Trivia From The Dark Half: Stephen King

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    Here’s an easy one for any true Stephen King fan. What was King’s first published novel? - ProProfs

    Here’s an easy one for any true Stephen King fan. What was King’s first published novel?

    • The Stand
    • The Shining
    • Pet Semetary
    • Carrie
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Stephen King may be the Ruler of Horror Novels but how much do you know about him and his work? Can you unravel the mystery of his longevity? Can you seek out the questions which reveal just how much you really know about Stephen King?

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    In 1996, Stephen King released Desperation. At the same time, a “companion novel” called The Regulators was released by Richard Bachman. How are Bachman and King connected? - ProProfs

    In 1996, Stephen King released Desperation. At the same time, a “companion novel” called The Regulators was released by Richard Bachman. How are Bachman and King connected?

    • Bachman was King’s mentor during the early years of his writing career.

    • Bachman is a pen name used by King’s son, Owen.

    • Bachman is a fellow horror author and long-time friend of King.

    • Bachman was a pseudonym King used in his early writing years.

    Correct Answer
    A. Bachman was a pseudonym King used in his early writing years.
    Explanation
    Richard Bachman was King’s pen name for several short novels, including The Running Man in 1982. He created the fake name in order to see if he could duplicate his success under another name and because he could only release one novel a year based on publishing rules at the time.

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  • 3. 
    Stephen King is definitely a family man. He and his wife Tabitha have been married for more than three decades. Where did they meet? - ProProfs

    Stephen King is definitely a family man. He and his wife Tabitha have been married for more than three decades. Where did they meet?

    • In college

    • In a fan club for H. P. Lovecraft

    • In line for a horror movie

    • At a Ramones concert

    Correct Answer
    A. In college
    Explanation
    King and his wife met while they were both attending the University of Maine. They were married in 1971.

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    While we’re on the subject of Stephen King movies, some of us may remember the 1984 film release of Firestarter about a little girl with some truly hot powers. Who played that little girl in the movie? - ProProfs

    While we’re on the subject of Stephen King movies, some of us may remember the 1984 film release of Firestarter about a little girl with some truly hot powers. Who played that little girl in the movie?

    • Charlize Theron

    • Kate Winslet

    • Tara Reid

    • Drew Barrymore

    Correct Answer
    A. Drew Barrymore
    Explanation
    Firestarter was actually Barrymore’s third film. She had appeared in E. T. two years earlier.

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    Most of us have seen our fair share of movie versions of Stephen King novels. But which of the following of his works was a TV mini-series? - ProProfs

    Most of us have seen our fair share of movie versions of Stephen King novels. But which of the following of his works was a TV mini-series?

    • Stand by Me

    • The Stand

    • The Dark Half

    • Misery

    Correct Answer
    A. The Stand
    Explanation
    The Stand was released as a television mini-series in 1994.

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    Although they are all fully grown now, how many children does Stephen King have? - ProProfs

    Although they are all fully grown now, how many children does Stephen King have?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    Stephen King and his wife have three children: Owen, Joseph, and Naomi. Both of his sons are also published writers.

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  • 7. 
    Loyal readers of Stephen King’s novels will recognize the name Randall Flagg, a malevolent character who has made nine appearances in the author’s novels. In which novel did Flagg first appear as a character? - ProProfs

    Loyal readers of Stephen King’s novels will recognize the name Randall Flagg, a malevolent character who has made nine appearances in the author’s novels. In which novel did Flagg first appear as a character?

    • The Eyes of the Dragon

    • The Stand

    • Hearts in Atlantis

    • The Dark Tower

    Correct Answer
    A. The Stand
    Explanation
    The Stand was released in 1978. Flagg is the main antagonist in the novel. He has also appeared in all of the other novels given as choices.

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    The Dark Tower series is definitely one of Stephen King’s most popular novels. In 2007, the media discovered that a film version was going to be made of the series. Who is set to be the producer and director? - ProProfs

    The Dark Tower series is definitely one of Stephen King’s most popular novels. In 2007, the media discovered that a film version was going to be made of the series. Who is set to be the producer and director?

    • Michael Bay

    • J. J. Abrams

    • James Cameron

    • Eli Roth

    Correct Answer
    A. J. J. Abrams
    Explanation
    J. J. Abrams is set to be the producer and director. He was also the producer of Cloverfield and the creator of the television series Lost.

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