Donna Summer - 'Ordinary Girl'

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1. Let's begin the journey of this 'ordinary girl' at the very beginning. Where in the world was this internationally-famous entertainer born? Hamburg, Germany New York City, NY Vienna, Austria Boston, Massachussetts

2. As many young performers whose families have strong spiritual roots have, Donna began her singing 'career' in church. Which gospel music performer was young Donna's inspiration? Shirley Caesar Albertina Walker Cissy Houston Mahalia Jackson

3. Not surprisingly, during her school days, Donna became heavily involved in musical activities. She participated in her school's glee club and choir. How old was Donna when she formed her first "real group"? 13 15 12 14

4. One day while following the sound of some appealing music, Donna unknowingly ended up at an audition for a rock band. What was the name of the band? The Crew The Crow The Crowd The Crioux

5. Which recording label offered Donna her first recording contract? RCA A & M Capitol Elektra

6. To help celebrate the success of Donna's first American hit, "Love to Love You Baby", her record label, Casablanca Records, had a huge sheet cake featuring her likeness baked by Hansen's Bakery of Los Angeles and shipped to New York City. One of the modes of transportation used for this cake was an ambulance. True False

7. As Donna recounted details of her 'ordinary' life, she spoke of a friendship with a neighbor: a woman who happened to be a world-famous, well respected actress. Who was she? Elizabeth Taylor Ann-Margret Sophia Loren Raquel Welch

8. Donna was not satisfied with the timing of the release of her smash hit duet with Barbra Streisand, "Enough is Enough". True False

9. Donna is the mother of three lovely daughters. What are their names? Amy, Brooklyn and Alicia Mimi, Michelle and Anita Mary, Bethany and Adrian Mimi, Brooklyn and Amanda

10. Donna mentioned that she is related to a famous male R & B performer? Who? Ginuwine Keith Sweat Johnny Gill Bobby Brown