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100 Years of Bob Hope - Part 2 Quiz

On the 29th of May 2003, Comedian Bob Hope turned 100 years old. Part 2 touches on his early career, the 'Road Pictures' and his love affair with Hollywood and America.

A multiple-choice quiz by graz1. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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Jan 04 23

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Question 1 of 10

1. During High School Bob Hope earned money doing which of the following? Hint

Working as a soda jerk

Hustling pool

All of these

Selling shoes

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Question 2 of 10

2. After High School Bob did a short stint as an amateur boxer?

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. Bob started his Vaudeville career as one half of a ________ team? Hint

Comedy

Master of Ceremonies

Singing

Dance

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Question 4 of 10

4. Bob Hope made seven 'Road Pictures' with another well known actor and good friend. What was his name? Hint

Bing Crosby

George Burns

Jack Benny

Jimmy Durante

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Question 5 of 10

5. What year were Bob Hope and Delores Reade Hope married? Hint

1931

1928

1934

1957

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Question 6 of 10

6. What year did Bob receive the "Kennedy Center Honors Lifetime Achievement Award"? Hint

1985

1980

1993

1987

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Question 7 of 10

7. How many times did Bob Hope host or co-host the Academy Awards? Hint

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Question 8 of 10

8. How many Emmy Award nominations has Bob Hope received? Hint

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Question 9 of 10

9. How many Oscar nominations has Bob Hope received? Hint

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Question 10 of 10

10. How many times has Bob Hope been honored by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. During High School Bob Hope earned money doing which of the following?

Answer: All of these

In addition to delivering meat for his brother's meat market, Bob earned money at all of the above.

2. After High School Bob did a short stint as an amateur boxer?

Answer: True

He fought under the name of Packy East. He said he quit because he "was not only being carried out of the ring, but into the ring."

3. Bob started his Vaudeville career as one half of a ________ team?

Answer: Dance

At 18, Bob and his girlfriend, Mildred Rosequist performed a dance act at nearby Vaudville houses. Shortly after he teamed with friend, Lloyd Durbin and later George Byrne.

4. Bob Hope made seven 'Road Pictures' with another well known actor and good friend. What was his name?

Answer: Bing Crosby

Hope and Crosby portrayed second-rate show business actors and third rate con men. Dorothy Lamour also was in all seven 'Road Pictures' however in "Road to Hong Kong" Joan Collins had the female lead and Dorothy had a cameo appearance playing herself, which was enlarged as financial backing depended on her appearance.

5. What year were Bob Hope and Delores Reade Hope married?

Answer: 1934

Sixty nine years as of Bob's 100th birthday, a long time by any standards, probably a record in Hollywood. They have four children and 4 grandchildren.

6. What year did Bob receive the "Kennedy Center Honors Lifetime Achievement Award"?

Answer: 1985

Bob has a long list of awards including:
1957: Golden Globe: Ambassador of Goodwill Award
1959: Academy: Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
1962: Hollywood Foreign Press Association: Cecil B. DeMille Award
1965: Screen Actors Guild: Life Achievement Award
1984: Emmy: Governor's Award
1994: American Comedy Award: Lifetime Achievement(male)
1995: National Medal of Arts
He has four stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (some sources say three).

7. How many times did Bob Hope host or co-host the Academy Awards?

Answer: 19

His first appearance was in 1940, and his last in 1978.

8. How many Emmy Award nominations has Bob Hope received?

Answer: 3

Bob received 3 Emmy Award nominations, in 1966, 1967, and 1968 for "Outstanding Musical or Variety Program". He won the Award in 1966.

9. How many Oscar nominations has Bob Hope received?

Answer: 0

Bob never received an Academy Award nomination. He used to joke about the Academy Awards, "At our house, we call it Passover."

10. How many times has Bob Hope been honored by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences?

Answer: 5

Bob has been honored by the AMPAS 5 times:
1941 - In recognition of his unselfish services to the motion picture industry (special silver plaque).
1945 - For his many services to the Academy (Life Membership in the AMPAS).
1953 - For his contribution to the laughter of the world, his service to the motion picture industry, and his devotion to the American premise.
1960 - Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
1966 - For unique and distinguished service to our industry and the Academy (gold medal).

Source: Author graz1

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