The Last Lecture Test
30 Question Test
10 multiple choice/ 10 true false/ 5 identify the quote- using a word bank/ 5 open ended question
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What did Randy Pausche die of?
- A.
Car accident
- B.
Horse back riding injury
- C.
Liver tumors
Correct Answer
C. Liver tumorsExplanation
Randy Pausche died of liver tumors. This means that he had tumors in his liver which ultimately led to his death.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is Randy Pausche's wife's name?
- A.
Jai
- B.
Alexis
- C.
Jane
Correct Answer
A. JaiExplanation
Randy Pausche's wife's name is Jai.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What does Pausche teach?
- A.
Chemistry
- B.
Computer science
- C.
English
Correct Answer
B. Computer scienceExplanation
Pausche teaches computer science.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What school did Paucshe teach at?
- A.
Ramapo College
- B.
Rutgers
- C.
Carnegie Mellon
Correct Answer
C. Carnegie MellonExplanation
Pausche taught at Carnegie Mellon.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What are his children's names?
- A.
Logan, Chloe, and Dylan
- B.
Chelsea, Mary Anne, and Steven
- C.
Mark, Logan and Mackenzie
Correct Answer
A. Logan, Chloe, and DylanExplanation
The correct answer is Logan, Chloe, and Dylan. This answer provides the names of the person's children.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What were some of Randy's childhood dreams?
- A.
Being a weather forcaster
- B.
Being in zero gravity and a Disney Imagineer
- C.
Riding on an elephant
Correct Answer
B. Being in zero gravity and a Disney ImagineerExplanation
Randy had two childhood dreams, one of which was to experience zero gravity. This suggests that he had an interest in space and the idea of floating in space without the force of gravity. Additionally, Randy also dreamed of becoming a Disney Imagineer. This implies that he had a passion for creativity and designing immersive experiences, possibly within the context of Disney theme parks.Rate this question:
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- 7.
As a child what did Pausche paint in his room?
- A.
An elevator door
- B.
A dinosour
- C.
A tiger
Correct Answer
A. An elevator doorExplanation
As a child, Pausche painted an elevator door in his room.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What sport did Randy Pausche love?
- A.
Baseball
- B.
Volleyball
- C.
Football
Correct Answer
C. FootballExplanation
Randy Pausche loved football.Rate this question:
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- 9.
After delivering his lecture, Pausche says to his students
- A.
This talk is for my students
- B.
This lecture is for my kids
- C.
This talk was for my wife
Correct Answer
B. This lecture is for my kidsExplanation
The correct answer is "this lecture is for my kids" because Pausche refers to his students as "kids," which implies that he sees them as his own children or as individuals he cares deeply about. This suggests that the lecture was specifically designed to impart important life lessons and guidance to his students, emphasizing the personal connection he has with them.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What did Pausche want to be as a child?
- A.
Captain Kirk
- B.
Superman
- C.
Spiderman
Correct Answer
A. Captain KirkExplanation
Pausche wanted to be Captain Kirk as a child.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Did Paucshe have terminal cancer?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer "True" suggests that Paucshe did have terminal cancer. This means that Paucshe was diagnosed with a type of cancer that was in its advanced stage and had limited treatment options available. Terminal cancer typically refers to a stage where the disease is incurable and the patient's life expectancy is limited.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Pausche focused on dying rather than living
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Pausche did not focus on dying rather than living. In his famous "Last Lecture," he emphasized the importance of living life to the fullest and achieving childhood dreams. He encouraged others to have a positive outlook, embrace challenges, and make the most of the time they have. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Did Randy have a quadratis formula drawn on his bedroom wall?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The question asks whether Randy had a quadratic formula drawn on his bedroom wall. The answer "True" implies that Randy did have a quadratic formula drawn on his bedroom wall.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Jai at first wanted Randy to give his lecture
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Jai did not want Randy to give his lecture initially.Rate this question:
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- 15.
According to the "brick walls show us how badly we want something?"
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "brick walls show us how badly we want something" implies that when faced with obstacles or challenges (represented by brick walls), our determination and desire to achieve something are tested. True means that brick walls indeed demonstrate our level of commitment and determination, as they push us to overcome difficulties and prove our dedication to achieving our goals.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Is this a true story
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because it states that the story is indeed true. This implies that the events and characters in the story actually happened or exist in reality.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Was Jeffrey Zaslow Pausche's illustrator
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Jeffrey Zaslow was not Pausche's illustrator. Jeffrey Zaslow was the co-author of the book "The Last Lecture" along with Randy Pausch. However, the illustrator of the book was not mentioned in the question, so it cannot be determined whether Zaslow was the illustrator or not. Therefore, the answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Is this book about finding your dreams
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given correct answer is True because the question asks if the book is about finding your dreams. Since the answer is "True," it implies that the book indeed focuses on the theme of finding one's dreams.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Is Pausche alive today
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 20.
Did Randy look at his medical records behind his doctor's back
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The correct answer is true because the question asks whether Randy looked at his medical records behind his doctor's back. If Randy looked at his medical records without the doctor's knowledge or permission, then the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 21.
"If you wait long enough people will ______________ and impress you."
Correct Answer
surpriseExplanation
Waiting for a certain period of time allows people to plan and execute unexpected actions or events, which can lead to surprising outcomes. By being patient and giving people enough time, their actions and abilities may exceed our expectations and impress us.Rate this question:
- 22.
"A ____________ apology is worse than no apolgy."
Correct Answer
badExplanation
An insincere or half-hearted apology is worse than not apologizing at all because it shows a lack of genuine remorse or acknowledgment of wrongdoing. It can be seen as manipulative or dismissive of the hurt caused, further damaging the relationship or trust between the parties involved. A bad apology fails to address the issue at hand and can leave the recipient feeling invalidated or unheard.Rate this question:
- 23.
"The $_______________ salt and pepper shaker
Correct Answer
100,000 - 24.
"I have an ________________ problem."
Correct Answer
engineeringExplanation
The given correct answer is "engineering" because the sentence states that the person has a problem related to engineering. This implies that the person is facing a difficulty or challenge in the field of engineering.Rate this question:
- 25.
Who was the columnists for the Wall Street Journal?
- 26.
Wht does Pausche want for his children?
- 27.
Why does the crowd applaud Pausche and Jai?
- 28.
When does Pausche start teaching?
- 29.
How does Randy impact us?
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