Forrest Gump Character Insights

Forrest Gump shares his life story, highlighting his unique perspective, friendship with Jenny, running talent, college and army experiences, heroism in Vietnam, and reflections on life and destiny. Despite being perceived as different, Forrest achieves remarkable feats and learns valuable life lessons.

What does Forrest offer to the person he meets at the beginning?

• A handshake

• A book

• A flower

• A chocolate

How does Forrest describe his friendship with Jenny?

• Like peas and carrots

• Like milk and cookies

• Like salt and pepper

• Like bread and butter

What unexpected opportunity does Forrest receive due to his running ability?

• A job offer from a sports team

• A chance to meet the President

• A feature in a sports magazine

• A scholarship to a prestigious university

What is Forrest's response when asked about his future plans?

• To become a businessman

• To start a family

• To travel the world

• To follow orders in the army

What advice does Forrest receive about handling trouble in Vietnam?

• To hide

• To run away

• To call for help

• To fight bravely

What prestigious award does Forrest receive for his actions in Vietnam?

• The Purple Heart

• The Bronze Star

• The Medal of Honor

• The Silver Star

What does Forrest offer Jenny when she asks why he is so good to her?

• A promise of friendship

• A declaration of love

• A place to stay

• A financial support

What does Forrest claim to know despite not being a smart man?

• What the future holds

• How to make money

• What love is

• How to win a war

What is Forrest's mother's famous saying about life?

• Life is full of surprises

• Life is like a box of chocolates

• Life is what you make it

• Life is a journey, not a destination

What does Forrest ask Jenny that shows his commitment to her?

• To start a business together

• To travel with him

• To marry him

• To move in with him