1.
This is NOT considered a Stephen classic:
Correct Answer
D. Veganism
Explanation
The given options consist of food items except for "Veganism", which is a lifestyle choice or dietary preference. Veganism is not a specific dish or food item, making it different from the other options listed. Therefore, it is not considered a Stephen classic.
2.
Stephen has never:
Correct Answer
E. All of the above
Explanation
Stephen has never done any of the mentioned activities. He has never been to a barber, indicating that he has never had a haircut from a professional barber. He has also never graduated from high school, suggesting that he did not complete his high school education. Additionally, he has never had a job interview, implying that he has never gone through the process of being interviewed for a job. Lastly, he has never owned an Apple product, indicating that he has never owned any electronic device or gadget produced by Apple. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above."
3.
Stephen's list of favorite movies does NOT include:
Correct Answer
D. The BBC version of Pride and Prejudice
Explanation
Stephen's list of favorite movies does not include "The BBC version of Pride and Prejudice" because it is not one of his preferred films. The other movies listed (Lord of the Rings, Transformers, Duck Soup, and UHF) are likely to be included in his list of favorites, but the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice did not make the cut.
4.
Stephen got to run several swim team practices when he was 18. He incorporated the consumption of which item into a set also requiring swimmers to get out of the water to do sit-ups:
Correct Answer
A. Doughnuts
Explanation
Stephen incorporated the consumption of doughnuts into the swim team practices. He required the swimmers to get out of the water to do sit-ups while eating doughnuts.
5.
Stephen NEVER wore his hair this way in college:
Correct Answer
E. Neatly combed
Explanation
The given answer suggests that Stephen never wore his hair neatly combed in college. This can be inferred from the list of hairstyles mentioned, which includes dual mohawks, dyed green, dyed red, and completely shaved. Since neatly combed is listed separately from these unconventional hairstyles, it can be concluded that Stephen did not have his hair neatly combed during his college years.
6.
Stephen NEVER did which of the following during a final exam in college
Correct Answer
A. Dressed up
Explanation
The correct answer is "Dressed up". The passage states that Stephen never dressed up during a final exam in college. This implies that he did all the other actions mentioned in the options, such as beating a classmate in a race, using the word "Monkey" on an essay without knowing the topic, and using crayons.
7.
Stephen's list of personal weaknesses fortunately does NOT include:
Correct Answer
E. Inhibitions preventing him from making a fool out of himself
Explanation
The given answer suggests that Stephen's list of personal weaknesses does not include having inhibitions that prevent him from making a fool out of himself. This means that Stephen is not afraid of embarrassing himself and is willing to take risks or act in a silly manner without feeling self-conscious.
8.
Stephen found a way to do all of the following for course credit in college EXCEPT:
Correct Answer
D. Anything in French
Explanation
Stephen was able to do all of the mentioned activities for course credit in college except for anything in French. This suggests that Stephen was able to make a film called "The Apple Bobbing Olympics," transcribe peoples' dreams, and write a letter to an imaginary person for course credit. However, he did not have the opportunity to do anything related to the French language for credit.
9.
Which accomplishment is Stephen NOT proud of:
Correct Answer
E. Stephen is actually proud of all of those accomplishments
10.
Stephen has owned but never played which musical instrument:
Correct Answer
A. Bagpipes
Explanation
Stephen has owned but never played the bagpipes.
11.
Stephen can do many wonderful things
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Stephen is capable of performing numerous impressive actions or tasks. The word "wonderful" implies that these actions are positive and noteworthy. Therefore, the correct answer is "True" as it affirms Stephen's ability to do many remarkable things.
12.
While swimming as a youngster, Stephen once got saved by a lifeguard against his will because his stroke looked so bad the lifeguard actually thought he was drowning
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer "True" is that Stephen's swimming stroke looked so bad that the lifeguard mistakenly thought he was drowning and saved him against his will. This incident suggests that Stephen's swimming skills were poor and led to a lifeguard's intervention.
13.
Stephen knows the 5 positions in ballet
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given answer is true because the statement clearly states that Stephen knows the 5 positions in ballet. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that Stephen indeed knows the 5 positions in ballet.
14.
The Harvard Crimson once quoted Stephen as saying:
"I think it was the communists who spilled the oil. They’re kind of sneaky"
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement is a quote from Stephen, as reported by The Harvard Crimson. In the quote, Stephen expresses his belief that the communists were responsible for spilling the oil and describes them as sneaky. Since the statement is a direct quote from Stephen, it can be considered true that he made this statement.
15.
Stephen has sold kegs to California middle schools on the internet
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Stephen has sold kegs to California middle schools through the internet. Since the statement does not provide any contradictory information or context that would indicate otherwise, it can be inferred that the statement is true.
16.
Stephen can solve the Rubik's cube in less time than he can hold his breath.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Stephen is able to solve the Rubik's cube in less time than he can hold his breath. This implies that Stephen is able to solve the Rubik's cube relatively quickly, as holding one's breath for an extended period of time is generally considered to be a relatively short duration. Therefore, the statement is true.
17.
Stephen wrote "I like fried chicken" as his entire personal statement essay on a college application.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given answer is true because the statement clearly states that Stephen wrote "I like fried chicken" as his entire personal statement essay on a college application. This implies that Stephen did not provide any additional information or elaborate on his interests, achievements, or goals, which is not a suitable approach for a college application essay.
18.
On July 16th, 2016, Stephen intends to marry this woman.
Correct Answer
Lulu
Lu lu
Explanation
The correct answer is "Lulu, Lu lu" because it is the name of the woman Stephen intends to marry on July 16th, 2016.
19.
Stephen's dirty secret in college was that he:
Correct Answer
B. Played intramural ice hockey
Explanation
The correct answer is "Played intramural ice hockey." This means that Stephen's secret in college was that he participated in ice hockey games within his college or university, but kept it hidden or unknown to others.
20.
The only state in 'Murica Stephen has not visited is
Correct Answer
B. North Dakota
Explanation
Stephen has visited all states except for North Dakota.
21.
Stephen's current approach to God regularly involves
Correct Answer
B. Drinks in bars with friends and long walks alone
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that Stephen's current approach to God involves spending time with friends in bars and taking long walks alone. This implies that Stephen finds solace and connection with God through socializing and introspection. It may indicate that Stephen's spirituality is more personal and informal, rather than adhering to traditional religious practices such as fasting or preaching.
22.
This item does NOT currently hang on Stephen's wall:
Correct Answer
E. A beautiful tapestry overflowing with grandeur and wonder
Explanation
The given answer states that a beautiful tapestry overflowing with grandeur and wonder does not currently hang on Stephen's wall. This implies that all the other items mentioned in the question (reindeer skin, map of Middle Earth, kindergarten diploma, and his painting titled "Hope in the Midst of Agony") are currently hanging on Stephen's wall.
23.
This is NOT one of Stephen's holiday traditions:
Correct Answer
E. Potpourri steam baths
Explanation
The correct answer is Potpourri steam baths. The other options are mentioned as Stephen's holiday traditions, but potpourri steam baths are not mentioned in the question.