HISTORICAL EVENTS
Which war did Forrest fight in?
The Vietnam War
How many presidents did Forrest meet in the movie?
Three
Where was Forrest born?
In Greenbow, Alabama
What is the name of Forrest’s best friend from the army?
Bubba
What does Forrest’s mother say about life?
“Life is like a box of chocolates.”
Which American sport makes Forrest famous?
Football
In which decade did the moon landing happen?
The 1960s
Which president invited Forrest to the White House for drinking too much Dr Pepper? (He was assasinated)
President John F. Kennedy
In which country did he fight during the war?
Vietnam
What is the name of Forrest’s love since childhood?
Jenny
What problem does Forrest have when he is a child?
He has leg braces / problems walking
What kind of shoes does Forrest wear a lot?
Nike
What happened to President Kennedy in 1963?
He was assassinated.
Who was president during the Watergate scandal that Forrest discovered by accident?
Richard Nixon
What U.S. city is famous for the reflecting pool where Forrest gives his speech?
Washington, D.C.
What is the name of the army officer who lost his legs?
Lieutenant Dan
What type of discrimination is shown when Forrest can’t go to school at first?
Disability discrimination / low IQ
When Forrest runs across America, a man gives him a yellow T-shirt. What famous slogan is created from that moment?
“Have a nice day :)” (the smiley face logo).
Which scandal forced President Nixon to resign?
The Watergate scandal
Forrest meets a President after becoming a football star. Who is he?
John F. Kennedy
Where did Forrest run across the country?
From coast to coast (across the U.S.)
Who was the popular singer he met in their house when he was a kid?
Elvis Prestley
Which group protested against the Vietnam War?
The hippies / anti-war activists
Forrest invests in a company that later becomes one of the biggest tech brands in the world. Which company is it?
Aplle
What was the name of the movement that fought for equal rights for Black Americans?
The Civil Rights Movement/ Black Panters
Forrest meets this President when he stays in a hotel and sees something strange. Who is it?
Richard Nixon
What state is his shrimp business, “Bubba Gump,” located in?
Alabama
Which John Lennon song is linked to the scene when Forrest meets him on TV?
Imagine
What is one of the main messages of the film?
Everyone can achieve something, no matter their background.
When a reporter asks Forrest why he is running across America, what does he answer?
“I just felt like running.”