FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!
Quiz about Una Merkel
Quiz about Una Merkel

Una Merkel Trivia Quiz

Having made 90 films between 1920 and 1966, Una Merkel was one busy lady. Let's see how well you know her.

A multiple-choice quiz by Polaris101. Estimated time: 4 mins.
  1. Home
  2. »
  3. Quizzes
  4. »
  5. Movie Trivia
  6. »
  7. People Themed L-R
  8. »
  9. M - People Themed

Author
Polaris101
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
155,340
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
224
- -
Question 1 of 10
1. Una Merkel was in the 1934 and the 1952 versions of "The Merry Widow". She played the same character in both films.


NEXT>

Question 2 of 10
2. In how many films did Una Merkel appear with Jean Harlow? Hint


NEXT>

Question 3 of 10
3. Una Merkel appeared in "Daddy Long Legs", "Evelyn Prentice" and "Red-Headed Woman". Put them in chronological order. Hint


NEXT>

Question 4 of 10
4. Una Merkel appeared in one film with Hayley Mills.


NEXT>

Question 5 of 10
5. In what film did Una Merkel play the character of Effie Perrine? Hint


NEXT>

Question 6 of 10
6. What was the name of the character Una Merkel played in "Destry Rides Again"? Hint


NEXT>

Question 7 of 10
7. Which "Road" film did Una Merkel appear in? Hint


NEXT>

Question 8 of 10
8. Una Merkel appeared in three films with Franchot Tone. "Midnight Mary" and "One New York Night" were two of them. What was the third? Hint


NEXT>

Question 9 of 10
9. In what film did Una Merkel appear with Robert Montgomery and Norma Shearer? Hint


NEXT>

Question 10 of 10
10. Una Merkel earned an Oscar nomination, as Best Supporting Actress, for which of her films? Hint



(Optional) Create a Free FunTrivia ID to save the points you are about to earn:

arrow Select a User ID:
arrow Choose a Password:
arrow Your Email:




Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Una Merkel was in the 1934 and the 1952 versions of "The Merry Widow". She played the same character in both films.

Answer: False

The 1934 version stars Maurice Chevalier and Jeanette MacDonald, as Danilo and Sonia. The 1952 version stars Lana Turner and Fernando Lamas, as Crystal and Count Danilo. Una Merkel plays the Queen in the 1934 version, and Kitty Riley in the 1952 version.
2. In how many films did Una Merkel appear with Jean Harlow?

Answer: 4

 Una and Jean appeared together in "Red-Headed Woman", in 1932, "Bombshell", in 1933, "Riffraff", in 1936, and "Saratoga", in 1937. Una played Jean's best friend in each film.
3. Una Merkel appeared in "Daddy Long Legs", "Evelyn Prentice" and "Red-Headed Woman". Put them in chronological order.

Answer: Daddy Long Legs, Red-Headed Woman, Evelyn Prentice

 "Daddy Long Legs" was released in 1931, and stars Janet Gaynor and Warner Baxter. "Red-Headed Woman" was released in 1932, and stars Jean Harlow and Chester Morris. "Evelyn Prentice" was released in 1934, and stars William Powell and Myrna Loy.
4. Una Merkel appeared in one film with Hayley Mills.

Answer: False

Una Merkel appeared in two films with Hayley, "The Parent Trap" in 1961 as Verbena, the Evers' housekeeper, and in "Summer Magic" in 1963, as Maria Popham.
5. In what film did Una Merkel play the character of Effie Perrine?

Answer: The Maltese Falcon

 This version of "The Maltese Falcon" was released in 1931, and is also known as "Dangerous Female". Ricardo Cortez plays Sam Spade, whose search for a jewel-encrusted statuette, and for the killer of his partner, lead to the same place. Effie Perrine is Sam's secretary. Bebe Daniels and Dudley Digges also star.
6. What was the name of the character Una Merkel played in "Destry Rides Again"?

Answer: Lily Belle Callahan

 "Destry Rides Again" was released in 1939, and stars Marlene Dietrich, James Stewart and Mischa Auer. James Stewart plays Tom Destry, Jr., who is brought in to help the new sheriff of Bottleneck keep things in order. Una is the one who has the hair-pulling fight with Frenchy, played by Marlene Dietrich.
7. Which "Road" film did Una Merkel appear in?

Answer: Road To Zanzibar

 "Road To Zanzibar" was released in 1941, and stars Bob Hope, Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour. Crosby and Hope play Chuck and Fearless, who have jungle escapades this time around. Una and Dorothy play a couple of con-women, who trick Chuck and Fearless into financing a comic safari.
8. Una Merkel appeared in three films with Franchot Tone. "Midnight Mary" and "One New York Night" were two of them. What was the third?

Answer: Bombshell

 "Bombshell" was released in 1933, and stars Jean Harlow and Lee Tracy. Harlow plays actress Lola Burns, who is supporting her family of ne'er-do-wells, and attempting to change her image by adopting a baby. Una played Lola's friend, Mac.
9. In what film did Una Merkel appear with Robert Montgomery and Norma Shearer?

Answer: Private Lives

 "Private Lives" was released in 1931. Norma Shearer and Robert Montgomery play Mandy and Elyot, former husband and wife. They have both just remarried, and end up in adjoining suites on their honeymoons. When their new spouses each leave to go to the bar to have a drink, Mandy and Elyot begin reminiscing, and the sparks start to fly again. Una plays Elyot's new wife, Sibyl.
10. Una Merkel earned an Oscar nomination, as Best Supporting Actress, for which of her films?

Answer: Summer And Smoke

 "Summer And Smoke" was released in 1961. It stars Geraldine Page, Laurence Harvey and Rita Moreno. It is the film version of Tennessee Williams' play. Geraldine Page plays a repressed woman, whose unrequited love for the town doctor's son, played by Laurence Harvey, has lasted since they were children. Una plays Page's mother in the film.

In addition to Una's nomination, "Summer And Smoke" was also nominated for Best Actress for Geraldine Page, Best Art Direction-Set Decoration (Color), and Best Music Score.
Source: Author Polaris101

This quiz was reviewed by FunTrivia editor skunkee before going online.
Any errors found in FunTrivia content are routinely corrected through our feedback system.
Related Quizzes
1. John Malkovich Movies Easier
2. Shirley Maclaine Movies Average
3. James McAvoy Movies Easier
4. Be Sure You're Mature Average
5. Tell Me Moore Easier
6. Fred MacMurray Tough
7. Your McDermott is Showing Very Easy
8. The Works of William H. Macy Tough
9. My Screen Idol Average
10. Roddy McDowall Film Sampler Average
11. Steve Martin Movie Mix-Up Average
12. Oh, No! Not Meatloaf Again! Average

Referenced Topics
Music   Movies   People   Names   New York   Tennessee   The Parent Trap   James Stewart   Spades   Bob Hope   The Maltese Falcon  

Other Destinations
  Explore Other Quizzes by Polaris101

  Go to People Themed L-R Quizzes

  More M - People Themed Quizzes

  FunTrivia Homepage

12/22/2024, Copyright 2024 FunTrivia, Inc. - Report an Error / Contact Us