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Ancient Civilizations in Motion: Ancient History Films Trivia

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In the 1956 film "The Ten Commandments", who played the role of Moses?

  1. Charlton Heston

  2. Yul Brynner

  3. Anne Baxter

  4. Edward G. Robinson


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charlton Heston portrayed the iconic role of Moses in Cecil B. DeMille's epic film "The Ten Commandments".

Which ancient civilization is the focus of the 1963 film "Cleopatra"?

  1. Egyptian

  2. Roman

  3. Greek

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Cleopatra" tells the story of the legendary Egyptian queen Cleopatra VII and her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

In the 1959 film "Ben-Hur", what is the name of the slave who becomes a chariot racer and seeks revenge against his former master?

  1. Judah Ben-Hur

  2. Messala

  3. Esther

  4. Simonides


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Judah Ben-Hur, played by Charlton Heston, is the protagonist of "Ben-Hur" who overcomes adversity and triumphs in the chariot race.

Which ancient civilization is depicted in the 2000 film "Gladiator"?

  1. Roman

  2. Greek

  3. Egyptian

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Gladiator" is set in the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and follows the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a general who becomes a gladiator.

In the 1964 film "The Fall of the Roman Empire", who played the role of Emperor Marcus Aurelius?

  1. Alec Guinness

  2. Sophia Loren

  3. Stephen Boyd

  4. Christopher Plummer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alec Guinness portrayed the role of Emperor Marcus Aurelius in the historical epic "The Fall of the Roman Empire".

Which ancient civilization is the subject of the 1954 film "The Egyptian"?

  1. Egyptian

  2. Roman

  3. Greek

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"The Egyptian" is a historical drama set in ancient Egypt during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten.

In the 1961 film "El Cid", who played the title role of the legendary Spanish warrior?

  1. Charlton Heston

  2. Sophia Loren

  3. Anthony Quinn

  4. Gene Tierney


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charlton Heston starred as El Cid, the renowned Castilian knight, in the epic historical film "El Cid".

Which ancient civilization is featured in the 2014 film "Exodus: Gods and Kings"?

  1. Egyptian

  2. Roman

  3. Greek

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Exodus: Gods and Kings" depicts the biblical story of Moses leading the Israelites out of slavery in ancient Egypt.

In the 1953 film "Julius Caesar", who played the role of the Roman emperor?

  1. Marlon Brando

  2. James Mason

  3. John Gielgud

  4. Louis Calhern


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marlon Brando's portrayal of Julius Caesar in the 1953 film is considered one of his most iconic performances.

Which ancient civilization is the focus of the 1962 film "Lawrence of Arabia"?

  1. Arabian

  2. Roman

  3. Greek

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Lawrence of Arabia" tells the story of T.E. Lawrence, a British officer who played a significant role in the Arab Revolt during World War I.

In the 1963 film "The Longest Day", which actor played the role of General Dwight D. Eisenhower?

  1. Henry Fonda

  2. Robert Mitchum

  3. Richard Burton

  4. John Wayne


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Henry Fonda portrayed General Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Allied Commander, in the war film "The Longest Day".

Which ancient civilization is depicted in the 2004 film "Troy"?

  1. Greek

  2. Roman

  3. Egyptian

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"Troy" is a historical epic set during the Trojan War, which involved the ancient Greek city-states and the city of Troy.

In the 1956 film "Alexander the Great", who played the title role of the Macedonian king?

  1. Richard Burton

  2. Fredric March

  3. Claire Bloom

  4. Danielle Darrieux


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Richard Burton starred as Alexander the Great in the 1956 biographical film about the legendary Macedonian ruler.

Which ancient civilization is featured in the 1981 film "Chariots of Fire"?

  1. Greek

  2. Roman

  3. Egyptian

  4. British


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

"Chariots of Fire" is a British historical drama set in the 1920s and follows the stories of two British athletes competing in the 1924 Olympics.

In the 1965 film "The Greatest Story Ever Told", who played the role of Jesus Christ?

  1. Max von Sydow

  2. Charlton Heston

  3. Dorothy McGuire

  4. Claude Rains


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Max von Sydow's portrayal of Jesus Christ in "The Greatest Story Ever Told" is considered one of the most iconic cinematic representations of the figure.

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