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10 Questions about Zulu | Movies

This film tells the epic story of the defence of a mission station in 1879 Natal.

A multiple-choice quiz by mortifer. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
mortifer

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
177,442

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

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2203

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Question 1 of 10

1. Zulu portrays which famous action? Hint

The Battle of Isandhlwana

The Defence of Rorke's Drift

The Siege of Khartoum

The Battle of Omdurman

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Question 2 of 10

2. In 'Zulu' the reporting of more than one disaster in a day upsets who at breakfast? Hint

Horse Guards

Parliament

Civilians

Headquarters

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Question 3 of 10

3. Who plays Lieutenant Gonville Bromhead in 'Zulu'? Hint

Michael Caine

Jack Hawkins

Stanley Baker

Richard Burton

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Question 4 of 10

4. Shortly after arriving on scene in 'Zulu' Adendorff asks Bromhead who he thinks are coming to wipe out his command. Who does he mention? Hint

The Grenadier Guards

The Zulus

The Fuzzy Wuzzies

The Boers

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Question 5 of 10

5. What term does Adendorff use to describe the Zulu formation in the film 'Zulu'? Hint

Striking Cobra

Spitting Cobra

Flying Column

Fighting Bull Buffalo

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which song do the defenders sing in 'Zulu'? Hint

Amazing Grace

Abide With Me

Land of Hope and Glory

Men of Harlech

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which Regiment (1879) is portrayed in the film 'Zulu'? Hint

24th (Welsh Regiment) Regiment of Foot

24th (2nd Warwickshire) Regiment of Foot

24th (King's Own Border Regiment) Regiment of Foot

24th (King's Own Fusiliers) Regiment of Foot

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Question 8 of 10

8. During the Roll of honour in 'Zulu' Hook is carving his name, what does he use for this task? Hint

his Bayonet

Surgeon's Saw

his Knife

an Assegai

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Question 9 of 10

9. Ulla Jacobsson played the part of who in 'Zulu'? Hint

Margarita Witt

Magenta Witt

Margaret Witt

Margareta Witt

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Question 10 of 10

10. During 'Zulu's' bridge building sequence how many men does Corporal Allan say he can defend the site with? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Zulu portrays which famous action?

Answer: The Defence of Rorke's Drift

The heroic stand at Rorke's Drift, 22nd-23rd January 1879, followed on the heels of the disaster at Isandhlwana, 22nd January 1879. However many now try to belittle the action it is still an example of discipline and courage in the face of odds.

2. In 'Zulu' the reporting of more than one disaster in a day upsets who at breakfast?

Answer: Civilians

The exact exchange is:- Chard - 'I don't think so Mr.Witt, the Army doesn't like more than one disaster in a day.'
Bromhead - 'It looks bad in the newspapers and upsets civilians at their breakfast.'

3. Who plays Lieutenant Gonville Bromhead in 'Zulu'?

Answer: Michael Caine

The role of Bromhead gave Michael Caine his first starring role, helping to establish him as an upcoming star. The story goes that the producers only chose him because they had run out of time in choosing an actor to play this central role.

4. Shortly after arriving on scene in 'Zulu' Adendorff asks Bromhead who he thinks are coming to wipe out his command. Who does he mention?

Answer: The Grenadier Guards

Although Adendorff is portrayed at Rorke's Drift there is no record of him being there during the battle. He was reported as arriving but it seems no further mention of him was made in regards to the defence.

5. What term does Adendorff use to describe the Zulu formation in the film 'Zulu'?

Answer: Fighting Bull Buffalo

The buffalo's head moves forward. As the enemy advances the head deploys to form the animal's encircling horns. The enemy are drawn in on the loins as the horns close behind them. The enemy are then finished.

6. Which song do the defenders sing in 'Zulu'?

Answer: Men of Harlech

Although there are no records of singing from either side during the battle at Rorke's Drift, it adds to the cinematic effect. These actions serve the purpose of showing the resolution of the defenders.

7. Which Regiment (1879) is portrayed in the film 'Zulu'?

Answer: 24th (2nd Warwickshire) Regiment of Foot

The 24th Regiment of Foot were formed in March 1689, as Sir Edward Derring's Regiment of Foot. In 1751 they became the 24th Regiment of Foot. In 1782 they were localised as the 24th (2nd Warwicksire) regiment of Foot. The Regiment became the South Wales Borderers in 1881. The Regiment is now part of The Royal regiment of Wales.

8. During the Roll of honour in 'Zulu' Hook is carving his name, what does he use for this task?

Answer: an Assegai

Henry Hook, Private, B Company, 24th Regiment of Foot, won a VC for his part in the defence of the hospital at Rorke's Drift, and the rescue of patients from the burning building. The role of Hook was played by James Booth in the film 'Zulu'.

9. Ulla Jacobsson played the part of who in 'Zulu'?

Answer: Margareta Witt

The Witts were the missionaries whose station of Rorke's Drift, became the centrepiece of the famous action. Jack Hawkins played Margareta's father Otto Witt, giving a fine performance.

10. During 'Zulu's' bridge building sequence how many men does Corporal Allan say he can defend the site with?

Answer: 6

Corporal Allen says he could anchor a pont midstream and defend against trouble with 6 riflemen. Lieutenant Chard says he can handle the situation, and orders the men back to the mission station.

Source: Author mortifer

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