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The five questions from this day’s Original Trilogy puzzle, with the correct answer and a short explanation for each.

  1. Question 1

    What does Vader tell Luke about Obi-Wan's story of his father's death?

    • AObi-Wan lied to protect you
    • BYour father's story is more complex than you know
    • CObi-Wan never told you what happened to your fatherCorrect
    • DObi-Wan was mistaken

    Before the big reveal, Vader says: 'Obi-Wan never told you what happened to your father.' Luke responds: 'He told me enough! He told me you killed him.' Vader: 'No. I am your father.'

    As seen in: The Empire Strikes Back(Film)

    Wookieepedia: The Empire Strikes Back

  2. Question 2

    What kind of planet is Dagobah, where Yoda lives in exile?

    • AA swamp planetCorrect
    • BA desert planet
    • CA volcanic planet
    • DA frozen tundra planet

    Dagobah is a swamp planet covered in dense fog, vegetation, and murky waters where Yoda has been hiding.

    As seen in: The Empire Strikes Back(Film)

    Wookieepedia: The Empire Strikes Back

  3. Question 3

    What does the Emperor say about Luke's overconfidence?

    • AIt will be your downfall
    • BIt is your weakness
    • CIt makes you weak
    • DLuke says the Emperor's overconfidence is his weaknessCorrect

    When the Emperor says Luke's faith in his friends is his weakness, Luke retorts: 'Your overconfidence is yours,' which ultimately proves true.

    As seen in: Return of the Jedi(Film)

    Wookieepedia: Return of the Jedi

  4. Question 4

    What does Tarkin say when warned about a possible weakness in the Death Star that the Rebels could exploit?

    • AEvacuate? In our moment of triumph?Correct
    • BReinforce the defenses
    • CThe station is impregnable
    • DWe will crush them

    When an officer suggests evacuation, the arrogant Tarkin dismisses the threat: 'Evacuate? In our moment of triumph? I think you overestimate their chances.'

    As seen in: A New Hope(Film)

    Wookieepedia: A New Hope

  5. Question 5

    What does C-3PO offer to do that R2-D2 refuses during their argument in the escape pod?

    • AC-3PO wants to go one direction and R2 wants to go another on TatooineCorrect
    • BGo for help
    • CSurrender to the Empire
    • DReturn to the ship

    After landing on Tatooine, C-3PO and R2-D2 argue about which direction to go. C-3PO wants to head toward settlements while R2 insists on going his own way, and they split up.

    As seen in: A New Hope(Film)

    Wookieepedia: A New Hope

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