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From Pharaohs to Gladiators: Ancient History Films Trivia

Description: Test your knowledge of ancient history as depicted in popular films, from the grandeur of ancient Egypt to the fierce battles of the Roman Empire.
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In the 1963 film \"Cleopatra\", who played the titular role of Cleopatra, the legendary Queen of Egypt?

  1. Elizabeth Taylor

  2. Sophia Loren

  3. Audrey Hepburn

  4. Grace Kelly


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elizabeth Taylor's iconic portrayal of Cleopatra in the 1963 film is widely regarded as one of the most memorable performances in cinematic history.

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

  1. Judah Ben-Hur

  2. Messala

  3. Quintus Arrius

  4. Pontius Pilate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Judah Ben-Hur, played by Charlton Heston, is the protagonist of \"Ben-Hur\", a Jewish prince who is enslaved and later becomes a chariot racer.

Which 1966 film, directed by Cecil B. DeMille, depicts the life of Moses, the prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

  1. The Ten Commandments

  2. Exodus: Gods and Kings

  3. Prince of Egypt

  4. The Bible


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cecil B. DeMille's 1966 film \"The Ten Commandments\" is a classic portrayal of the biblical story of Moses, featuring Charlton Heston in the title role.

In the 2000 film \"Gladiator\", what is the name of the Roman general who is betrayed by his ambitious son and forced to become a gladiator?

  1. Maximus Decimus Meridius

  2. Commodus

  3. Lucius Verus

  4. Marcus Aurelius


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maximus Decimus Meridius, played by Russell Crowe, is the protagonist of \"Gladiator\", a skilled general who is betrayed and seeks revenge.

Which 1959 film, starring Charlton Heston, tells the story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt and their subsequent journey to the Promised Land?

  1. The Ten Commandments

  2. Exodus: Gods and Kings

  3. Prince of Egypt

  4. The Bible


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charlton Heston's portrayal of Moses in \"The Ten Commandments\" is considered one of the most iconic performances in cinematic history.

In the 2014 film \"Exodus: Gods and Kings\", who played the role of Moses, the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

  1. Christian Bale

  2. Joel Edgerton

  3. Aaron Paul

  4. Sigourney Weaver


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Christian Bale took on the role of Moses in Ridley Scott's 2014 film \"Exodus: Gods and Kings\".

Which 2017 film, directed by Ridley Scott, depicts the life of Moses, the prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

  1. The Ten Commandments

  2. Exodus: Gods and Kings

  3. Prince of Egypt

  4. The Bible


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ridley Scott's 2017 film \"Exodus: Gods and Kings\" is a retelling of the biblical story of Moses, starring Christian Bale as the titular prophet.

In the 1998 animated film \"The Prince of Egypt\", who voiced the character of Moses, the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

  1. Val Kilmer

  2. Ralph Fiennes

  3. Patrick Stewart

  4. Danny Glover


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Val Kilmer provided the voice of Moses in the 1998 animated film \"The Prince of Egypt\".

Which 1963 film, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, tells the story of the legendary love affair between Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt, and Mark Antony, the Roman general?

  1. Cleopatra

  2. Antony and Cleopatra

  3. Julius Caesar

  4. The Egyptian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 1963 film \"Cleopatra\" is a historical epic that portrays the love story between Cleopatra and Mark Antony.

In the 2002 film \"Alexander\", who played the role of Alexander the Great, the legendary Macedonian king who conquered much of the known world?

  1. Colin Farrell

  2. Angelina Jolie

  3. Jared Leto

  4. Anthony Hopkins


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Colin Farrell took on the role of Alexander the Great in Oliver Stone's 2002 film \"Alexander\".

Which 1953 film, directed by William Wyler, depicts the life of Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who is enslaved and later becomes a chariot racer?

  1. Ben-Hur

  2. The Ten Commandments

  3. Spartacus

  4. Gladiator


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 1953 film \"Ben-Hur\" is a classic epic that tells the story of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who is enslaved and seeks revenge.

In the 1960 film \"Spartacus\", who played the title role of Spartacus, the Thracian gladiator who led a slave rebellion against the Roman Republic?

  1. Kirk Douglas

  2. Laurence Olivier

  3. Tony Curtis

  4. Jean Simmons


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kirk Douglas' portrayal of Spartacus in the 1960 film is considered one of his most iconic roles.

Which 2000 film, directed by Ridley Scott, tells the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general who is betrayed by his ambitious son and forced to become a gladiator?

  1. Gladiator

  2. Ben-Hur

  3. Spartacus

  4. The Ten Commandments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ridley Scott's \"Gladiator\" is a critically acclaimed film that follows the journey of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a betrayed Roman general turned gladiator.

In the 1959 film \"Ben-Hur\", what was the name of the Roman governor of Judea who becomes Judah Ben-Hur's main antagonist?

  1. Pontius Pilate

  2. Messala

  3. Quintus Arrius

  4. Lucius Verus


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Messala, played by Stephen Boyd, is the main antagonist in \"Ben-Hur\", a Roman tribune who is Judah Ben-Hur's former friend.

Which 1966 film, directed by Cecil B. DeMille, depicts the life of Moses, the prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

  1. The Ten Commandments

  2. Exodus: Gods and Kings

  3. Prince of Egypt

  4. The Bible


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cecil B. DeMille's \"The Ten Commandments\" is a classic epic that tells the story of Moses and the Israelites' exodus from Egypt.

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