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  Riding In Cars With Boys    
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 10 Qns
This is one of the greatest movies, in my opinion, of all time. I hope that you enjoyed the movie and my quiz.
Average, 10 Qns, tinkerbella_00, Dec 19 07
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  About 'Riding In Cars With Boys'    
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Here are a few easy questions on a very good movie based on a true story. Enjoy.
Average, 10 Qns, Aoifs, Dec 19 07
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Riding in Cars with Boys Trivia Questions
1. Who is the star of this movie? She plays Beverly.

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Answer: Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore plays Beverly, a girl who gets pregnant at a young age. She has to raise a child while dealing with her husband, who is addicted to heroin. She is also trying to study for her scholarship. Here is an interesting fact, when the rights were purchased in 1989, Cher was considered for the lead. Imagine that.

2. What age is Beverly when she gets pregnant?

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Answer: 15

Her father says she has ruined his life.

3. Who directed the movie?

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Answer: Penny Marshall

Penny Marshall did indeed direct this movie. She was born in 1943 in New York, and has appeared in many movies as well as being a director. Her directing career consists of movies, including "Big", "A League Of Their Own" and "The Preacher's Wife".

4. What is Beverly's best friend's name?

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Answer: Fay

Fay had a baby girl named Amelia.

5. Who is the father of Beverly's baby?

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Answer: Ray

He was very romantic and sweet when he asked her to marry him.

6. In what city and state does the movie start out?

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Answer: Wallingford, Connecticut

The movie starts out in 1961 in Wallingford, Connecticut. This is Beverly's hometown and where most of the movie takes place. Here, in this town, we proceed to her teenage years, and her struggling young adulthood. The opening scene shows Beverly and her sister in the bathroom talking about kissing boys. It is Christmas time, and the family is getting prepared. This would make Beverly 11 years old.

7. What age was Jason when they went to see his Dad at the end of the film?

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Answer: 20

It doesn't get said straight out, but you can work it out from the conversation in Ray's caravan.

8. What song by the Everly Brothers does Beverly's dad say is 'their song'?

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Answer: Dream

"Dream", by the Everly Brothers plays on the radio while Beverly and her dad are on their way back from getting the Christmas tree. After a 1,2,3 count, they start singing together as they pass through a small town filled with snow and Christmas lights.

9. What was Jason wearing on the day his father started his heroin addiction?

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Answer: monkey suit

It was Halloween night and he was wearing a costume.

10. What is Beverly's full name?

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Answer: Beverly Ann Donofrio

Beverly is the star of this movie, and she takes us through her life. Beverly is sometimes called Bev by her friends and family for short. Beverly's dad honks the horn, signaling that it is time to go and get the tree. Her mom yells up to the bathroom to let her know, and calls her by her full name.

11. What date was it when Jason's father started his heroin addiction?

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Answer: October 31st

It was Halloween night.

12. What does Beverly want for Christmas?

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Answer: a bra

This scene takes place while driving home from getting the Christmas tree. They pull over so Bev can show her dad the house that she is going to buy him when she gets rich. She explains to him that she likes this guy, Billy Schnar, and she needs big boobs to impress him. So, what she wants for Christmas is a bra. He says no, while giving her a very troubled look.

13. What was the name of the woman Jason's dad was living with in the caravan?

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Answer: Shirley

She was a bit annoying and rude.

14. What is Beverly's mom's name?

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Answer: Teresa Donofrio

Teresa Donofrio is Beverly's mom. She is a housewife, and is always busy cooking and cleaning. Throughout the movie, her mom takes care of her, always there to lend a hand and show support when Beverly needs it most. Lorraine Bracco plays Teresa Donofrio, she also played in "Goodfellas".

15. What old male friend from school came to visit Beverly on Jason's birthday?

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Answer: Tommy & Tomy

He asked her to bring the family to California.

16. Beverly's sister's name is _________ Donofrio.

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Answer: Janet

Janet is Bev's younger sister. We don't see much of her throughout the movie, but what we do see is a sister who is interested and concerned about what's going on in Bev's life. Janet Donofrio at age 8 is played by Celine Marget. Janet Donofrio at age 12 is played by Olivia Morgan Scheck. Janet Donofrio at age 19 is played by Marisa Ryan.

17. Why does Jason transfer schools?

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Answer: he is in love

He falls in love with Fay's daughter, Amelia.

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