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    In which film did Theron play a character named Mavis Gary?

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How well do you know Charlize Theron? Born in 1975, Theron is a South African-American actress and producer and one of the world’s highest-paid actresses. She is the first South African to secure an Oscar in an acting category. She is known for her endearing and challenging acting roles and her unique beauty. If you want to know more about Charlize Theron, then this is the quiz for you.

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  • 2. 

    In which country was Theron born?

    • The USA

    • Australia

    • South Africa

    • Canada

    Correct Answer
    A. South Africa
    Explanation
    Charlize Theron was born in South Africa. This is evident from the fact that South Africa is listed as one of the answer choices. Theron is a South African actress and producer, known for her roles in various Hollywood films. She gained international recognition for her performance in the film "Monster," for which she won an Academy Award. Therefore, it is clear that Theron was born in South Africa.

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  • 3. 

    Theron starred opposite Johnny Depp in the sci-fi drama "The ________'s Wife".

    Correct Answer
    Astronaut
    Explanation
    Theron starred opposite Johnny Depp in the sci-fi drama "The Astronaut's Wife." This suggests that the correct answer is "Astronaut" because it fits grammatically and makes sense in the context of the sentence. The word "Astronaut" is likely the missing word in the title of the sci-fi drama.

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  • 4. 

    Charlize Theron has never won an Oscar.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Charlize Theron has won an Oscar.

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  • 5. 

    Theron is currently stomping through lavish mansions and tossing aside expensive clothes and jewelry as the spokesmodel for which fashion houses?

    • Dior

    • Gucci

    • Alexander McQueen

    • Louis Vuitton

    Correct Answer
    A. Dior
    Explanation
    Theron is currently stomping through lavish mansions and tossing aside expensive clothes and jewelry as the spokesmodel for Dior.

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  • 6. 

    In 2004 Theron was nominated for both the Golden Globe and Oscar for her role in what film?

    • North Country

    • Monster

    • Young Adult

    • The Cider House Rules

    Correct Answer
    A. Monster
    Explanation
    In 2004, Charlize Theron was nominated for both the Golden Globe and Oscar for her role in the film "Monster." This film is based on the true story of Aileen Wuornos, a prostitute turned serial killer. Theron's transformative performance as Wuornos earned her critical acclaim and numerous accolades.

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  • 7. 

    In North Country, Theron played a fictionalized version of the first woman to successfully sue for sexual harassment in the workplace.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because in the movie "North Country," Theron portrayed a character based on Lois Jenson, who was the first woman to win a landmark sexual harassment case against the mining company she worked for. The film is inspired by real events and tells the story of Jenson's courageous fight for justice in the workplace.

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  • 8. 

    What was the first name of the serial killer that Theron played in Monster?

    • Mary

    • Linda

    • Aileen

    • Selby

    Correct Answer
    A. Aileen
    Explanation
    In the movie "Monster," Charlize Theron played the role of a serial killer named Aileen. The question is asking for the first name of the character Theron portrayed, and the correct answer is Aileen.

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  • 9. 

    Theron originally came to the States to train to become a concert pianist.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Theron did not originally come to the States to train to become a concert pianist.

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  • 10. 

    What is Theron's first language?

    • English

    • Swedish

    • Afrikaans

    • French

    Correct Answer
    A. Afrikaans
    Explanation
    Theron's first language is Afrikaans.

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  • 11. 

    In what film did Theron play opposite Big Love's Bill Paxton?

    • Twister

    • Mighty Joe Young

    • Titanic

    • The Italian Job

    Correct Answer
    A. Mighty Joe Young
    Explanation
    In the film "Mighty Joe Young," Theron played opposite Bill Paxton.

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  • 12. 

    Theron spent a decade partnered personally with an actor with whom she also appeared in several films. That actor is:

    • Keanu Reeves

    • Stuart Townsend

    • Bill Paxton

    • Tom Everett Scott

    Correct Answer
    A. Stuart Townsend
    Explanation
    Theron spent a decade partnered personally with Stuart Townsend, with whom she also appeared in several films.

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  • 13. 

    In which of these films does Theron's character kill herself?

    • The Cider House Rules

    • The Devil's Advocate

    • Reindeer Games

    • Head in the Clouds

    Correct Answer
    A. The Devil's Advocate
    Explanation
    In the film "The Devil's Advocate," Theron's character kills herself.

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  • 14. 

    In what direct-to-video movie did Theron make her first film appearance?

    • Leprechaun in Space

    • Frankenhooker

    • Children of the Corn III

    • Critters 3

    Correct Answer
    A. Children of the Corn III
    Explanation
    Theron made her first film appearance in the direct-to-video movie "Children of the Corn III".

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  • 15. 

    Theron's first speaking role was a supporting turn in what dark crime comedy?

    • Two Days in the Valley

    • Killing Zoe

    • Pulp Fiction

    • Bad Boys

    Correct Answer
    A. Two Days in the Valley
    Explanation
    Theron's first speaking role was in the dark crime comedy "Two Days in the Valley."

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  • 16. 

    In what year was Charlize Theron born?

    • 1973

    • 1975

    • 1976

    • 1978

    Correct Answer
    A. 1975
    Explanation
    Charlize Theron was born in 1975.

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  • 17. 

    Whom did Theron play in the biopic The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her work?

    • Sophia Loren

    • Britt Ekland

    • Catherine Deneuve

    • Ursula Andress

    Correct Answer
    A. Britt Ekland
    Explanation
    Charlize Theron played the role of Britt Ekland in the biopic The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination.

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  • 18. 

    Which film marks the first time Theron worked with director Woody Allen?

    • Everyone Says I Love You

    • Mighty Aphrodite

    • The Curse of the Jade Scorpion

    • Celebrity

    Correct Answer
    A. Celebrity
  • 19. 

    Theron appeared in Season 3 of Arrested Development as a love interest for Michael Bluth with what secret?

    • She is a spy

    • She is his sister

    • She is mentally handicapped

    • She is actually a man

    Correct Answer
    A. She is mentally handicapped
    Explanation
    In Season 3 of Arrested Development, Theron appears as a love interest for Michael Bluth. The secret she has is that she is mentally handicapped. This revelation adds a layer of complexity to their relationship and introduces a new dynamic to the storyline.

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  • 20. 

    In That Thing You Do!, Theron played Tina, the girlfriend of which band member?

    • Lead singer

    • Bassist

    • Lead guitar

    • Drummer

    Correct Answer
    A. Drummer
    Explanation
    Charlize Theron played the role of Tina, the girlfriend of the drummer in the band in the movie That Thing You Do! The movie revolves around a fictional 1960s band called "The Wonders" and their rise to fame with their hit song. As the girlfriend of the drummer, Tina's character is involved in the band's journey and the dynamics within the group.

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