What Percentage of John Wayne Are You?

By: Artimis Charvet
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
What Percentage of John Wayne Are You?
Image: Warner Bros./Sanford Productions/Eaves Movie Ranch

About This Quiz

He was one of the first movie stars, and when it comes to the genre of the Western, to this day, he remains the most iconic. From his mannerisms to his catchphrases to his seminal roles, the man nicknamed Duke has planted his flag on the landscape of American cinema from now until the end of time.

Born in Iowa in 1907, John Wayne - nicknamed Duke in honor of his beloved childhood dog, who accompanied him everywhere - came of age at the perfect time to swagger his way into the nascent movie industry. After a variety of smaller roles and changing his birth name to the name by which we all know him, he soon teamed up with director John Ford for his breakout role in "Stagecoach," where he played the outlaw Ringo Kid. Wayne soon became a household name playing cowboys and soldiers alike, and eventually clinched the Academy Award for his role in "True Grit."

Wayne became typecast as a traditional American folk hero, a conventionally masculine gunslinger who carried himself with confidence. He was usually protective of women and anyone who couldn't look after themselves and was built to survive on the range. He was prepared to get his hands dirty, but he also had a sense of justice and honor. So let's find out just how like this great American figure you really are!

Have you ever ridden a horse?
I grew up sitting on a saddle.
I've been on a couple guided horse rides.
Never, been, but would love to.
Never.
If you were in the Old West, what role would you have?
The bad guy.
An outcast.
The hero.
The popular one.
Other.
How do you like your steak?
Rare.
Medium rare.
Medium.
Well done.

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What's one reason why you might break the law?
To save my friends from certain death.
To obtain what is mine.
To rule the world and what not.
To chase my dream.
How do you feel about saving the world?
I'm pretty busy but I am sure I'll find time.
I don't have time to think of others.
I'm on it!
Hopefully someone else will save it.
What's the best way to get what you want?
Follow your heart.
Use your brain.
Find someone else to do it for you.
Whatever it takes.

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Like everything else, dying is an art. How are you most likely to die?
My vices will get the best of me eventually.
Old age.
I've always assumed I'd be murdered by a jilted lover.
By my own hand.
Are you good at fixing stuff?
Yes.
No.
I prefer to make something new with old parts, so I can't say it'll be reliable.
I pay people to fix stuff.
How do you respond when insulted?
Fire back a response immediately!
Stand up for yourself calmly but firmly.
Back down, then plot revenge.
Shrug or laugh it off.

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If you were convicted of a crime you didn't commit, what would you do?
Hatch an escape plan and go into hiding.
Put up a fight while being taken into custody.
Act insane in the hopes of being acquitted.
Adopt a secret identity.
When things don't go your way, what do you do?
I wallow in my room and put on some tunes to cheer myself up.
I cry, I'm only human.
I grab a cup of tea and think by myself.
I invite my friends over, they'll cheer me up!
When is it acceptable to lie?
Anytime, as long no one finds out.
Only white lies are okay.
For the most part, never, unless it might save someone's life.
It's never okay to lie.

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What would be your reaction if someone tried to mug you?
Use pepper spray and cry for help.
Fight them off.
Run like hell!
Beg for your life, giving them everything you have.
Which of the following would you be most careful of not doing if you costarred with John Wayne?
Calling John by his given name, Marion.
Reminding John that Stalin ordered John's death.
Accusing John of cheating at chess.
Leave a hat laying on a bed.
How old were you when you got in your first scuffle?
I was in my late teens and it was a big one.
I was too young to remember.
In my twenties.
In my thirties.

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What's your goal in life?
To survive.
To finish what I started.
To protect all those around me.
To finally retire.
If you had a wild west profession, what would it be?
Sheriff.
Barkeep.
Outlaw gunfighter.
Texas Ranger.
What do you think the best way to travel is?
By foot.
Horse.
Train.
Plane.

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What time do you wake up in the morning?
When the sun breaks.
When the excitement begins.
About 10:00 a.m., but I went to bed late.
4:00 a.m. Early to bed, early to rise.
Do you believe in love?
Yes, and I can't wait to get home to it.
I've never had time to mess with emotions.
I do, but I got too much going on to hunt after it.
I did at one time.
If you had to take a bullet for someone, who would it be?
My best friend.
My niece or nephew.
One of my parents.
A sibling.

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How old are you?
Between 36 and 45 years old.
Between 22 and 35 years old.
Younger than 21.
Over 46 years old.
What's your favorite meal on the range?
Beans and franks.
Steak.
Baked potato.
Bacon.
Which family member are you closest to?
My brother.
One of my parents.
A cousin.
A niece or nephew.

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If you were to travel, where would you sleep?
On a beach.
In a sleeping bag under the stars.
At a friend or relative's place.
Don't care as long as there are four walls.
What is your drink of choice?
Whiskey.
Beer.
Water. I try to keep sober.
Something hard, but I'm not picky.
You come across a bar fight. What do you do?
Watch and place bets.
Step in to try and stop it.
Step in to see if you can get some punches in before it's over.
Clear the room so no one else gets hurt.

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Which mountains do you prefer?
Ozarks.
Ouachitas.
Rockies.
Any mountains as long as they're on an island.
How do you feel about guns?
I want something that destroys more than injures.
I carry one and it has six bullets. It's all I need.
Six-shooters strapped to both sides, with plenty of ammo is all I need.
I try to use a gun as little as possible, but when I use it I'm damn good.
What do you think about snakes?
I've saved a lady from a snake den once or twice.
I don't bother them, they don't bother me.
Not thrilled about them, but they come with the territory.
I won't go near them.

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