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Women in Media and History

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Attempt a diverse range of questions highlighting the achievements of women in history, global media, politics, and literature. The set covers famous celebrities, historical firsts, influential leaders, and notable authors. This material helps build a strong foundation for the general knowledge sections of various competitive exams.

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Women in Media and History Questions

Multiple choice

Who was the first Asian American to serve as a National Book Award judge?

  1. Amy Tan

  2. Gish Jen

  3. Ha Jin

  4. Chang-rae Lee
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Amy Tan was the first Asian American to serve as a National Book Award judge, in 1990.

Multiple choice

Who was the first Hispanic American to serve as a Pulitzer Prize judge?

  1. Oscar Hijuelos

  2. Sandra Cisneros

  3. Julia Alvarez

  4. Junot Díaz
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Oscar Hijuelos was the first Hispanic American to serve as a Pulitzer Prize judge, in 1990.

Multiple choice

Which literary award judge was known for her advocacy for social justice and human rights?

  1. Toni Morrison

  2. Alice Walker

  3. Maya Angelou

  4. James Baldwin
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Toni Morrison was known for her advocacy for social justice and human rights, both as a literary award judge and in her own writing.

Multiple choice

Who was the first woman to serve as a Pulitzer Prize judge?

  1. Edith Wharton

  2. Dorothy Parker

  3. Pearl S. Buck

  4. Zona Gale
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Zona Gale was the first woman to serve as a Pulitzer Prize judge, in 1920.

Multiple choice

Which gymnast is known for her groundbreaking move, the 'Korbut Flip'?

  1. Nadia Comaneci

  2. Olga Korbut

  3. Simone Biles

  4. Svetlana Khorkina
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Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut captivated audiences with her daring and innovative moves, including the 'Korbut Flip', a backflip performed on the uneven bars. She won four gold medals at the 1972 Munich Olympics.

Multiple choice

Which athlete is known for her signature move, the 'Biellmann Spin'?

  1. Katarina Witt

  2. Dorothy Hamill

  3. Kristi Yamaguchi

  4. Denise Biellmann
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Swiss figure skater Denise Biellmann is known for her signature move, the 'Biellmann Spin', which involves holding one leg above the head while spinning on the other leg.

Multiple choice

In the 2019 film 'Harriet', directed by Kasi Lemmons, who plays the role of Harriet Tubman, the African-American abolitionist and political activist?

  1. Cynthia Erivo

  2. Leslie Odom Jr.

  3. Joe Alwyn

  4. Janelle Monáe
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Cynthia Erivo played the role of Harriet Tubman in the 2019 film 'Harriet'.

Multiple choice

In the 2021 film 'The United States vs. Billie Holiday', directed by Lee Daniels, who plays the role of Billie Holiday, the African-American jazz singer and civil rights activist?

  1. Andra Day

  2. Trevante Rhodes

  3. Garrett Hedlund

  4. Natasha Lyonne
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Andra Day played the role of Billie Holiday in the 2021 film 'The United States vs. Billie Holiday'.

Multiple choice

In the 2024 film 'The Woman King', directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who plays the role of Nanisca, the general of the Agojie, the all-female military unit of the Kingdom of Dahomey?

  1. Viola Davis

  2. Lashana Lynch

  3. Thuso Mbedu

  4. Sheila Atim
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Viola Davis plays the role of Nanisca in the 2024 film 'The Woman King'.

Multiple choice

Who is the celebrity chef behind the popular cooking show 'Barefoot Contessa' and the signature dish 'Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs'?

  1. Ina Garten

  2. Martha Stewart

  3. Rachael Ray

  4. Giada De Laurentiis
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Ina Garten is an American celebrity chef, author, and television personality. She is known for her show 'Barefoot Contessa' and her signature dish, Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs.

Multiple choice

Who is the celebrity chef behind the cooking show 'Giada at Home' and the signature dish 'Osso Buco alla Milanese'?

  1. Giada De Laurentiis

  2. Rachael Ray

  3. Nigella Lawson

  4. Ina Garten
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Giada De Laurentiis is an Italian-American celebrity chef, author, and television personality. She is known for her show 'Giada at Home' and her signature dish, Osso Buco alla Milanese.

Multiple choice

Who is the celebrity chef behind the cooking show 'The Pioneer Woman' and the signature dish 'Chicken Fried Steak'?

  1. Ree Drummond

  2. Giada De Laurentiis

  3. Ina Garten

  4. Martha Stewart
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Ree Drummond is an American celebrity chef, author, and blogger. She is known for her show 'The Pioneer Woman' and her signature dish, Chicken Fried Steak.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the character played by Julie Andrews in the film "The Sound of Music"?

  1. Maria von Trapp

  2. Elsa Schraeder

  3. Liesl von Trapp

  4. Brigitta von Trapp
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Julie Andrews played the role of Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the character played by Audrey Hepburn in the film "My Fair Lady"?

  1. Eliza Doolittle

  2. Henry Higgins

  3. Colonel Pickering

  4. Freddy Eynsford-Hill
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Audrey Hepburn played the role of Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.

Multiple choice

Which character in the TV show 'The Golden Girls' was known for her revealing swimsuits?

  1. Dorothy

  2. Rose

  3. Blanche

  4. Sophia
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Blanche was known for her revealing swimsuits in the TV show 'The Golden Girls'.