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Quiz about Claire Danes CoStars
Quiz about Claire Danes CoStars

Claire Danes Co-Stars Trivia Quiz


My third quiz adoption looks at the versatile Claire Danes, as I jazz up Ophelia78's original work looking at Claire's extremely successful co-stars!
This is a renovated/adopted version of an old quiz by author Ophelia78

A multiple-choice quiz by TemptressToo. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
TemptressToo
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
7,938
Updated
Aug 20 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
345
Last 3 plays: Guest 76 (10/10), Guest 35 (10/10), teachdpo (8/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The year was 1999 and Claire starred as Julie Barnes, part of a trio of delinquents trying to solve the murder of their mentor and supervising police officer. Omar Epps was one of her young costars, but who was the third member of "The Mod Squad"? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. In 1994, the world was introduced to the very teen-angst-filled dramatic television series, "My So Called Life". Claire navigated the waters of Liberty High School as Angela Chase, the girlfriend of the high school bad boy, Jordan, played by whom? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In 1994, Claire became the quiet one, Beth, as one of the March sisters featured in the remake of "Little Women". She didn't get a romantic story line, but she did star beside rich neighbor, Laurie, played by whom? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Claire appeared in a supporting role in 2002's "The Hours" playing Julia, the daughter of Clarissa Vaughan, a bisexual woman preparing for the emotion of an ex-lover's pending death. Woven through this storyline is the historical character, Virginia Woolf, played by whom? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. A vacation in Thailand goes horribly wrong as Claire takes on the role of Alice Marano in the 1999 movie, "Brokedown Palace". She makes quite the sacrifice to save her friend from a prison life sentence for drug smuggling. The friend in need was played by whom? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Making Shakespeare popular again, Claire starred as Juliet Capulet in 1996's "Romeo + Juliet". Despite the modern 1990's veneer, this version ended much the same as every other in dramatic history with Juliet committing herself to Romeo, even in death. Who played Romeo? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Claire got to show a bit of her comedic timing staring as Mirabelle Buttersfield in 2005's "Shopgirl", where she plays a salesgirl at Saks Fifth Avenue, bored and torn between a a poor young man and a wealthy older man played by whom? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. After some time away from major roles, Claire returned to the small screen starring as Carrie Mathison in Showtimes series, "Homeland". Lasting eight seasons, the series followed Carrie as she covertly investigates a former prisoner of war played by whom? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. In 1997, Claire took on a dramatic role as Kelly Riker, a battered wife who eventually kills her abusive husband in "The Rainmaker". One dramatic scene features a confrontation with that abusive husband and the young attorney trying to help Kelly, played by whom? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Mostly seen in flashbacks of days gone by, Claire played young Gladiola in 1995's "How To Make An American Quilt". The film's female lead wasn't played by Claire, but which other young woman whose character, Finn, wrestled with the decision to marry her boyfriend? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The year was 1999 and Claire starred as Julie Barnes, part of a trio of delinquents trying to solve the murder of their mentor and supervising police officer. Omar Epps was one of her young costars, but who was the third member of "The Mod Squad"?

Answer: Giovanni Ribisi

Born in 1974, Giovanni Ribisi is a versatile character actor largely cast in supporting roles in action or dramatic films like this role of Pete Cochran in "The Mod Squad" and Tim Briggs in "Contraband". Ribisi has some minor film awards, including a Golden Arena Award for 2002s "Heaven".
2. In 1994, the world was introduced to the very teen-angst-filled dramatic television series, "My So Called Life". Claire navigated the waters of Liberty High School as Angela Chase, the girlfriend of the high school bad boy, Jordan, played by whom?

Answer: Jared Leto

Born in 1971, Jared Leto probably surprised a lot of people with his professional growth as both an actor and musician. No stranger to screen accolades with projects such as "Requiem for a Dream", Leto won an Academy Award for his role in the "Dallas Buyers Club". Leto also fronts the critically acclaimed rock band, Thirty Seconds to Mars that has racked up an impressive amount of music award hardware.
3. In 1994, Claire became the quiet one, Beth, as one of the March sisters featured in the remake of "Little Women". She didn't get a romantic story line, but she did star beside rich neighbor, Laurie, played by whom?

Answer: Christian Bale

Born in 1974, Christian Bale is one of the rare exceptions to successful child stars who go on to being successful adults in the industry. Although he is yet to win any hardware, he's been nominated for numerous Academy Awards including two for his work in "American Hustle" and "Ford v Ferrari".
4. Claire appeared in a supporting role in 2002's "The Hours" playing Julia, the daughter of Clarissa Vaughan, a bisexual woman preparing for the emotion of an ex-lover's pending death. Woven through this storyline is the historical character, Virginia Woolf, played by whom?

Answer: Nicole Kidman

Born in 1967, Nicole Kidman has a long history of dramatic roles, earning an Oscar and Golden Globe for her work in "The Others", Golden Globes for her work in 2001s "Moulin Rouge", and a Golden Globe for the dramatic series "Big Little Lies" (2017-2019).
5. A vacation in Thailand goes horribly wrong as Claire takes on the role of Alice Marano in the 1999 movie, "Brokedown Palace". She makes quite the sacrifice to save her friend from a prison life sentence for drug smuggling. The friend in need was played by whom?

Answer: Kate Beckinsale

Born in 1973, Kate Beckinsale has featured as the pretty heroine in a wide variety of roles, earning minor film awards for action adventure films such as "Underworld". An only child, Beckinsale's showbiz parents made sure she was well educated all the way to Oxford, all the while encouraging her movie star dreams.
6. Making Shakespeare popular again, Claire starred as Juliet Capulet in 1996's "Romeo + Juliet". Despite the modern 1990's veneer, this version ended much the same as every other in dramatic history with Juliet committing herself to Romeo, even in death. Who played Romeo?

Answer: Leonardo DiCaprio

Born in 1974, Leonardo DiCaprio has also grown tremendously as an actor, chasing the ever illusive Oscar for the last twenty years. After a string of stellar performances from "Blood Diamond" to The "Wolf of Wall Street" he finally succeeded, winning the his first ever Best Actor Oscar for his role in 2015 for "The Revenant".
7. Claire got to show a bit of her comedic timing staring as Mirabelle Buttersfield in 2005's "Shopgirl", where she plays a salesgirl at Saks Fifth Avenue, bored and torn between a a poor young man and a wealthy older man played by whom?

Answer: Steve Martin

Born in 1945, Steve Martin has had a long career in entertainment ranging from stand-up comedy to bluegrass. He has an Honorary Academy Award from 2013 and multiple Grammy awards, both for comedy and bluegrass music. A stellar banjo player, Martin even has several awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association.
8. After some time away from major roles, Claire returned to the small screen starring as Carrie Mathison in Showtimes series, "Homeland". Lasting eight seasons, the series followed Carrie as she covertly investigates a former prisoner of war played by whom?

Answer: Damian Lewis

Born in 1971, Damian Lewis first rose to Hollywood prominence for his character work as Army Major Richard Winters in 2001s "Band of Brothers." Since that time, he has developed quite the resume of film work. It was for his work on "Homeland," however, that he earned both an Emmy (2012) and a Golden Globe (2013).
9. In 1997, Claire took on a dramatic role as Kelly Riker, a battered wife who eventually kills her abusive husband in "The Rainmaker". One dramatic scene features a confrontation with that abusive husband and the young attorney trying to help Kelly, played by whom?

Answer: Matt Damon

Born in 1970, Matt Damon has been no stranger to award shows, racking multiple Oscars and Golden Globes (among many other awards) for writing and acting in 1998's "Good Will Hunting". Since that time he has become a fixture of action adventure and dramatic roles including the "Bourne" series.
10. Mostly seen in flashbacks of days gone by, Claire played young Gladiola in 1995's "How To Make An American Quilt". The film's female lead wasn't played by Claire, but which other young woman whose character, Finn, wrestled with the decision to marry her boyfriend?

Answer: Winona Ryder

Born in 1971, Winona Ryder's bread and butter was that of the rebellious and quirky teen in many popular 1990's films, from "Edward Scissorhands" to "Reality Bites" to "Little Women". She has been nominated for several major awards, and has a Golden Globe from her work on "The Age of Innocence".
Source: Author TemptressToo

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