Do You Know About Sigourney Weaver?

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    Who starred in the 1988 film "Gorillas in the Mist: The Story of Dian Fossey"?

    • Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard
    • Meg Ryan, Tom Hanks
    • Warren Beatty, Diane Keaton
    • Sigourney Weaver, Bryan Brown
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Explore the career and impact of Sigourney Weaver through this engaging quiz. Assess your knowledge of her iconic roles, film achievements, and unique contributions to cinema, enhancing your understanding of American film culture.

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  • 2. 

    Who is Sigourney Weaver?

    • Lt. Ellen Ripley In "Alien" Films

    • Actor Who Played Bill Sikes In The 1968 Musical "Oliver!"

    • Kimberly Brock On Emmy-Winning TV Show "Picket Fences"

    • Jamie Buchman In "Mad About You" And Jo Harding In "Twister"

    Correct Answer
    A. Lt. Ellen Ripley In "Alien" Films
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver is best known for her role as Lt. Ellen Ripley in the "Alien" films. She portrayed the strong and resilient character throughout the franchise, becoming an iconic figure in science fiction cinema. Weaver's portrayal of Ripley earned her critical acclaim and solidified her status as a prominent actress in the industry. Her performance in the "Alien" films showcased her versatility and ability to bring complex characters to life.

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  • 3. 

    Who played the warden in the 2003 movie "Holes"?

    • Shia LaBeouf

    • George Clooney

    • Jon Voight

    • Sigourney Weaver

    Correct Answer
    A. Sigourney Weaver
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver played the warden in the 2003 movie "Holes."

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  • 4. 

    In which film did Sigourney Weaver play Dana Barrett?

    • Alien

    • Ghostbusters

    • Eyewitness

    • Working Girl

    Correct Answer
    A. Ghostbusters
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver played the character of Dana Barrett in the film Ghostbusters.

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  • 5. 

    Whenever an actress has been nominated for both Best Actress and Supporting Actress in the same year she's always won one, except for?

    • Dianne Wiest

    • Jessica Lange

    • Diane Keaton

    • Sigourney Weaver

    Correct Answer
    A. Sigourney Weaver
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver is the exception because she was nominated for both Best Actress and Supporting Actress in the same year but did not win either award.

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  • 6. 

    From which novel did Sigourney Weaver get her stage name?

    • Pride And Prejudice

    • The Sun Also Rises

    • The Great Gatsby

    • Great Expectations

    Correct Answer
    A. The Great Gatsby
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver did not get her stage name from The Great Gatsby. The correct answer is not available.

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  • 7. 

    In a 1999 movie, A Map of the World, Sigourney Weaver plays the part of a mother and school nurse. What happens to her best friend's daughter?

    • She Falls From A 23 Rd Floor Window

    • She Was Kidnapped

    • She Drowns

    • Nothing

    Correct Answer
    A. She Drowns
    Explanation
    In the movie "A Map of the World," Sigourney Weaver plays the role of a mother and school nurse. In the story, something tragic happens to her best friend's daughter - she drowns.

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  • 8. 

    Which film gave Sigourney Weaver her first screen credit?

    • Alien

    • Ghostbusters

    • Eyewitness

    • Annie Hall

    Correct Answer
    A. Annie Hall
    Explanation
    In the film "Annie Hall," Sigourney Weaver received her first screen credit. This movie, directed by Woody Allen, was released in 1977 and starred Diane Keaton and Woody Allen himself. Although Sigourney Weaver's role in the film was small, it marked the beginning of her successful acting career.

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  • 9. 

    Which film featured Sigourney Weaver as a conservationist?

    • Gorillas In The Mist

    • The Year Of Living Dangerously

    • Working Girl

    • Alien

    Correct Answer
    A. Gorillas In The Mist
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver played the role of a conservationist in the film "Gorillas In The Mist." The movie is based on the true story of Dian Fossey, an American primatologist, and conservationist who dedicated her life to studying and protecting the mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Sigourney Weaver's portrayal of Dian Fossey earned her critical acclaim and recognition for her performance in the film.

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  • 10. 

    In 1998, which film earned Sigourney Weaver an Emmy nomination?

    • Snow White: A Tale Of Terror

    • Cinderella Revisited

    • The Ice Storm

    • Heartbreakers

    Correct Answer
    A. Snow White: A Tale Of Terror
    Explanation
    Sigourney Weaver earned an Emmy nomination in 1998 for her role in the film "Snow White: A Tale Of Terror".

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