Who Is Anderson Cooper?

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Anderson Cooper is an American journalist and TV personality and is the anchor of the CNN news show Anderson Cooper 360. Take the quiz now and challenge your knowledge.

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1.

He is an alumnus of what university?
- A.
  
  University of Oxford
- B.
  
  University of Cambridge
- C.
  
  Harvard University
- D.
  
  Yale University
Correct Answer
D. Yale University

Explanation
The correct answer is Yale University. This indicates that the person in question is a former student of Yale University.

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2.

How old is he?
- A.
  
  41
- B.
  
  48
- C.
  
  50
- D.
  
  53
Correct Answer
B. 48

Explanation
The correct answer is 48 because it is the only option that matches the question "How old is he?" The other options do not provide any information about his age.

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3.

Anderson announces that he's gay, who is his dating partner?
- A.
  
  Elton John
- B.
  
  Ian McKellen
- C.
  
  Giorgio Armani
- D.
  
  Benjamin Maisani
Correct Answer
D. Benjamin Maisani

Explanation
The given correct answer, Benjamin Maisani, suggests that Anderson is dating him after announcing that he is gay.

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4.

He is a descendant of what prominent shipping and railroad fortune?
- A.
  
  Trump
- B.
  
  Vanderbilt
- C.
  
  Cooper
- D.
  
  Sherman
Correct Answer
B. Vanderbilt

Explanation
The correct answer is Vanderbilt. This is because the question asks about the prominent shipping and railroad fortune that the person is a descendant of, and the Vanderbilt family is well-known for their significant contributions to both industries.

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5.

Anderson published a book in 2006 that portrays his various countries. What is the book's title?
- A.
  
  The Day Without Rain
- B.
  
  Places Beyond
- C.
  
  Finding Your Roots
- D.
  
  Dispatches From The Edge
Correct Answer
D. Dispatches From The Edge

Explanation
The correct answer is "Dispatches From The Edge". This book, published by Anderson in 2006, explores his experiences and perspectives from different countries. The title "Dispatches From The Edge" suggests that the book delves into unique and perhaps challenging situations, providing readers with an inside look at the world through Anderson's eyes.

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6.

He was an intern of what agency during his college days?
- A.
  
  NASA
- B.
  
  Central Intelligence Agency
- C.
  
  Pentagon
- D.
  
  Federal Bureau of Investigation
Correct Answer
B. Central Intelligence Agency

Explanation
During his college days, he was an intern of the Central Intelligence Agency.

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7.

Aside from his TV career, Anderson was also a model under what company?
- A.
  
  Elite Management
- B.
  
  Miami Modelling Agency
- C.
  
  K Models
- D.
  
  Ford Models
Correct Answer
D. Ford Models

Explanation
Anderson was a model under Ford Models.

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8.

Anderson was born in what place?
- A.
  
  New York
- B.
  
  California
- C.
  
  England
- D.
  
  Dublin
Correct Answer
A. New York

Explanation
Anderson was born in New York.

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