David Robb Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know The Veteran Actor?

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1. Robb performed in two of Richard Norton-Taylor Tricycle Tribunal Plays. What were those?

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Robb performed in two of Richard Norton-Taylor Tricycle Tribunal Plays, namely "The Colour of Justice" and "Half the Picture".

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David Robb Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know The Veteran Actor? - Quiz

He's played everything from Roman generals to compassionate doctors, and quietly shaped our favorite BBC dramas. But let’s get real—how much do you really know about David Robb?

... see moreThis David Robb quiz dives into the full scope of his distinguished career. You’ll be challenged on his breakout turn as Germanicus in I, Claudius, his early roles in The Flame Trees of Thika and First Among Equals, and his long-running portrayal of Dr.  Henry Reeve-Jones on Casualty. We’ll also test your knowledge of his role as Dr.  Clarkson in Downton Abbey, voice-over work in radio dramas and video games (like Star Wars titles), and film appearances in Swing Kids, Hellbound, and The Young Victoria. Few actors bring that rare blend of steady presence and surprising range—does your memory reflect it?

Disclaimer: This quiz won’t land you a walk-on in a BBC drama, but it will show if your knowledge of David Robb goes beyond a single role—or if you’re just scratching the surface.
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2. He was born in London and brought up in _________.

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The correct answer is Edinburgh because the sentence states that he was born in London and brought up in another place. Therefore, the missing word should be a location other than London. Among the given options, Edinburgh is the only location that fits this criteria.

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3. He is famously known as one of the casts in the 1976 BBC production of I, Claudius. What was his role?

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In the 1976 BBC production of I, Claudius, the actor in question played the role of Germanicus. Germanicus was a prominent historical figure and military leader in ancient Rome, known for his victories and popularity among the people. This role would have required the actor to portray the charisma and leadership qualities associated with Germanicus.

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4. All of the the following are true except:
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5. Which was his role in the television drama series 'Downton Abbey'?

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Dr. Clarkson was a character in the television drama series 'Downton Abbey'. He played the role of a doctor in the series.

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6. He and his wife, Briony McRoberts, ran every year in the Edinburgh Marathon to raise money for:

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The correct answer is Leukaemia research. The passage states that the person and his wife participated in the Edinburgh Marathon every year to raise money. Since the options given are Blind children & adults, Leukaemia research, Cancer research, and The Hunger Project, the most likely cause they were raising money for is Leukaemia research.

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7. He played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries titled ___________.

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The correct answer is "Wolf Hall" because the question states that he played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries. "Wolf Hall" is a British miniseries that depicts the life of Thomas Cromwell, a key figure in the court of Henry VIII. Thomas Boleyn is a character in the series, and the actor in question portrayed him.

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8. Her wife committed suicide after struggling with __________ for years.

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The given correct answer is "Anorexia." Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. It often involves severe restriction of food intake, leading to significant weight loss and malnutrition. Anorexia can have severe physical and psychological consequences, including depression, anxiety, and even suicide. The statement suggests that the person's wife struggled with anorexia for years, which ultimately led to her tragic decision to commit suicide.

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9. Which year did they start running in the Edinburgh Marathon?

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The correct answer is 2004 because it is the only option provided that is after the previous year mentioned.

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10. He played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries titled ___________.

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The correct answer is "Wolf Hall" because the question states that the person played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries. "Wolf Hall" is a British miniseries based on the historical novel by Hilary Mantel, which depicts the rise of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII. Thomas Boleyn is a character in the series, making "Wolf Hall" the correct answer.

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Robb performed in two of Richard Norton-Taylor Tricycle Tribunal...
He was born in London and brought up in _________.
He is famously known as one of the casts in the 1976 BBC production of...
All of the the following are true except:
Which was his role in the television drama series 'Downton Abbey'?
He and his wife, Briony McRoberts, ran every year in the Edinburgh...
He played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries titled ___________.
Her wife committed suicide after struggling with __________ for years.
Which year did they start running in the Edinburgh Marathon?
He played as Thomas Boleyn in a British miniseries titled...
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