How Well Do You Know ROM-coms?

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1. In the 1999 rom-com Trick, which former teen star plays Katherine, Gabriel's (Christian Campbell) aspiring-actress friend?

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In the 1999 rom-com Trick, Tori Spelling plays Katherine, Gabriel's (Christian Campbell) aspiring-actress friend.

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2. What film features a comedic scene where an eagle nearly snatches up a puppy, but instead flies away with the lead character's cell phone?

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In the film "The Proposal," there is a comedic scene where an eagle almost takes a puppy but ends up grabbing the lead character's cell phone instead. This scene adds humor and tension to the story, as the audience expects the puppy to be in danger but is surprised by the twist with the cell phone. It showcases the unpredictable and comical nature of the film.

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3. Which breakout 2004 horror comedy hit was touted by producers to be the first ever "zom-rom-com"?

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Shaun of the Dead, Shawn of the Dead, and Sean of the Dead are all incorrect spellings of the breakout 2004 horror comedy hit that was touted as the first ever "zom-rom-com." The correct answer is Shaun of the Dead.

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4. Which state is the setting of the Drew Barrymore/Adam Sandler rom-com 50 First Dates?

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The correct answer is Hawaii because the movie "50 First Dates" is set in Hawaii. The film follows the story of a man who falls in love with a woman who has short-term memory loss, and they have their romantic adventures on the beautiful Hawaiian islands.

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5. The events of Love, Actually occur in the month leading up to which holiday?

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The events of Love, Actually occur in the month leading up to Christmas, which is also known as Xmas. The movie follows the lives of various characters and their intertwining love stories during the holiday season. The holiday of Christmas serves as a backdrop for the different romantic plots and themes explored in the film.

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6. In The Wedding Singer, which '80s rocker helps Robbie (Adam Sandler) to fight for Julia (Drew Barrymore) on an airplane?

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In the movie "The Wedding Singer," Robbie seeks help from Billy Idol, a famous '80s rocker, to win over Julia's heart on an airplane. Billy Idol's appearance and support add to the comedic and nostalgic elements of the film, as he assists Robbie in his pursuit of love.

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7. In Working Girl, Tess (Melanie Griffith) famously purrs that she has "a head for business, and a bod for ________".

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In the movie "Working Girl," Tess confidently states that she has "a head for business, and a bod for sin." This phrase implies that while she possesses intelligence and skills in the business world, she also has a seductive and attractive physical appearance. It suggests that she is not only capable of excelling in her career but also possesses the allure and charm to captivate others.

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8. In Notting Hill, which actor makes an uncredited cameo as Anna's American boyfriend?

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Alec Baldwin makes an uncredited cameo as Anna's American boyfriend in the movie Notting Hill.

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9. What was the name of the 1987 remake (loosely speaking) of Bringing Up Baby starring Madonna?

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The 1987 remake (loosely speaking) of Bringing Up Baby starring Madonna was titled "Who's That Girl".

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10. In the 1982 romantic comedy Tootsie, Michael Dorsey (Dustin Hoffman) creates what female alter-ego in order to land a role on a soap opera?

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In the 1982 romantic comedy Tootsie, Michael Dorsey creates a female alter-ego named Dorothy Michaels. He adopts this persona in order to land a role on a soap opera. The name "Dorothy Michaels" is the correct answer, as it accurately reflects the character's name in the film. "Dorothy Michael" is not a correct answer, as it is a combination of both the character's first and last name.

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11. Which of these romantic comedies was made LAST?

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"How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" was made last among the given options.

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12. True False: In Coming to America, the band (fronted by Eddie Murphy as Randy Watson) that performs "Greatest Love of All" at the Black Awareness Rally is called "Sexual Chocolate".

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In the movie "Coming to America," there is a band fronted by Eddie Murphy's character, Randy Watson, that performs the song "Greatest Love of All" at the Black Awareness Rally. This band is indeed called "Sexual Chocolate."

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13. True or False: In Pretty Woman, Vivian (Julia Roberts) sings Prince's "When Doves Cry" in the bubble bath.

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In the movie Pretty Woman, Vivian (Julia Roberts) does not sing Prince's "When Doves Cry" in the bubble bath.

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14. Which of the below is NOT a romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl?

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Someone Like You is not a romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl. This film stars Ashley Judd and Hugh Jackman, not Katherine Heigl.

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15. Which of these is NOT an actual rom-com title?

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The given answer, "If I Didn't Care," is not an actual rom-com title. This title does not match the typical format and tone of a romantic comedy title, which usually includes playful or catchy phrases. The other options listed are all actual rom-com titles that follow the conventions of the genre.

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16. In Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Peter (Jason Segal) dreams of making (and eventually produces) a puppet rock opera based on what classic novel?

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In Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Peter dreams of making a puppet rock opera based on the classic novel Dracula. This is evident in the film when Peter is seen creating and performing the puppet show, which is inspired by the story of Dracula. The other options, A Tale of Two Cities, Gone with the Wind, and Les Miserables, are not mentioned or referenced in the movie. Therefore, the correct answer is Dracula.

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17. Which, if any, of the below rom-coms is NOT a remake/adaptation of an earlier film or a work that was already adapted into another film?

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The correct answer is "None of the above." This means that all of the rom-coms listed (Just Go With It, You've Got Mail, No Reservations) are either remakes or adaptations of earlier films or works that were already adapted into another film.

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18. Which romantic comedy starring Marilyn Monroe featured the iconic musical number appropriated by Madonna in her "Material Girl" video?

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The correct answer is Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. This romantic comedy starring Marilyn Monroe is known for its iconic musical number "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," which was later appropriated by Madonna in her "Material Girl" video.

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19. In My Super Ex-Girlfriend, what is the name of Uma Thurman's superhero alter-ego?

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Uma Thurman's superhero alter-ego in the movie "My Super Ex-Girlfriend" is G-Girl.

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20. True or False: In When Harry Met Sally's famous deli scene, the woman who delivers the classic line, "I'll have what she's having" is director Rob Reiner's wife.

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The woman who delivers the famous line, "I'll have what she's having," in the deli scene of When Harry Met Sally is not director Rob Reiner's wife. The line is actually spoken by Rob Reiner's mother, Estelle Reiner.

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21. Which of these romantic comedies involves reincarnation?

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"Chances Are" is the correct answer because it is a romantic comedy that involves the concept of reincarnation. The film tells the story of a young woman who falls in love with a man, only to discover that he is the reincarnation of her deceased husband. This theme of past lives and second chances adds a unique twist to the romantic comedy genre.

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22. In Definitely, Maybe, which actress plays the character who turns out to be Maya's (Abigail Breslin) birth mother?

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Elizabeth Banks plays the character who turns out to be Maya's birth mother in the movie Definitely, Maybe.

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23. In the 1938 screwball comedy Bringing Up Baby, what is "Baby"?

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In the 1938 screwball comedy Bringing Up Baby, "Baby" refers to a leopard. This is evident from the title itself, as well as the plot of the movie which revolves around the misadventures caused by a leopard named Baby. The film features comedic situations and misunderstandings that arise from the presence of the leopard, making it a central character in the story.

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24. In the 2008 rom-com Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Nick is in an "all-gay band" called The Jerk-Offs. What instrument does he play?

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In the movie Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Nick is a member of an "all-gay band" called The Jerk-Offs. Although the question does not explicitly mention which instrument Nick plays, it is commonly known that the bass guitar is often associated with rock bands. Therefore, it can be inferred that Nick plays the bass in The Jerk-Offs.

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25. In the quirky 1990 rom-com Joe Versus the Volcano, Meg Ryan plays three different on-screen roles. With which character does Joe (Tom Hanks) ultimately end up?

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In the movie "Joe Versus the Volcano," Joe ultimately ends up with Patricia, the Yacht Captain. Throughout the film, Joe goes through various adventures and encounters different characters played by Meg Ryan. However, it is Patricia who he ends up with in the end.

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In the 1999 rom-com Trick, which former teen star plays Katherine,...
What film features a comedic scene where an eagle nearly snatches up a...
Which breakout 2004 horror comedy hit was touted by producers to be...
Which state is the setting of the Drew Barrymore/Adam Sandler rom-com...
The events of Love, Actually occur in the month leading up to which...
In The Wedding Singer, which '80s rocker helps Robbie (Adam...
In Working Girl, Tess (Melanie Griffith) famously purrs that she has...
In Notting Hill, which actor makes an uncredited cameo as Anna's...
What was the name of the 1987 remake (loosely speaking) of Bringing Up...
In the 1982 romantic comedy Tootsie, Michael Dorsey (Dustin Hoffman)...
Which of these romantic comedies was made LAST?
True False: In Coming to America, the band (fronted by Eddie Murphy as...
True or False: In Pretty Woman, Vivian (Julia Roberts) sings...
Which of the below is NOT a romantic comedy starring Katherine Heigl?
Which of these is NOT an actual rom-com title?
In Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Peter (Jason Segal) dreams of making...
Which, if any, of the below rom-coms is NOT a remake/adaptation of an...
Which romantic comedy starring Marilyn Monroe featured the iconic...
In My Super Ex-Girlfriend, what is the name of Uma Thurman's...
True or False: In When Harry Met Sally's famous deli scene, the...
Which of these romantic comedies involves reincarnation?
In Definitely, Maybe, which actress plays the character who turns out...
In the 1938 screwball comedy Bringing Up Baby, what is...
In the 2008 rom-com Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Nick is in...
In the quirky 1990 rom-com Joe Versus the Volcano, Meg Ryan plays...
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