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Which Beatles song inspired Charles Manson's delusions of a race war?
Helter Skelter
What killer operated an elaborate hotel of death during the 1893 Chicago World's Fair?
H.H. Holmes
What does SSDGM stand for?
Stay Sexy, Don't Get Murdered
Which real-life monster did Charlize Theron portray to win an Academy Award?
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Which convicted killer was the subject of the podcast Serial?
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What was the name of John Wayne Gacy's clownish alter ego?
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Where was the Tamam Shud man found?
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Which pro wrestler ruined his legacy by taking the lives of his wife and son?
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Who terrorized sex workers in 1880s England?
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What name did reporters give Richard Ramirez prior to his capture?
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What uncaught 1960s copycat killer terrorized London in the same way as Jack the Ripper?
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What is the name of the album released by Charles Manson?
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Who did the Son of Sam claim to receive orders to kill from?
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What chilling name was given to contract killer Richard Kuklinski?
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Which actress was the victim of Charles Manson's family?
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What does BTK stand for?
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Which killer kept a 'scorecard' of all his victims?
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What country was terrorized by the uncaught serial killer Bible John?
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Which killer helped authorities profile the Green River Killer from prison?
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What was the Mexican wrestling persona portrayed by serial killer Juana Barazza?
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What iconic TV game show did Rodney Alcala appear on during his crime spree?
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Which director released a documentary series titled On Death Row?
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Who was the Boston Strangler?
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To what type of animal did Joe Ball allegedly feed his victim's bodies?
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Who was the youngest American criminal to face the death penalty?
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Who was convicted of kidnapping the Lindbergh baby?
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Which killer's genius level perfectionism was noted as an inspiration for Keyser Söze?
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What infamous duo killed a teenager in 1924 simply to commit 'the perfect crime'?
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Who earned the frightening moniker as 'The Giggling Granny'?
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What nickname was given to the uncaught San Francisco criminal who sketched victims before killing them?
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Who was the Green River Killer?
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Who was the ringleader behind the death of Shanda Sharer?
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Which mass murderer has the highest known number of victims?
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What was the drink that Jim Jones gave 750 people from the People's Temple?
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How many people did Richard Ramirez, a.k.a. The Night Stalker, kill?
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Which killer was able to get a victim returned to him by the police?
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What was Fred and Rose West's address?
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Whose last meal was 12 fried shrimp, a bucket of original KFC, fries, and a pound of strawberries?
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How many people did the Zodiac Killer kill?
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What famous author wrote 'In Cold Blood', which detailed the gruesome murders of the Clutter family in 1959?
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Amanda Knox was studying abroad in what country when her roommate was murdered in 2007?
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Steven Avery was convicted for the murder of this Wisconsin photographer in 2007:
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What controversial theory is attached to the death of Kathleen Peterson after a fall down the stairs?
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How many months pregnant was Laci Peterson at the time of her murder?
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How old was JonBenet Ramsey when she was murdered in 1996?
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Which serial killer appeared on 'The Dating Game' in 1978?
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What famous killer claimed that a dog ordered him to murder people?
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Serial killer Ted Bundy once worked here:
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What was Ted Kaczynski's nickname?
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Study Notes
True Crime Trivia Highlights
- Helter Skelter: A Beatles song that inspired Charles Manson's delusions of a race war.
- H.H. Holmes: Notorious for operating a hotel of death during the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.
- SSDGM: Acronym standing for "Stay Sexy, Don't Get Murdered," popularized in true crime circles.
- Aileen Wuornos: The real-life murderer portrayed by Charlize Theron, winning an Academy Award for the role.
- Adnan Syed: Convicted killer and central figure in the podcast "Serial."
- Pogo: The clown alter ego of John Wayne Gacy, who was a notorious serial killer.
- Tamam Shud Man: Found in South Australia, associated with a mysterious case of an unidentified individual.
- Chris Benoit: Professional wrestler who infamously murdered his wife and son, damaging his legacy.
- Jack the Ripper: Infamous for terrorizing sex workers in 1880s London, remains unidentified.
- The Night Stalker: Nickname given to Richard Ramirez prior to his capture for a series of murders in California.
- Jack the Stripper: Uncaught 1960s killer in London, mimicking the actions of Jack the Ripper.
- Lie: The Love and Terror Cult: Album released by Charles Manson, reflecting his delusional ideology.
- Son of Sam: Claimed he received orders to kill from his neighbor's dog.
- The Ice Man: Chilling nickname for Richard Kuklinski, known for being a contract killer.
- Sharon Tate: Actress and victim of Charles Manson's family, her murder was highly publicized.
- BTK: Acronym for "Bind, Torture, Kill," associated with serial killer Dennis Rader.
- Earle Nelson: Known for keeping a "scorecard" of his victims, a methodically organized killer.
- Bible John: Uncaught serial killer believed responsible for murders in Scotland during the 1960s.
- Gary Ridgeway: Convicted as the Green River Killer, linked to many unsolved murders in Washington.
- Melinda Loveless: Ringleader in the brutal death of teenager Shanda Sharer in the 1990s.
- Luis Garavito: The mass murderer with the highest known number of victims, primarily in Colombia.
- Jim Jones: Led the People's Temple, infamous for the mass suicide in which 750 people died after consuming Grape Flavor Aid.
- Richard Ramirez: The Night Stalker killed at least 14 people, notorious for his brutal methods.
- Jeffrey Dahmer: Known for horrific acts, once received a returned victim due to police oversight.
- 25 Cromwell St: Address associated with Fred and Rose West, notorious for their crimes.
- Last Meal of John Wayne Gacy: Included 12 fried shrimp, KFC, fries, and strawberries, highlighting the macabre tradition surrounding death row inmates.
- Zodiac Killer: Infamous for a number of at least 7 confirmed murders in California.
- Truman Capote: Authored "In Cold Blood," an influential true crime book detailing a notorious murder case in 1959.
- Amanda Knox: Studied in Italy while her roommate was murdered in 2007, becoming an international news story.
- Steven Avery: Convicted for the murder of Teresa Halbach in Wisconsin, garnering public interest and media attention.
- The Owl Theory: A controversial theory regarding the death of Kathleen Peterson following a mysterious fall.
- Laci Peterson: Eight months pregnant at the time of her murder, her case received extensive media coverage.
- JonBenet Ramsey: A child beauty queen murdered at age 6, her case remains unsolved and highly publicized.
- Rodney Alcala: Appeared on 'The Dating Game' in 1978, later discovered to be a serial killer.
- David Berkowitz: Known as the Son of Sam, claimed a dog commanded him to kill.
- Ted Bundy: Worked at a suicide prevention hotline, showcasing the duality of his persona as a charming figure and a ruthless murderer.
- Unabomber: Ted Kaczynski's notorious nickname, linked to a series of bombings targeting individuals he deemed threats to society.
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Test your knowledge of infamous true crime cases and figures. From Charles Manson to Jack the Ripper, explore the chilling details that captivate true crime enthusiasts. This quiz covers notable events, individuals, and pop culture references in the true crime genre.
