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Q1. What is the title of the novel that Planet of the Apes is based on? Hard · 300 pts
La Planète des singes
The movie is based on the 1963 French novel La Planète des singes by Pierre Boulle
Q2. Who was the first animal to orbit the Earth? Easy · 100 pts
Laika (a dog)
Laika, a stray dog, became the first animal to orbit Earth on Nov 3, 1957
Q3. At which US natural canyon was Planet of the Apes filmed? Medium · 200 pts
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Glen Canyon
The astronauts' journey from their downed ship was filmed along the Colorado River in Glen Canyon
Q4. At which US natural canyon was Planet of the Apes filmed? Medium · 200 pts
Glen Canyon
The astronauts' journey from their downed ship was filmed along the Colorado River in Glen Canyon
Q5. What is the name of the first chimpanzee to go to space? Easy · 100 pts
Ham
Ham was the first chimpanzee to travel to space, launching on January 31, 1961
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In 'Planet of the Apes,' Charlton Heston as astronaut George Taylor and Roddy McDowall as Dr. Cornelius, along with Dr. Zaius, face a shocking reality after crash-landing on a mysterious planet: intelligent apes have evolved to become the dominant species, while humans are reduced to a primitive state. As Taylor struggles to survive against his monkey captors - including Kim Hunter as Dr. Zira, and Maurice Evans as Dr. Zaius - he confronts the harsh realities of power, prejudice, and the very nature of humanity.
Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, 'Planet of the Apes' is a landmark sci-fi film that continues to resonate with its powerful themes and iconic twist ending. Crash-land on this wacky planet and test your knowledge with our captivating free online trivia game!
Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner · Starring Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter
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