A Beautiful Mind Movie Trivia Quiz!

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    This movie has made you realize that you CAN overcome any obstacle if you just put your mind to it?

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Have you seen the 2001 popular film, "A Beautiful Mind?" If yes, try this 'A Beautiful Mind Movie Trivia Quiz' that we've designed below. A beautiful mind is a biographical drama film based on the life of a mathematician named John Nash. The movie stars some really amazing actors, including Russel Crowe and Jennifer Connelly. If you haven't watched the movie yet, go watch it and return to this quiz!

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  • 2. 

    What illness did the main character suffer from?

    • Bipolar disorder

    • Insomnia

    • Schizophrenia

    • Malkins syndrome

    Correct Answer
    A. Schizophrenia
    Explanation
    The main character in the story suffered from schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by abnormal social behavior, disorganized speech, and a decreased ability to understand reality. People with schizophrenia may experience hallucinations, delusions, and difficulty in thinking and concentrating. This illness is often chronic and requires long-term treatment and support.

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  • 3. 

    Why do the other professors lay their pens at the table of a fellow professor?

    • Ran out of ink

    • Symbolize acknowledgement of a great accomplishment

    • Seeking an autograph

    • Request for permission to audit his course

    Correct Answer
    A. Symbolize acknowledgement of a great accomplishment
    Explanation
    The other professors laying their pens at the table of a fellow professor symbolizes acknowledgement of a great accomplishment. This act suggests that the professor has achieved something significant or noteworthy, and the other professors are showing their respect and recognition for this achievement. It is a gesture of admiration and appreciation for the professor's accomplishments.

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  • 4. 

    Which university did the main character attend?

    • Harvard

    • Yale

    • Princeton

    • West Virginia

    Correct Answer
    A. Princeton
    Explanation
    The main character attended Princeton University.

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  • 5. 

    Which global prize did John Nash win?

    • Nobel Prize

    • Burrow Medal of Excellence

    • Purple Heart

    • J.D. Powers award

    Correct Answer
    A. Nobel Prize
    Explanation
    John Nash won the Nobel Prize.

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  • 6. 

    What is the name of the main character in A Beautiful Mind?

    • John Nixon

    • James Nash

    • James Nixon

    • John Nash

    Correct Answer
    A. John Nash
    Explanation
    The main character in the movie A Beautiful Mind is named John Nash.

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  • 7. 

    How did the main character meet his wife?

    • She was a fellow teacher

    • She was his student

    • She worked at the local pub

    • She was a blind date set up by a friend

    Correct Answer
    A. She was his student
    Explanation
    The main character met his wife when she was his student. This suggests that they initially had a teacher-student relationship, which eventually developed into a romantic one.

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  • 8. 

    How did John finally convince himself that the imaginary people he saw were not real?

    • The little girl never grew older

    • Charles never shaved

    • Parcher's watch always showed the same time

    • New medication

    Correct Answer
    A. The little girl never grew older
    Explanation
    John finally convinced himself that the imaginary people he saw were not real because the little girl never grew older. This suggests that the people he saw were figments of his imagination, as real people naturally age over time. The fact that the little girl remained the same age indicated that she was not a real person and therefore not part of his reality.

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  • 9. 

    What is the name of the main character's wife?

    • Melinda

    • Alicia

    • Marcie

    • Helen

    Correct Answer
    A. Alicia
    Explanation
    The question asks for the name of the main character's wife. The correct answer is Alicia.

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  • 10. 

    What did William Parcher ask Nash to do to help his country?

    • Spy on professors at the university

    • Break hidden codes in magazines

    • Create an unsolveable mathematical equation

    • Spy on Dr. Rosen

    Correct Answer
    A. Break hidden codes in magazines
    Explanation
    William Parcher asked Nash to break hidden codes in magazines to help his country. This task would involve deciphering secret messages or information that were concealed within the content of the magazines. By successfully decoding these hidden codes, Nash would be able to provide valuable intelligence or insights that could potentially aid his country in some way.

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  • 11. 

    What was the name of the imaginary college room mate?

    • Charlie

    • William

    • Charles

    • Preston

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Charles. This implies that the name of the imaginary college room mate is Charles.

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  • 12. 

    What was the name of the physician who treated John Nash?

    • Dr. Rosen

    • Dr. Nash

    • Dr. Hellinger

    • Dr. Pepper

    Correct Answer
    A. Dr. Rosen
    Explanation
    Dr. Rosen is the correct answer because in the movie "A Beautiful Mind," which is based on the life of John Nash, Dr. Rosen is portrayed as his psychiatrist. Dr. Rosen helps Nash in his struggle with schizophrenia and plays a significant role in his treatment and recovery. Therefore, Dr. Rosen is the physician who treated John Nash.

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  • 13. 

    Which government agency did the character William Parcher work for?

    • Department of Defense

    • NASA

    • Department of Education

    • Internal Revenue Service

    Correct Answer
    A. Department of Defense
    Explanation
    The character William Parcher worked for the Department of Defense.

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  • 14. 

    Who did Nash believe was spying on him?

    • FBI

    • CIA

    • Russians

    • State Police

    Correct Answer
    A. Russians
    Explanation
    Nash believed that the Russians were spying on him.

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  • 15. 

    In the end, how did Nash learn to cope with seeing imaginary people?

    • Medication

    • Hypnosis

    • Simply chose to ignore them

    • Shock treatments

    Correct Answer
    A. Simply chose to ignore them
    Explanation
    Nash learned to cope with seeing imaginary people by simply choosing to ignore them. This implies that instead of engaging with or acknowledging the presence of these imaginary people, Nash made a deliberate decision to disregard them. This coping strategy allowed him to maintain a sense of control and focus on reality, effectively minimizing the impact of his hallucinations on his daily life.

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  • 16. 

    What did the main character's wife give him that he held onto for inspiration?

    • Book

    • Handkerchief

    • Poem

    • Ring

    Correct Answer
    A. Handkerchief
    Explanation
    The main character's wife gave him a handkerchief that he held onto for inspiration. This handkerchief likely held sentimental value and served as a reminder of his wife's love and support. It could have been a symbol of their relationship and provided him with comfort and motivation during challenging times.

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  • 17. 

    What was Nash's opinion of attending class?

    • "You must go!"

    • "It will dull your mind"

    • "Great way to pick up girls"

    • "Great way to catch up on sleep"

    Correct Answer
    A. "It will dull your mind"
    Explanation
    Nash's opinion of attending class was that it will dull your mind.

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  • 18. 

    What was the imaginary little girl's name in the movie?

    • Marcie

    • Melinda

    • Martha

    • Mindy

    Correct Answer
    A. Marcie
    Explanation
    In the movie, the imaginary little girl's name was Marcie.

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  • 19. 

    Upon returning to the university, where was Nash's office located?

    • Helllinger's old office

    • Dining hall

    • Library

    • Basketball arena

    Correct Answer
    A. Library
    Explanation
    Nash's office was located in the library upon returning to the university.

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  • 20. 

    What prestigious field placement did Nash receive after graduating college?

    • Wheeler Lab

    • NASA home base

    • Smithsonian Institute

    • Harvard School of Law

    Correct Answer
    A. Wheeler Lab
    Explanation
    After graduating college, Nash received a prestigious field placement at Wheeler Lab.

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