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Quiz about Sean Dillon
Quiz about Sean Dillon

Sean Dillon Trivia Quiz


For anybody who has read anything by Jack Higgins, Sean Dillon is a familiar name. See how much you know about this lovable rogue.

A multiple-choice quiz by achilles42. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
achilles42
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
271,814
Updated
Jul 23 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
193
Awards
Top 10% Quiz
Question 1 of 10
1. First of all, which country was Sean Dillon born in? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. How old was Sean Dillon when his father died? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. How did Sean's father die? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Sean Dillon has appeared in many of Jack Higgins' books. What was the name of the first novel he appeared in? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Who saved Dillon from a Croatian firing squad in 1992? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Over the years, who has Dillon NOT worked for? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. 'Dillon? Is that you?' What is Dillon's typical reply to such a statement? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which of the following can Dillon not say he has done? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Dillon, although incredibly talented, would not have succeeded in many missions without the help of a sidekick. Who is this person, who wasn't an actual member of the 'Prime Minister's private army' until 'Without Mercy'? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Finally, there have been many women throughout the series for whom Dillon has shown at least a slight love interest. Who does NOT fit into this category? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. First of all, which country was Sean Dillon born in?

Answer: Northern Ireland

Sean Dillon was born in Northern Ireland, before moving to London to pursue a career in acting (or so he thought).
2. How old was Sean Dillon when his father died?

Answer: 19

Dillon's mother had died when he was a baby, and he was at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art when his father died.
3. How did Sean's father die?

Answer: Gunned down by British troopers in Belfast

Dillon's father was caught in the crossfire between British troopers and the IRA in Belfast and killed by a British soldier. This led Dillon to give up a career in acting and join the IRA.
4. Sean Dillon has appeared in many of Jack Higgins' books. What was the name of the first novel he appeared in?

Answer: Eye of the Storm

'Eye of the Storm' (also known as 'Midnight Man') is the first novel Sean Dillon appeared in. It involved him taking part in a failed mortar attack on the Houses of Parliament during the Gulf War. 'Thunder Point' is the sequel to 'Eye of the Storm'. Sean Dillon did not appear in 'Sheba' at all, and 'Dark Justice' is the second most recent Dillon novel.
5. Who saved Dillon from a Croatian firing squad in 1992?

Answer: Brigadier Charles Ferguson

Dillon was arrested in Croatia after smuggling weapons in (which he was not aware of, he thought he was just carrying medication into the country) and was due to face a firing squad. However, Ferguson struck a deal with him; come and work for his special British intelligence outfit and he would be released.
6. Over the years, who has Dillon NOT worked for?

Answer: CIA

Over the years, Dillon became known as a 'hired gun' with no allegiances. Often he would work for opposing sides at different times (e.g. the Israelis and the PLO)
7. 'Dillon? Is that you?' What is Dillon's typical reply to such a statement?

Answer: 'As ever was'

In each novel, there is at least one terrorist who recognises Dillon from the days he fought alongside him, and is shocked to see him. They will usually ask the above question or one similar to it, to which Dillon always replies, 'As ever was.'
8. Which of the following can Dillon not say he has done?

Answer: Murdered an innocent woman or child

Sean Dillon has never intentionally murdered a woman or child who hasn't tried to kill him in return. He is a professional, and only kills those with the same intention as he.
9. Dillon, although incredibly talented, would not have succeeded in many missions without the help of a sidekick. Who is this person, who wasn't an actual member of the 'Prime Minister's private army' until 'Without Mercy'?

Answer: Billy Salter

Billy Salter was a gangster in the East End with his uncle, Harry, before going into business and owning many property developments along the Thames. However, he still had many qualities from his past life which were recognised by Dillon, and has since joined him on many adventures.
10. Finally, there have been many women throughout the series for whom Dillon has shown at least a slight love interest. Who does NOT fit into this category?

Answer: Katherine Rose

Lady Katherine Rose was an old lady by the time Dillon met her, and, understandably, he showed no real interest in her.
Source: Author achilles42

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