General Awareness

Film, Theatre, and Media

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Indian cinema, theatre, and mass media form a crucial part of static general knowledge. This section covers national awards, prominent actors, censorship issues, and cinematic themes. These concepts frequently appear in SSC, banking, and state PSC examinations to assess a candidate's cultural awareness.

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Film, Theatre, and Media Questions

Multiple choice

What was the name of the song that became a global hit and signature tune for the 1962 film "Dr. No"?

  1. Dr. No

  2. From Russia with Love

  3. Goldfinger

  4. Thunderball
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Monty Norman's "Dr. No" theme set the tone for the entire James Bond franchise and became an iconic piece of film music.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the song that became a hit single and was featured in the 1967 film "The Graduate"?

  1. Mrs. Robinson

  2. Scarborough Fair

  3. The Sound of Silence

  4. Bridge Over Troubled Water
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Explanation

Simon & Garfunkel's "Mrs. Robinson" became a defining song of the 1960s and perfectly captured the film's themes of alienation and disillusionment.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the song that became a global hit and signature tune for the 1967 film "Bonnie and Clyde"?

  1. Bonnie and Clyde

  2. Foggy Mountain Breakdown

  3. The Ballad of Bonnie and Clyde

  4. Me and Bobby McGee
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Earl Scruggs' banjo-driven instrumental "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" became an iconic piece of music associated with the film "Bonnie and Clyde".

Multiple choice

Who is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for the same role?

  1. Helen Hayes

  2. Audrey Hepburn

  3. Barbra Streisand

  4. Christopher Plummer
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Christopher Plummer is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for the same role, which was for his performance as Iago in Shakespeare's Othello.

Multiple choice

Who is the youngest actor to have won an Oscar for Best Actor?

  1. Adrien Brody

  2. Jamie Foxx

  3. Daniel Day-Lewis

  4. Leonardo DiCaprio
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Adrien Brody is the youngest actor to have won an Oscar for Best Actor, at the age of 29, for his performance in The Pianist.

Multiple choice

Who is the only actor to have won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical and Best Actor in a Play in the same year?

  1. Hugh Jackman

  2. Nathan Lane

  3. Billy Porter

  4. Lin-Manuel Miranda
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Billy Porter is the only actor to have won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical and Best Actor in a Play in the same year, for his performances in Kinky Boots and Angels in America, respectively.

Multiple choice

Which actor holds the record for the most Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series?

  1. Kelsey Grammer

  2. Ted Danson

  3. Michael J. Fox

  4. Jerry Seinfeld
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Explanation

Kelsey Grammer holds the record for the most Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, with five awards.

Multiple choice

Who is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for their work in three different decades?

  1. Meryl Streep

  2. Jack Nicholson

  3. Helen Mirren

  4. Anthony Hopkins
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Explanation

Meryl Streep is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for their work in three different decades.

Multiple choice

Who is the only actor to have won an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Actor in a Supporting Role?

  1. Jack Nicholson

  2. Robert De Niro

  3. Al Pacino

  4. Daniel Day-Lewis
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Explanation

Daniel Day-Lewis is the only actor to have won an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Actor in a Supporting Role.

Multiple choice

Who is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for their work in the same year?

  1. Helen Hayes

  2. Audrey Hepburn

  3. Barbra Streisand

  4. Christopher Plummer
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Explanation

Helen Hayes is the only actor to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award for their work in the same year, for her performance in Anastasia.

Multiple choice

Which iconic sports film, released in 1983, depicted the real-life story of Indian boxer Hawa Singh?

  1. Paan Singh Tomar

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  4. Dangal
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Explanation

Paan Singh Tomar, a 2012 biographical sports drama film, tells the story of Hawa Singh, a seven-time national steeplechase champion who turned to banditry after facing injustice.

Multiple choice

In the 2016 biographical sports drama film 'Dangal', which real-life wrestler did Aamir Khan portray?

  1. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  2. Geeta Phogat

  3. Babita Kumari Phogat

  4. Vinesh Phogat
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Aamir Khan played the role of Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler who trained his daughters Geeta and Babita to become world-class wrestlers.

Multiple choice

In the 2014 biographical sports drama film 'Mary Kom', who played the titular role of the Indian boxer?

  1. Priyanka Chopra

  2. Deepika Padukone

  3. Alia Bhatt

  4. Kangana Ranaut
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Priyanka Chopra portrayed the role of Mary Kom, a five-time world boxing champion and Olympic bronze medalist.

Multiple choice

In the 2019 biographical sports drama film 'Chhichhore', which actor played the role of the cricket coach?

  1. Sushant Singh Rajput

  2. Shraddha Kapoor

  3. Varun Sharma

  4. Tahir Raj Bhasin
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Sushant Singh Rajput portrayed the role of Anirudh Pathak, a cricket coach who inspires his students to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.

Multiple choice

In the 2016 biographical sports drama film 'Sultan', which actor played the titular role of the wrestler?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Anushka Sharma

  3. Randeep Hooda

  4. Amit Sadh
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Explanation

Salman Khan portrayed the role of Sultan Ali Khan, a wrestler who overcomes personal and professional challenges to reclaim his glory.