.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When did Miranda win a Pulitzer prize?
- A.
In 2010
- B.
In 2016
- C.
In 2017
- D.
In 2014
Correct Answer
B. In 2016Explanation
Miranda won a Pulitzer prize in 2016.Rate this question:
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