Famous Mothers: Mother's Day Special Trivia Quiz

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    Who is the celebrity mother of actress Carrie Fisher?

    • Doris Day
    • Debbie Reynolds
    • Burt Reynolds
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About This Quiz

A Mother is the one who teaches and protects us.'She' is the one who keeps us in their womb for nine months with care and suffering pain. The relationship between a child and mother cannot be described in mere words. It's a pure and divine relationship just like a God and disciple. This quiz has been created to test your knowledge about celebrities and their mothers. Let's make this Mother's Day special by taking this quiz. All the best!

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    Actress and screenwriter, most famous for her role as Princess Leia in the 'Star Wars' movies, Carrie Fisher. Mom is a legendary actress from Hollywood's Golden Age. Who is a mom?

    • Elizabeth Taylor

    • Taylor Mane

    • Debbie Reynolds

    Correct Answer
    A. Debbie Reynolds
    Explanation
    Debbie Reynolds is the correct answer because the question states that the person being referred to is an actress and screenwriter who is most famous for her role as Princess Leia in the 'Star Wars' movies. It is then mentioned that her mom is a legendary actress from Hollywood's Golden Age. Debbie Reynolds fits this description as she was an actress and screenwriter known for her role as Princess Leia and her mother, Mary Frances Reynolds, was a well-known actress from Hollywood's Golden Age.

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    For which film is Jamie Lee Curtis's mother most infamously linked?

    • Psycho (she was stabbed to death in the shower)

    • The Birds (She was attacked by pigeons)

    • Rear Window (She was the victim)

    Correct Answer
    A. Psycho (she was stabbed to death in the shower)
    Explanation
    Jamie Lee Curtis's mother, Janet Leigh, is most infamously linked to the film "Psycho." In the film, she portrayed the character Marion Crane, who was famously stabbed to death in the shower by the character Norman Bates. This iconic scene has become one of the most memorable and influential moments in film history, forever associating Janet Leigh with "Psycho" and solidifying her place in cinematic folklore.

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  • 4. 

    Melanie Griffith's mother was terrorized by winged creatures in a famous horror movie, was

    • Bridgette Bardot

    • Tippi Hedren

    • Sophia Loren

    Correct Answer
    A. Tippi Hedren
    Explanation
    In the famous horror movie, Melanie Griffith's mother was terrorized by winged creatures. The correct answer, Tippi Hedren, is an actress who starred in the movie "The Birds" directed by Alfred Hitchcock. In this film, Hedren's character is attacked and terrorized by flocks of birds, making her the appropriate choice for the given question.

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    Oscar winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow. Her mother is also an actress. Who is she?

    • Piper Laurie

    • Lee Remik

    • Blythe Danner

    Correct Answer
    A. Blythe Danner
    Explanation
    Gwyneth Paltrow's mother is Blythe Danner.

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  • 6. 

    What flower symbolizes Mothers Day?

    • Red Rose

    • White Carnation

    • Daffodil

    Correct Answer
    A. White Carnation
    Explanation
    The white carnation symbolizes Mother's Day because it is believed to represent the purity, love, and sweetness of a mother's love. This flower has been associated with Mother's Day since its inception and is often used to honor and appreciate mothers on this special day. The white color of the carnation also signifies the purity and innocence of a mother's love and the deep respect and admiration that children have for their mothers.

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    Actress Joely Fisher is Carrie's younger sister, they do not, however, share the same mother. Mom is an actress and singer. Who is a mom?

    • Connie Stevens

    • Doris Day

    • Liza Minelli

    Correct Answer
    A. Connie Stevens
    Explanation
    Connie Stevens is the correct answer because the question states that Carrie and Joely Fisher do not share the same mother, implying that their mother is someone else. Among the given options, Connie Stevens is the only one who is an actress and singer, fitting the description of "mom" in the question.

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  • 8. 

    Marie Curie and her daughter Irene-Joliot Curie both won Nobel Prizes for their work in which field?

    • Radioactivity

    • Medicine

    • Physics

    • Biology

    Correct Answer
    A. Radioactivity
    Explanation
    Marie Curie and her daughter Irene-Joliot Curie both won Nobel Prizes for their work in the field of radioactivity. Marie Curie's groundbreaking research on radioactivity led to the discovery of two new elements, polonium and radium, and she became the first woman to win a Nobel Prize in Physics in 1903. Irene-Joliot Curie, following in her mother's footsteps, conducted important research on artificial radioactivity and received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1935. Their contributions to the understanding of radioactivity have had a profound impact on the fields of physics and chemistry.

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  • 9. 

    When was the first Mother's Day observed?

    • May 1, 1808

    • May 10, 1901

    • May 10, 1908

    Correct Answer
    A. May 10, 1908
    Explanation
    In 1908, the first official Mother's Day was observed on May 10th. This day was chosen by Anna Jarvis, who wanted to honor her own mother and all mothers for their love and sacrifices. The celebration gained popularity and eventually became a recognized holiday in the United States.

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    Who is the youngest mother in history?

    • Lina Medina 5 years and 7 months

    • Joanna Macklin 6 years, 3 months

    • Janine O'Leary 8 years, 9 months

    Correct Answer
    A. Lina Medina 5 years and 7 months
    Explanation
    Lina Medina is the youngest mother in history, having given birth at the age of 5 years and 7 months. This is an astonishingly young age for someone to become a mother, as it is well below the average age of puberty onset. Lina's case is particularly unique and rare, as she was found to have a condition called precocious puberty, which caused her to reach sexual maturity at an extremely early age.

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    When is Mother's Day typically celebrated in the United States?

    • Second Sunday in May

    • Last Sunday in April

    • First Sunday in June

    • Third Sunday in March

    Correct Answer
    A. Second Sunday in May
    Explanation
    Mother's Day in the United States is traditionally celebrated on the second Sunday in May. This day is dedicated to honoring mothers and mother figures for their contributions and sacrifices. Options B, C, and D represent incorrect dates for Mother's Day celebrations in the United States.

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    Who is the celebrity daughter of Judy Garland who had a short lived marriage to David Gest?(Clue: An oscar winning musical actress

    Correct Answer
    Liza Minnelli
    Explanation
    Liza Minnelli is the correct answer to this question because she is the celebrity daughter of Judy Garland and is also an Oscar-winning musical actress. Additionally, she had a short-lived marriage to David Gest.

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