Welsh People Trivia Quiz

Answer: Catherine Zeta-Jones

Catherine Zeta-Jones was born and brought up in the Welsh town of Swansea, and since she was a little girl she wanted to be an actress and singer. After appearing as a child in such musicals as 'Annie' and 'Bugsy Malone' she got her first big break when she starred in '42nd Street' in London's West End. Since then she has been in many movies but many British people like to remember her in 'The Darling Buds of May' on British TV.

Answer: Harry Secombe

Harry Secombe was the Goon with the beautiful voice. He played Neddy Seagoon in the 'Goon Show', as well as many other parts. In 1981 he was knighted and referred to himself referred to himself as Sir Cumference, in reference to his rounded figure. In summer Sir Harry used to arrange celebrity cricket teams to play local teams and raise money for charity.

Answer: Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones wrote 'Gavin and Stacey' with writing partner James Corden. She played the part of Stacey's friend Nessa, and James played Gavin's friend Smithy. Ruth has played many other parts since the end of the series and notably portrayed the late great Hattie Jacques in a biopic of her life.

Answer: Dylan Thomas

The Welsh writer and poet Dylan Thomas was very popular in his lifetime and remained so after his early death at the age of 39. He also wrote the very well known poem 'Do not go gently into that good night'.

Answer: Shirley Bassey

Shirley Bassey began her professional career in the mid 1950s, and is well known for her beautiful and strong contralto voice and her glamourous dresses. She sang the theme songs to James Bond movies 'Diamonds Are Forever', 'Moonraker' and 'Goldfinger'.

Answer: Terry Griffiths

Terry won the world championship in 1979 and reached the final in 1988. He also won the Masters in 1980 and the UK Championship in 1982. This made him one of the few players to win the snooker triple crown. He went on to work as a coach and a snooker pundit on television.

Answer: Anthony Hopkins

It was Sir Phillip Anthony Hopkins who gave such a chilling performance as Hannibal Lecter in 'Silence of the Lambs'. He won an Oscar for best actor for his performance. He starred in many other movies and was awarded three BAFTAs. He also works as a director and was knighted by the Queen for services to the arts.

Answer: Aneurin Bevan

Aneurin Bevan was a lifelong socialist and champion of working people. When he was Minister of Health in the British government, he was able to introduce the National Health Service, which was his greatest achievement.

Answer: Tom Jones

Tom Jones is the son of a miner and was born in Pontypridd in 1940. As a child he struggled at school because he suffered from dyslexia, but he always enjoyed singing. He had his first big hit in 1965 with 'It's Not Unusual', and since then has had many hits including 'Delilah', 'What's New Pussycat' and 'The Green Green Grass of Home'.

Answer: Rob Brydon

Rob Brydon is an actor, comedian, radio and television presenter, singer and impressionist. In the sitcom 'Gavin and Stacey' he plays the rather annoying but kind hearted uncle Bryn. Rob was born in Baglan, Glamorganshire and attended Dumbarton School until he was fourteen years old.

He admits that while he was at Dumbarton School he once stole the dinner money of fellow pupil Catherine Zeta- Jones.