Meryl Streep is a woman with many famous roles, one of them being Miranda Priestly, the determined editor, another being Julia Child, the passionate chef who brought French cuisine to North America, but she has also portrayed Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and Donna Sheridan, the bohemian artist, among many others. She has brought to life influential women who have become icons both in the world of cinema and in real life.
This talented and acclaimed actress is also known in Hollywood for the strength of her lines and the ease with which she adopts accents and personalities. She ventured into acting at a young age and her academic background includes a bachelor’s, a master’s, and a doctorate in dramatic arts. She has been awarded with the most important prizes. Test your knowledge about this actress.
1. State of the United States where he was born on June 22, 1949:
a) New York
b) New Jersey
c) New Mexico
2. Year of his film debut, with the movie ‘Julia’, alongside actress Jane Fonda:
a) 1977
b) 1978
c) 1979
3. Film that in 1980 gave her second nomination and first award Oscar, as Best Supporting Actress:
a) Manhattan
b) Kramer vs. Kramer
c) The Sniper
4. He got his first leading role in 1981, in the movie:
a) Sofia’s decision
b) In the stillness of the night
c) The French Lieutenant’s Woman
5. She is the person who has received the most Golden Globe nominations, with a total of:
a) 30
b) 32
c) 34
6. She brought to life the character of writer Karen Blixen in the movie:
a) My Africa
b) Falling in love
c) A cat in the darkness
7. Year in which Meryl Streep played Miranda Priestly in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, the role that distinguishes her from actresses of her generation, and solidifies her as one who will be remembered among all future generations.
a) 2004
b) 2005
2006
8. Movie starring Meryl Streep that had a sequel:
a) Mamma Mia
b) The Bridges of Madison County
Falling in love with my ex
9. University where you completed a master’s degree:
a) Harvard
Yale
Princeton
10. Netflix movie that starred in 2021:
a) Don’t look up
b) The bale
c) The laundry
11. How many Oscar nominations has she accumulated throughout her career, being the woman who has received the most nominations?
a) 10-15
b) 15-20
c) 20-25
12. How many Academy Awards has he won?
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
Answers:
1 b / 2 a / 3 b / 4 c / 5 b / 6 a / 7 c / 8 a / 9 b / 10 a / 11 c / 12 c
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