Quiz: The World of Infamous Gangsters
Which infamous gangster was known as "Scarface"?
- Al Capone gained his nickname due to a prominent scar on his left cheek.
Who was the head of the Gambino crime family in the 1980s?
- John Gotti became the boss of the Gambino crime family in 1985 after arranging the murder of the previous boss, Paul Castellano.
Which gangster was known as the "Teflon Don"?
- John Gotti is correct. The media gave Gotti the nickname "Teflon Don" because he was able to avoid conviction for many years despite being indicted numerous times.
Which infamous gangster was portrayed by Johnny Depp in the movie "Public Enemies"?
- John Dillinger is right. The movie "Public Enemies" tells the story of Dillinger, a notorious bank robber and gangster during the Great Depression.
Who was the leader of the Chicago Outfit during Prohibition?
- Al Capone was the most notorious gangster of the Prohibition era, and his organization, the Chicago Outfit, was one of the most powerful in the country.
Which gangster was known as the "Gentleman Killer"?
- Dutch Schultz gained his nickname due to his elegant appearance and mannerisms, despite his violent tendencies.
Who was the leader of the Luciano crime family in the 1930s?
- Lucky Luciano is considered the father of modern organized crime and was the founder of the Commission, a governing body that oversaw all organized crime in the United States.
Which gangster was known as the "Mad Hatter"?
- Joe Masseria was given the nickname "Mad Hatter" because of his fondness for wearing flashy hats.
Who was the leader of the Genovese crime family in the 1950s?
- Vito Genovese was a ruthless and ambitious gangster who rose to power in the 1950s.
Which gangster was known as the "Prime Minister of the Underworld"?
- Meyer Lansky was a mastermind behind many of the organized crime activities in the United States and was one of the most powerful gangsters in the country.
