Famous Father’s Day Quote Quiz

There are some things about fatherhood that seem almost universal—the outpouring of unconditional love, the sleepless nights during infancy, the constant worry, and the desire to impart wisdom and good values upon their children.

Over the years many famous fathers have tried to put into words the life lessons they’ve learned from both their parents and by being a dad. In honour of Father’s Day, can you guess who said each fatherhood-related quote below?

“My father always used to say that when you die, if you've got five real friends, then you've had a great life. “
“To support mother and father, to cherish wife and children, and to have a simple livelihood; this is greatest blessing.”
“My father said, 'Politics asks the question: Is it expedient? Vanity asks: Is it popular? But conscience asks: Is it right?' “
“Fatherhood is pretending the present you love the most is soap-on-a-rope.”
“I have found the best way to give advice to your children is to find out what they want and then advise them to do it.”
“It is a wise father that knows his own child.”
“I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father's protection.”

Sigmund Freud

Dexter Scott King

William Shakespeare

Buddha

Lee Iacocca

Bill Cosby

Harry S Truman

These quotes, and the life lessons that each man learns from his own father, offer insights and a unique perspective on what it means to be a dad. This Father’s Day, think about some of the most memorable things that your father or a father figure has imparted on you and remind him how those words have stayed with you over the years.

Answers: 1. Lee Iacocca, 2. Buddha, 3. Dexter Scott King, 4. Bill Cosby, 5. Harry S Truman, 6. William Shakespeare, 7. Sigmund Freud

History of Father’s Day Quiz • Famous Father’s Day Quote Quiz
Top 10 Father’s Day Gifts Word Jumble • Which Sitcom Dad Are You?

Twitter @CarltonCards

Facebook