How Well Do You Know Your 'Gates'? Quiz

Answer: Software Developer

Bill Gates and Paul Allen founded Microsoft, a computer software company in 1975. Gates attended Harvard University for two years without a specific study plan before dropping out to start his own company with Allen. With Microsoft he held positions as chairman, Chief Executive Officer, software developer and became a technology adviser in 2014.

Answer: NFL Football Player

Antonio Gates was an American football player in the National Football League since 2003. He was signed by the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted free agent in spite of never having played college football and became one of the most prolific tight ends in the sport. His excellence garnered him numerous Pro Bowl selections and was part of the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team.

Answer: Musician

David Gates was an American musician in the soft rock genre and recognized as the frontman for the pop group Bread. He was active in the music industry from 1957 to 2006. Gates' first single was "Jo Baby/Lovin' at Night" when he was with the Accents. He formed Bread in 1967 with fellow band members Robb Royer and Jimmy Griffin.

Answer: Revolutionary War General

Horatio Gates was an American general during the American War of Independence (1775-1783). He was head of the Northern Department of the Continental Army and was attributed with the defeat of the British at the Battle of Saratoga(1777). Conversely, after suffering defeat at the Battle of Camden(1780) he was relieved of his duties and retired with a tarnished reputation.

Answer: Harlem Globetrotter

William 'Pop' Gates was a professional basketball player who played for and coached the Harlem Globetrotters from 1949-1957. He began his pro career in 1938 with the New York Renaissance (Rens) and was among the first African-Americans in the NBL. In 1989, he was elected into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Answer: Philanthropist

Melinda Gates was a philanthropist and co-founder of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The foundation primarily serves to aid the disadvantaged, boost healthcare and education and provide access to IT. In 2016, former President Barack Obama granted her the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her philanthropic accomplishments.

Answer: Los Angeles Police Chief

Daryl Gates was the Chief of the LAPD from 1978-1992 and began his career as a police officer in 1949. During his career he was involved in numerous high-profile investigations including the Manson murders and the Hillside Strangler case. He was perhaps best known for his tenure during the Rodney King riots of 1991 which resulted in his forced retirement the following year.

Answer: Architect

Frank P. Gates was an American architect who modelled buildings in the state of Mississippi during the twentieth century. Many of the structures that he designed are in National Register of Historical Places including the Tunica County Courthouse. Several buildings on campus of the University of Mississippi were erected based on his work.

Answer: Theoretical Physicist

Sylvester James Gates was an American theoretical physicist, a branch of science which deals with mathematical models to explain the occurrence of natural phenomena. He was a professor at leading American schools such as the University of Maryland and Brown University. Some of his credits include induction into The National Academy of Sciences in 2013.

Answer: Industrialist

John Warne Gates was an American industrialist during the late eighteenth century. He was an advocate in the use of barbed wire as a barrier for fences in the farming industry which led to his involvement in the steel business. Later, he was involved in altering steel production processes while President of Republic Steel.