Did You Win Our Batman v Superman Quiz?
Two tickets to see new superhero movie go to . . .
More than 90 people entered our trivia contest this morning for two free tickets to see Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, tonight at Regal Fenway Stadium 13. When the contest closed at 1 p.m., the winner was chosen in a random drawing from all the names of those who answered all the questions correctly.
The winner: Nicolette Archambault (CAS’17).
The questions and the correct answers are below. Thanks for playing!
- Wonder Woman finally makes an appearance in Batman v Superman. What is the name of the BU alum Wonder Woman is based on? Elizabeth Holloway Marston (LAW’18)
- In the Smallville TV show, what color kryptonite causes Clark Kent to lose his inhibitions? Red
- What Batman film used the code name Rory’s First Kiss to avoid being swamped by press and fans while filming? The Dark Knight
- What imposing actor helped Christopher Reeve gain the weight he needed to play Superman in the 1978 film? David Prowse, who also played Darth Vader and Superman in a TV commercial
- What are the names of Batman’s parents? Thomas and Martha Wayne
- Superman’s “S” shield is said to represent his family crest. What else does it stand for? Hope, and several readers also pointed out that in Man of Steel, it is also said to be a Native American symbol representing a snake, which possesses the power to heal (we accepted both answers).
- What country boasts an actual city named Batman? Turkey
- What make of car was retrofitted to construct the Batmobile for the 1966 TV show Batman, starring Adam West? The Lincoln Futura
- What newspaper was the inspiration for the Daily Planet, where Clark Kent is a reporter? Toronto Star
- According to Forbes magazine, Bruce Wayne is worth how much money? Estimated between $7 billion and $9 billion
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