Which Tom Hanks Character Are You?

By: Teresa McGlothlin
Estimated Completion Time
3 min
Which Tom Hanks Character Are You?
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About This Quiz

Tom Hanks has played so many types of roles, it's hard to keep up with him! Let's find out which one of his characters you are most like! Will it be a man on deserted island, or something else?
Finish this sentence: Life is like ____________________.
A box of chocolates.
A roller coaster ride.
A great adventure.
A choose your own adventure novel.

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What would you be found doing at a party?
I'd be telling stories.
I'd be making drinks.
I'd be grilling.
I'd be trying to meet a new mate.

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Which branch of the military would you join?
Army.
Navy.
Air Force.
Marines.

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Which Tom Hanks film do you know the most about?
"Sleepless in Seattle."
"Cast Away."
"Big."
"Apollo 13."

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Which of Tom Hanks's leading ladies do you like most?
Daryl Hannah.
Meg Ryan.
Helen Hunt.
Carrie Fisher.

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What kind of movies do you watch most often?
Drama.
Action.
Children's.
Horror.

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Which of Tom Hanks's wife's movie do you like most?
"Sleepless in Seattle."
"Runaway Bride."
"Jingle All the Way."
"My Big Fat Greek Wedding."

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What is the first thing you would do if you woke up on a deserted island?
I would put a message in a bottle.
I would look for food.
I would cry.
I would build a fort.

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What did you like most about the film "Big?"
I loved the storyline.
The acting was awesome.
The message about staying young was great.
I loved the toy store scene.

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Which actor do you think is as good as Tom Hanks?
Morgan Freeman.
Eddie Murphy.
Adam Sandler.
No one is as good as Tom Hanks.

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If you had lunch with Tom Hanks, what would you talk about?
Politics.
Whatever he wants.
Family.
Hollywood.

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Would you describe yourself as tough?
I wouldn't say tough.
I'm resilient.
I'm not all that tough.
I can be tough as nails when I need to be.

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What would be your job on a movie set?
I'd be the director.
I'd be the writer.
I'd be a stuntman.
I'd be an actor.

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What do you think of Lieutenant Dan?
Lieutenant Dan was a great friend.
Lieutenant Dan was a tough man.
Lieutenant Dan was weird.
Lieutenant Dan was a fine soldier.

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Which job might you have had in a former life?
Athlete.
Pilot.
Rancher.
Drill Sergeant.

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Are you more of an optimist or a pessimist?
I have a healthy and optimistic outlook.
I am more of a glass half full person.
I'm a little cynical.
I am more of an opportunist.

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What kind of military job might you be qualified for?
Chef.
Sniper.
Strategist.
Captain.

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What sport would you be best at?
Football.
Soccer.
Baseball.
Archery.

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Which word do you think of when you hear the name Jenny?
I think that Jenny is sweet.
I think about school.
I think that Jenny is a good friend.
I think that Jenny is a good daughter.

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Do you speak to strangers who sit next to you?
All the time.
Sometimes.
Never.
I try to avoid it.

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How many children would you like to have?
One.
I don't want any kids.
Three or more.
Two.

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Which item would you like to scratch off your bucket list?
Running a marathon.
Swimming with sharks.
Riding a horse.
Visiting Europe.

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What do you think is your best trait?
I'm honest.
I'm self-sufficient.
I'm loyal.
I'm a good leader.

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Do you believe in love at first sight?
Yes.
No, it takes work.
Anything is possible.
I believe it's rare.

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What might you name a new pet?
River.
Charlie.
Bo.
Sarge.

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Which "Toy Story" character are you most like?
Mr. Potato Head.
Buzz Lightyear.
Woody.
Slinky Dog.

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Would you rather fly, drive, or take a cruise on a long trip?
I would rather take a cruise.
I would rather fly.
I prefer driving.
I don't like long trips.

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Would your friends say you are brave?
Yes, they would say I'm brave.
They would say I'm fearless.
They would say I choose my battles wisely.
They would say I have nerves of steel.

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What do you think takes the most courage?
Being honest.
Living an honorable life.
Standing up for what you believe in.
Risking your life for another human.

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Do you think you would make a good cowboy?
No way.
I would try it.
Yes, I love animals.
No, I would be a good police officer, though.

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