Die Hard (1988) Movie Quiz

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  • 1. 

    What building is terrorized in the 1988 movie "Die Hard"?

    • A.

      Yakatori Plaza

    • B.

      Yoshi Plaza

    • C.

      Nakitomi Plaza

    • D.

      Sears Tower

    Correct Answer
    C. Nakitomi Plaza
    Explanation
    In the 1988 movie "Die Hard," the building that is terrorized is Nakitomi Plaza. This iconic skyscraper serves as the primary setting for the film's events, as a group of terrorists takes control of the building during a Christmas party. The protagonist, John McClane, played by Bruce Willis, must navigate the building and outsmart the terrorists in order to save the hostages and stop their plans. Nakitomi Plaza has become synonymous with the "Die Hard" franchise and is a key element of its storyline.

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  • 2. 

    Who played Simon in "Die Hard III"?

    • A.

      Jeremy Irons

    • B.

      Jackie Chan

    • C.

      John Travolta

    • D.

      Bruce Willis

    Correct Answer
    A. Jeremy Irons
    Explanation
    Jeremy Irons played the character of Simon in "Die Hard III." He is a well-known actor who has appeared in various films and TV shows. Irons is known for his versatile acting skills and has received critical acclaim for his performances. In "Die Hard III," he portrayed the role of the cunning and intelligent villain, Simon, opposite Bruce Willis' character, John McClane. Irons' portrayal of Simon added depth and intensity to the film, making him the correct answer to the question.

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  • 3. 

    What was Bruce Willis' character's name is "Die Hard"?

    • A.

      John McCleary

    • B.

      John McClane

    • C.

      Jack McCleary

    • D.

      Jack McClancey

    Correct Answer
    B. John McClane
    Explanation
    In the movie "Die Hard," Bruce Willis' character's name is John McClane.

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  • 4. 

    In what movie does New York cop John McClane arrive in Los Angeles on Christmas Eve?

    • A.

      Dragnet

    • B.

      Die Hard

    • C.

      Beverly Hills Cop

    • D.

      Shaft

    Correct Answer
    B. Die Hard
    Explanation
    Die Hard is the correct answer to the question. The movie follows New York cop John McClane as he arrives in Los Angeles on Christmas Eve. The film is known for its action-packed plot and memorable one-liners, and it has become a classic in the action genre.

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  • 5. 

    Which actress married the star of "Die Hard"?

    • A.

      Anne Heche

    • B.

      Courteney Cox

    • C.

      Barbra Streisand

    • D.

      Demi Moore

    Correct Answer
    D. Demi Moore
    Explanation
    Demi Moore is the correct answer because she married Bruce Willis, who is the star of the "Die Hard" film series. They were married from 1987 to 2000 and have three children together.

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  • 6. 

    Which 1988 movie has this as its tagline, "40 Stories Of Sheer Adventure!"?

    • A.

      Stigmata

    • B.

      Die Hard

    • C.

      An Officer And A Gentleman

    • D.

      Shattered

    Correct Answer
    B. Die Hard
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Die Hard. The tagline "40 Stories Of Sheer Adventure!" refers to the setting of the movie, which takes place in a 40-story office building that is taken over by terrorists. The film follows the protagonist, John McClane, as he fights against the terrorists and attempts to save the hostages. The tagline suggests that the movie is filled with thrilling and action-packed moments, emphasizing the intense and adventurous nature of the story.

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  • 7. 

    The tagline "Die Harder" comes from which 1990 movie?

    • A.

      The Little Mermaid

    • B.

      Grand Canyon

    • C.

      Die Hard 2

    • D.

      From Dusk Till Dawn

    Correct Answer
    C. Die Hard 2
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Die Hard 2. The tagline "Die Harder" is associated with this 1990 movie.

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  • 8. 

    Who directed the 1988 thriller, "Die Hard"?

    • A.

      Stuart Baird

    • B.

      Penny Marshall

    • C.

      Jack Nicholson

    • D.

      John Mctiernan

    Correct Answer
    D. John Mctiernan
    Explanation
    John McTiernan directed the 1988 thriller "Die Hard."

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  • 9. 

    What 1988 movie included the characters named Argyle, Limo Driver and LAPD Deputy Chief Dwayne T. Robinson?

    • A.

      Conspiracy Theory

    • B.

      Diabolique

    • C.

      Die Hard

    • D.

      The Pledge

    Correct Answer
    C. Die Hard
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Die Hard. This 1988 movie includes characters named Argyle, Limo Driver, and LAPD Deputy Chief Dwayne T. Robinson.

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  • 10. 

    What movie directed by Renny Harlin starred Dennis Franz and William Atherton?

    • A.

      48 Hrs

    • B.

      Die Hard 2

    • C.

      Biloxi Blues

    • D.

      Romeo Must Die

    Correct Answer
    B. Die Hard 2
    Explanation
    Die Hard 2 is the correct answer because it is a movie directed by Renny Harlin that starred Dennis Franz and William Atherton. The other options, 48 Hrs, Biloxi Blues, and Romeo Must Die, are not directed by Renny Harlin and do not feature Dennis Franz and William Atherton.

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  • 11. 

    What fact relates best to Alan Rickman?

    • A.

      Firefighter John Gage On TV Series "Emergency!"

    • B.

      Ensign Chekov From The Original "Star Trek" Series

    • C.

      The Spirited Aunt Hilda On TV Series "Sabrina, The Teenage Witch"

    • D.

      Stage & Screen Actor Who Played Bad Guy Hans Gruber In "Die Hard"

    Correct Answer
    D. Stage & Screen Actor Who Played Bad Guy Hans Gruber In "Die Hard"
    Explanation
    Alan Rickman is best known for his role as the villainous Hans Gruber in the film "Die Hard". He was a stage and screen actor who had a successful career in both mediums. While the other options mention different characters or roles that Alan Rickman played, the fact that he portrayed the memorable antagonist in "Die Hard" is the most relevant and significant in relation to him.

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  • 12. 

    Who is Colleen Camp?

    • A.

      Actress In "Die Hard 3" And "Sliver"

    • B.

      Popular Comic TV Star In The 1950"S

    • C.

      Commander Susan Ivanova On "Babylon 5"

    • D.

      French Actress With Title Role In "Jane Eyre"

    Correct Answer
    A. Actress In "Die Hard 3" And "Sliver"
    Explanation
    Colleen Camp is an actress known for her roles in "Die Hard 3" and "Sliver". She has appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career.

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  • 13. 

    In "Die Hard", what did Hans say his name was when he met up with John checking all the detonators?

    • A.

      John Smith

    • B.

      Joe Sanders

    • C.

      Bill Clay

    • D.

      Ben Morris

    Correct Answer
    C. Bill Clay
    Explanation
    In the movie "Die Hard", when Hans met up with John to check the detonators, he introduced himself as Bill Clay. This was a clever deception by Hans, as he was actually a terrorist and wanted to infiltrate John's group. By using a false name, Hans was able to gain John's trust and manipulate the situation to his advantage.

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  • 14. 

    In "Die Hard", where was John McClane hiding when the building's president was shot in the head?

    • A.

      In The Ventilation System

    • B.

      Under A Table

    • C.

      Hanging Out The Window

    • D.

      Behind The Door

    Correct Answer
    B. Under A Table
    Explanation
    In the movie "Die Hard", John McClane was hiding under a table when the building's president was shot in the head. This hiding spot provided him with some cover and protection from the chaos happening in the building. Being under the table allowed him to stay out of sight and potentially avoid being targeted by the attackers.

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  • 15. 

    In "Die Hard", what did one of the characters say he would give when Theo asked for a miracle?

    • A.

      The Combination

    • B.

      A Pizza

    • C.

      Christmas Music

    • D.

      The FBI

    Correct Answer
    D. The FBI
    Explanation
    In the movie "Die Hard", when Theo asked for a miracle, one of the characters responded by saying they would give him the FBI. This suggests that the character was willing to provide the assistance and resources of the FBI to help Theo in his request or situation.

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  • 16. 

    On "Friends", what was the favorite movie of Ross, Joey and Chandler?

    • A.

      The Terminator

    • B.

      Lethal Weapon

    • C.

      Die Hard

    • D.

      Scarface

    Correct Answer
    C. Die Hard
    Explanation
    In the TV show "Friends", the favorite movie of Ross, Joey, and Chandler was "Die Hard". This action-packed film starring Bruce Willis became a recurring theme throughout the series, with the characters often referencing and quoting lines from the movie. The trio's love for "Die Hard" showcased their shared interests and bonded them further as friends.

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  • 17. 

    Who directed the 1995 action movie "Die Hard: With a Vengeance"?

    • A.

      Steven Spielberg

    • B.

      Antoine Fuqua

    • C.

      John Mctiernan

    • D.

      Neil Labute

    Correct Answer
    C. John Mctiernan
    Explanation
    John McTiernan directed the 1995 action movie "Die Hard: With a Vengeance".

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  • 18. 

    What was the full name of Simon, the villain in "Die Hard With a Vengeance"?

    • A.

      Simon Peter Gruber

    • B.

      Carl Simon Gruber

    • C.

      Hans Simon Gruber

    • D.

      Simon Fritz Gruber

    Correct Answer
    A. Simon Peter Gruber
    Explanation
    Simon Peter Gruber is the correct answer because it is the full name of the villain in "Die Hard With a Vengeance". This name is confirmed in the movie and is the most accurate choice among the options given.

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  • 19. 

    The movie, "Die Hard 2", was directed by whom?

    • A.

      Ron Howard

    • B.

      Renny Harlin

    • C.

      Carl Gottlieb & Joe Dante

    • D.

      Garry Marshall

    Correct Answer
    B. Renny Harlin
    Explanation
    Renny Harlin is the correct answer because he directed the movie "Die Hard 2".

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