Award-Winning Films Trivia

Question 1

During which historical period does Jojo Rabbit take place?

Accepted Answer

The final months of World War II

Question 2

What major international event are the young monks excited about in The Cup?

Accepted Answer

The World Cup (soccer/football)

Question 3

What does Mohammed’s journey symbolize for many Palestinians in The Idol?

Accepted Answer

Hope, resilience, and the power of dreams in the face of adversity

Question 4

What is unusual about the grandmother’s living situation in The Way Home?

Accepted Answer

She lives in a remote rural village without modern conveniences

Question 5

What challenges does Phiona face as she rises in the world of competitive chess?

Accepted Answer

Poverty, gender expectations, and lack of formal education

Question 6

What happens to Jojo’s mother, Rosie, during the film?

Accepted Answer

She is executed by the Nazis for her resistance activities

Question 7

What is the name of Parvana’s friend who also disguises herself as a boy?

Accepted Answer

Shauzia

Question 8

What is the film Queen of Katwe based on?

Accepted Answer

The true story of Phiona Mutesi, a Ugandan girl who became a chess champion

Question 9

In which country is Queen of Katwe set?

Accepted Answer

Uganda

Question 10

What larger themes does Please Vote for Me explore through the election?

Accepted Answer

Power, leadership, manipulation, and the nature of democracy

Question 11

What tactics do some students use to gain votes in Please Vote for Me?

Accepted Answer

Bribery, flattery, manipulation, and public debates

Question 12

What unique event is the focus of Please Vote for Me?

Accepted Answer

A class election to choose a student to serve as class monitor

Question 13

What game does Phiona learn to play that changes her life in Queen of Katwe?

Accepted Answer

Chess

Question 14

What story does Parvana tell to cope with her situation?

Accepted Answer

A fantastical tale about a boy named Sulayman

Question 15

What theme is central to the film The Cup?

Accepted Answer

The clash of tradition and modernity

Question 16

What is the grandmother’s most noticeable characteristic in The Way Home?

Accepted Answer

She is mute—she never speaks throughout the film

Question 17

Why must Parvana disguise herself as a boy in The Breadwinner?

Accepted Answer

To support her family after her father is unjustly arrested

Question 18

What role does food play in the relationship between Sang-woo and his grandmother?

Accepted Answer

It becomes a way for her to express love and care

Question 19

What shocking discovery does Jojo make in his home?

Accepted Answer

He finds a Jewish girl named Elsa hiding in the walls

Question 20

Where does The Cup take place?

Accepted Answer

India

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