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Ancient Philosophers and Scientists: Ancient History Films Trivia

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In the film "Agora", who plays the role of Hypatia, the renowned mathematician and philosopher?

  1. Rachel Weisz

  2. Natalie Portman

  3. Emma Watson

  4. Keira Knightley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rachel Weisz portrays Hypatia in the 2009 film "Agora", which depicts her life and struggles as a female scholar in ancient Alexandria.

Which ancient Greek philosopher is the central figure in the film "Socrates"?

  1. Plato

  2. Aristotle

  3. Socrates

  4. Pythagoras


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film "Socrates" focuses on the life and teachings of the Athenian philosopher Socrates, played by Roberto Benigni.

In the film "The Man Who Knew Infinity", which mathematician's life and work are depicted?

  1. Srinivasa Ramanujan

  2. Alan Turing

  3. Isaac Newton

  4. Albert Einstein


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"The Man Who Knew Infinity" tells the story of Srinivasa Ramanujan, an Indian mathematician who collaborated with the English mathematician G.H. Hardy.

Which film explores the life and scientific contributions of Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist and chemist?

  1. The Theory of Everything

  2. Radioactive

  3. Hidden Figures

  4. The Imitation Game


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The film "Radioactive" delves into the life and work of Marie Curie, highlighting her groundbreaking research on radioactivity.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the Roman prefect who orders the destruction of the Library of Alexandria?

  1. Cyril of Alexandria

  2. Theophilus of Alexandria

  3. Orestes

  4. Augustine of Hippo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Theophilus of Alexandria is portrayed as the antagonist in "Agora", responsible for the destruction of the Library of Alexandria.

Which film depicts the life and philosophical teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius?

  1. The Last Emperor

  2. Confucius

  3. Hero

  4. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 2010 film "Confucius" explores the life and teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius, played by Chow Yun-fat.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the slave who becomes Hypatia's student and confidant?

  1. Davo

  2. Synesius

  3. Orestes

  4. Ammonius


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Davo, played by Max Minghella, is Hypatia's slave who becomes her devoted student and confidant in "Agora".

Which film tells the story of Alan Turing, the British mathematician and computer scientist who played a crucial role in breaking the Enigma code during World War II?

  1. The Imitation Game

  2. The Theory of Everything

  3. Hidden Figures

  4. Radioactive


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"The Imitation Game" focuses on the life and work of Alan Turing, highlighting his contributions to codebreaking and artificial intelligence.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the Roman emperor who orders the closure of all pagan temples and schools in the Roman Empire?

  1. Theodosius I

  2. Constantine I

  3. Julian the Apostate

  4. Gratian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Theodosius I is depicted as the Roman emperor who enacts the Edict of Thessalonica, closing pagan temples and schools in the Roman Empire.

Which film explores the life and scientific achievements of Albert Einstein, the renowned physicist who developed the theory of relativity?

  1. The Theory of Everything

  2. Radioactive

  3. Hidden Figures

  4. The Imitation Game


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"The Theory of Everything" delves into the life and work of Albert Einstein, focusing on his relationship with his wife, Jane Wilde Hawking.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the Christian bishop who becomes Hypatia's rival and eventually leads a mob to attack her?

  1. Cyril of Alexandria

  2. Theophilus of Alexandria

  3. Orestes

  4. Augustine of Hippo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cyril of Alexandria is portrayed as Hypatia's main antagonist in "Agora", leading a mob to attack her and destroy the Library of Alexandria.

Which film tells the story of the mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan's collaboration with the English mathematician G.H. Hardy?

  1. The Man Who Knew Infinity

  2. The Theory of Everything

  3. Hidden Figures

  4. The Imitation Game


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"The Man Who Knew Infinity" focuses on the relationship between Srinivasa Ramanujan and G.H. Hardy, highlighting their collaboration and Ramanujan's mathematical genius.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the Roman general who becomes Hypatia's lover and protector?

  1. Davo

  2. Synesius

  3. Orestes

  4. Ammonius


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Orestes, played by Oscar Isaac, is a Roman general who becomes Hypatia's lover and protector in "Agora".

Which film explores the life and work of the African-American mathematician and NASA scientist Katherine Johnson, who played a crucial role in the U.S. space program?

  1. The Theory of Everything

  2. Radioactive

  3. Hidden Figures

  4. The Imitation Game


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"Hidden Figures" tells the story of Katherine Johnson and other African-American women mathematicians who worked at NASA during the space race.

In the film "Agora", what is the name of the philosopher who becomes Hypatia's mentor and encourages her to pursue her intellectual pursuits?

  1. Davo

  2. Synesius

  3. Orestes

  4. Ammonius


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ammonius, played by Ashraf Barhom, is Hypatia's mentor and the head of the Neoplatonic school in Alexandria in "Agora".

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