How Well Do You Remember The 1950s Film “Ben Hur?”

Do you think you know the film "Ben Hur" way better than most? Embark on this 12 question quiz and put your knowledge of Ben Hur to the test once and for all!
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What is the subtitle for the film "Ben Hur?"
A Story Of Our Lord
A Tale of the Christ
A Story For Our Times

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Which of these actors was NOT a member of the cast?
Stephen Boyd
Sam Jaffe
Cary Grant

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What is Ben Hur's given name?
Judah
David
Israel

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Ben Hur lives in Jerusalem in a stately home with which two relatives?
Mother and brother
Father and sister
Mother and sister

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How many chariots were in the race?
12
11
9

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For what seemingly insignificant action are Ben Hur and his entire family imprisoned by the Romans?
Speaking out against the Romans
Accidentally dropping a piece of tile from a rooftop
Adultery and theft

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On his way to the slave galley, Ben Hur encounters Jesus Christ for the first time. What does Jesus do for Ben?
Christ gives water to Ben Hur
Christ gives Ben Hur a morsel of food
Christ blesses Ben Hur

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What did Shiek Ilderim name his horses after?
Planets
Deserts
Stars

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What actress played Esther?
Martha Scott
Haya Harareet
Elizabeth Taylor

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Which Roman emperor does George Relph portray in the film 'Ben Hur'?
Augustus
Tiberius
Nero

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Which of these historical figures did NOT appear in the film?
Pontious Pilot
Julius Caesar
Tiberius Caesar

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Who directed "Ben Hur?"
Anthony Mann
Frank Capra
William Wyler
Based on the results of this quiz, you don't know the 1950's film "Ben Hur" very well at all. While you may appreciate this film for what it was, you have yet to reach a true level of expertise. Don't worry, in time, you'll learn all there is worth knowing about this film!

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Right!
Well done! Based on the results of this quiz, you possess a deep well of knowledge on Ben Hur. Though you may not be a true expert just yet, you're well on your way. We think you'll get there in no time!

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Based on the results of this quiz, you are truly Ben Hur brilliant! It's obvious that this film holds a special place in your heart. Few people know this film quite as well as you do. We think you're pretty much an authority on this cinema masterpiece.

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Right!
1
What is the subtitle for the film "Ben Hur?"
A Story Of Our Lord
A Tale of the Christ
A Story For Our Times
2
Which of these actors was NOT a member of the cast?
Stephen Boyd
Sam Jaffe
Cary Grant
3
What is Ben Hur's given name?
Judah
David
Israel
4
Ben Hur lives in Jerusalem in a stately home with which two relatives?
Mother and brother
Father and sister
Mother and sister
5
How many chariots were in the race?
12
11
9
6
For what seemingly insignificant action are Ben Hur and his entire family imprisoned by the Romans?
Speaking out against the Romans
Accidentally dropping a piece of tile from a rooftop
Adultery and theft
7
On his way to the slave galley, Ben Hur encounters Jesus Christ for the first time. What does Jesus do for Ben?
Christ gives water to Ben Hur
Christ gives Ben Hur a morsel of food
Christ blesses Ben Hur
8
What did Shiek Ilderim name his horses after?
Planets
Deserts
Stars
9
What actress played Esther?
Martha Scott
Haya Harareet
Elizabeth Taylor
10
Which Roman emperor does George Relph portray in the film 'Ben Hur'?
Augustus
Tiberius
Nero
11
Which of these historical figures did NOT appear in the film?
Pontious Pilot
Julius Caesar
Tiberius Caesar
12
Who directed "Ben Hur?"
Anthony Mann
Frank Capra
William Wyler