People's Pets Trivia

1. Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain has been known for her love for which European breed of herding dog?

From Quiz Furry Persons and Their Human Companions

Answer: Pembroke Welsh Corgi

While all of these breeds are herding dogs, the furry people who won the heart of this queen were Pembroke Welsh Corgis. She was given her first Corgi as a gift in 1933. The Corgi one of the smallest of all herding dogs (the other id the Lancashire Heeler), is a very intelligent breed, and love to work. They make great pets... just ask Her Majesty!

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Elizabeth Barrett Browning was a respected poet of the Victorian era. Following a lung complaint contracted when she was around 15, her health was frail and for some time she was a recluse. Flush was her loving and constant companion. She met Robert Browning in 1845 after he wrote to her expressing admiration for her 1844 volume "Poems". They married in 1846 in London, despite her father's objections. He actually objected to the marriage of every single one of his children, and disinherited each one of them on their marriage. The newly-weds went to live in Italy, where in 1849 she gave birth to a son. She continued writing until 1860, but then her health worsened and she died in June 1861. She is buried in the English Cemetery in Florence. Her son, Pen, did marry but had no children, so she has no direct descendents.

From Quiz Famous People and Their Beloved Cats

Answer: The Clintons

"Socks" was an abandoned kitten and was found under Chelsea's piano teacher's front porch. He became one of the most famous presidential cats of all time. "Socks" received fan mail by the bag-load at the White House and even had books written about him. "Socks" did made a serious mistake though. When the chocolate lab by the name of "Buddy" came to live with the Clinton household, "Socks" made it clear that he would allow no intruders of the canine persuasion. Things only got worse and when the Clintons left the White House they gave "Socks" to the president's secretary, Betty Curry.

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Frederick II of Prussia

Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, kept dozens of greyhounds at his summer castle of Sans Souci. He had eleven white marble tombs erected for his favourites and wanted to be buried with them, as well as with a favourite horse. Frederick is reported to have addressed his dogs much more politely than his servants.

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Achilles and El Cid

Xanthus was an immortal horse belonging to Achilles. The goddess Hera gave Xanthus the power of speech so that he could warn Achilles that he was about to die in the Trojan War. Babieca was the long-serving horse of El Cid. The last instruction of El Cid was that his body be secured on Babieca, in full armour and with sword raised. He was sent out ahead of the Spanish knights into battle, the opposing moors fled, crying that El Cid had risen from the dead. Babieca was not ridden again and died 2 years later at the age of 40.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Truman Capote

Truman Capote was born in New Orleans in 1924. His short stories novels and plays are American literary classics. At least 20 films and dramas have been produced from his works, including the Audrey Hepburn film, "Breakfast at Tiffany's". He started writing at the age of ten, and won the O. Henry short story award at the age of 19. His major work "Other Voices, Other Rooms", published in 1948, is semi-autobiographical, and was on the "New York Times" bestseller list for eight weeks, selling 26,000 copies. He was great friends with Harper Lee and the character of Dill in "To Kill A Mocking Bird" is thought to have been based on him. He died In Los Angeles in 1984.

From Quiz Famous People and Their Beloved Cats

Answer: Edgar Allan Poe

Edgar Allan Poe's wife was dying of consumption (tuberculosis) in the cold and damp of winter. They could afford no heating in their home. "Caterina" took it upon herself to keep Virginia warm and she was totally devoted to her job of tending to her sick friend. Poe was extremely impressed and named "Caterina" as Virginia's official nurse. He even wrote "The Black Cat" in honor of "Caterina".

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Mark Twain

After reading "Tom Sawyer" one might think Twain only had use for dead cats, but in reality he loved cats and shared his house with many of them. He said: "If man could be crossed with the cat, it would improve the man but deteriorate the cat." He deliberately chose unusual names to teach his children to pronounce difficult words. Twain also loved dogs and said about them: "Heaven goes by favour. If it went by merit, you would stay out and your dog would go in."

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Gene Autry and Dick Turpin

Many people think of Dick Turpin as a lone highwayman. However, for the majority of his criminal career he was a member of the so-called "Essex Gang" and really a common thief and smuggler. His famous ride to York was actually a feat achieved by 17th-century highwayman John 'Swift Nick' Nevison. Gene Autry's career lasted seventy years in the world of film, radio, television, and live theatre and rodeo performances. He was one of the most successful singing cowboys, completing ninety-three movies and starring in ninety-one television productions. Singing Sandy was John Wayne who appeared as this singing cowboy for eight years at the start of his long career.

From Quiz Furry Persons and Their Human Companions

Answer: Duke

John Wayne's nickname of Duke or "The Duke" was derived from his childhood pet and furry person, "Duke". He followed his dog around so much that his father took to calling him "Little Duke", and the rest is history.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Eugene O'Neill

Eugene O'Neill was born in 1888 in a hotel room in Times Square. Starbucks now occupy the site and a plaque commemorates O'Neil's birth there. His plays dealt with pessimism and personal tragedy, possibly due to his own own depression and alcoholism. He was much honoured, receiving three Pulitzer Prizes during his lifetime, in 1920, 1922 and 1928, as well as the Nobel Prize for Literature. He died in 1953 and his masterpiece, "Long Day's Journey Into Night" was published and staged posthumously in 1957, and won him a fourth Pulitzer. His daughter, Oona, married Charlie Chaplin when she was 18 and he was 54. O'Neill disowned her for this and never saw her again.

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Abraham Lincoln

All of these presidents were cat lovers, but Lincoln was the first to bring a cat (actually three kittens) to live at the White House. They shared the residence with two goats who had to live at the White House because they were chewing up the flowers in the garden.

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Buddha and Odin

The Buddha rode Kantanka, a white horse, on his road to enlightenment. Odin rode his eight-legged steed, Sleipnir, hunting for the souls of great men to help in the battle of Ragnarok.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Sir Walter Scott

Sir Walter Scott, born in Edinburgh in 1771, was a prolific historical novelist and poet, who was popular not just in Scotland and England but throughout Europe. His famous works include "Ivanhoe", "Rob Roy", "The Lady of The Lake", "Waverley" and "The Heart of Midlothian". Born in Edinburgh, the son of a lawyer, his early training was aimed at him following his father into the legal profession, and as a young man he did make his living from the law, as a Sheriff Deputy. His writing career did not begin until he was 25, when he translated some German ballads, followed by the publication of a set of collected Scottish ballads. Financial problems led to him writing "Waverley", which was the equivalent of the modern block-buster, and established his popularity. He is buried in Dryburgh Abbey, which, quite fittingly, is close to a statue of William Wallace, the archetypal Scottish hero.

From Quiz Famous People and Their Beloved Cats

Answer: Amy Carter

Yet another "presidential puddy", only this time of the Siamese persuasion. This was one smart cat. He especially loved steak and seafood from the White House kitchen, and was known to make frequent forays to the kitchen in hopes of a handout worthy of a presidential puddy.

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Florence Nightingale

She also carried a pet owl around in her pocket.

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Comanche and Champion

Comanche was found on the Custer Battlefield, wounded by bullets and arrows. He was nursed back to health and became the regimental mascot and accompanied the regiment until his death at Fort Riley, Kansas on November 9, 1891. "Champion the Wonder Horse" was a TV series produced by Gene Autry. It featured a wild stallion who befriended twelve year-old Ricky North (Barry Curtis) in the American Southwest in the 1880's. Ricky, who lived on his Uncle Sandy's (Jim Bannon) ranch, attracted trouble and had to be rescued by the wonder horse.

From Quiz Furry Persons and Their Human Companions

Answer: Adolf Hitler

While all of these choices led a European country in the 20th century and had furry friends, it was Hitler who so loved his German Shepard named Blondi, that he felt it necessary to put her down when he realized he had been defeated. He fed her a cyanide tablet to see if they worked and to prevent her from suffering the shame of defeat. When Blondi died, he and his wife, Eva Braun, then used them. There are numerous photos showing Hitler with his beautiful furry person standing staunchly by his side. Certainly not a case of a human being a dog's best friend.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Sir Winston Churchill

Sir Winston Churchill was born in 1874. He served in the British Army, was a war correspondent in both Cuba and South Africa, held office as Home Secretary and Chancellor of The Exchequer, and led Britain as Prime Minister for most of World War II. His speeches during those troubled times were uplifting and inspiring. After the war he was voted out of office, but returned as Prime Minster in the 1951 election. He retired from the Premiership in 1955 and was succeeded by Anthony Eden. However, he remained a Member of Parliament until 1964. He spent his retirement at his country home, Chartwell, in Kent. This is open to the public, along with his studio at the bottom of the garden which displays many of his paintings. He built all of the garden walls himself. Churchill died in 1965 and was given a State Funeral, the only commoner ever to be granted such an honour in the 20th century. He is buried at Woodstock in Oxfordshire, close to Blenheim Palace, where he was born. It is a simple country church and a very simple grave for such a great man. His wife lies next to him.

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Newton & Isaac Newton

Apparently he did so at his house in Woolsthorpe, for the convenience of his pet cats.

From Quiz Furry Persons and Their Human Companions

Answer: John Steinbeck

In 1960 author John Steinbeck bought a pickup truck with a topper and proceeded to tour the United States with his blue Standard Poodle named Charley. When he was done with his tour he wrote "Travels With Charley", a funny, yet somewhat sad statement about the state of affairs in the nation. It was simply a story of what was seen and experienced by a furry person and his human companion.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens was born in 1812 in Portsmouth, the second of eight children. His early years working 10 hour days sticking labels on tins of shoe polish influenced his later writings, many of which featured the onerous working conditions of those times. His first novel "The Pickwick Papers" was published in 1836/7 in serial form, a common form of publication at the time. His books have been made into films and television series, many of them more than once, and whilst they may now be seen as over sentimental in some areas, they remain a social commentary of working class life in Victorian times. Dickens died in June 1870 at his home in Gads Hill in Kent. He had expressed a wish to be buried in Rochester Cathedral, but instead was given the honour of a grave in Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey.

From Quiz Pets of the Rich and Famous

Answer: Alexander Pope

"Bounce to Fop. An Heroick Epistle from a Dog at Twickenham to a Dog at Court", a satirical condemnation of the nobility, was written in 1763.

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Incitatus and Hercules

Caligula was emperor of Rome from 37-41 A.D., and in four short years established a reputation for manic behaviour which has lasted since then. Apparently he created Incitatus a Consul of Rome to bring the self important politicians opposing him into line. "Steptoe and Son" was a landmark television comedy series. Hercules was the Steptoe's horse and achieved stardom. Hercules was a genuine rag and bone man's horse - he belonged to brothers Arthur and Chris Arnold.

From Quiz Furry Persons and Their Human Companions

Answer: Edward VII

Edward VII was a popular king often known as "The Peacemaker" for his role in negotiations between European countries. He owned many animals, but his acknowledged favorite was Caesar. There are many photographs of the king's funeral procession in which his casket is being borne through the streets of London. Nine heads of state and kings followed behind. In front of them all is Caesar, walking by his master's casket. In 1908 Edward VII was so enamored of his dog that he commissioned famed jeweler Carl Faberge to make a carving of his furry friend, complete with gemstones and a golden collar. In 1905 he had commissioned famed oil painter, John Barker, to paint a portrait of Caesar.

From Quiz Celebrity Cats

Answer: T.S. Eliot

T.S. Eliot (1884-1965) wrote "old Possum's Book of Practical Cats", which Andrew Lloyd Weber used as the basis for "Cats", the musical. Among Eliot's other famous works are "The Waste Land" and "Murder in the Cathedral". He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1948.

From Quiz Literary Dog Owners

Answer: Jacqueline Susann

Jacqueline Susann was born in Philadelphia, but as soon as she graduated from school she headed to New York City determined to become an actress. She landed various bit parts in plays and commercials. In 1939 she met and married press agent Irving Mansfield who became her manager. He ensured her name was prominent in news columns and she soon became a regular on "The Morey Amsterdam Show" and landed a role in the Broadway show "A Lady Says Yes" In 1955 she acquired both Josephine and a contract to be fashion commentator for Shiffli Lace, a role which she continued with until 1961. In the early 1960s she turned to writing. Her first book "Every Night, Josephine" was based on her experiences with her poodle and sold well enough for her to embark on her best known work "Valley of The Dolls". The book was an instant success and has sold around 30 million copies worldwide, as well as being made into a film, with Patty Duke and Sharon Tate, which she hated, to the extent of walking out of the premiere. Jacqueline Susann died in 1974 of breast cancer.

From Quiz Unlikely Meetings by Heroes and Horses

Answer: Diablo and Marsala

Duncan Renaldo starred as the hero in this popular televised cowboy series called "The Cisco Kid" which was broadcast in the USA between 1950 and 1956. Giuseppe Garibaldi (July 4, 1807 - June 2, 1882) was a brilliant guerrilla fighter and probably Italy's most famous soldier. He was called the "Hero of the Two Worlds" because of his military adventures in both South America and Europe.

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