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The Life Of Frankie Lymon Trivia Quiz

This is my quiz on Frankie Lymon. Most of the younger members won't know who he is, but will learn of him by playing this quiz. I know some of you out there used to dance to his hit songs, but let's see if you remember anything about him.

A multiple-choice quiz by AmonAmarth. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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AmonAmarth

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276,223

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. Frankie Lymon started out his career with a group of friends. What was the original name of the group? Hint

The Youngbloods

The Youngsters

The Premiers

The Teenagers

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Question 2 of 10

2. Frankie Lymon had a drug addiction which eventually took his life. What drug was he addicted to? Hint

Heroin

Pain killers

Cocaine

Barbiturates

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Question 3 of 10

3. Where was Frankie born? Hint

Harlem, New York

Atlanta, Georgia

Chicago, Illinois

Cleveland, Ohio

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Question 4 of 10

4. Frankie sang in a gospel group called The Harlemaires.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. A movie was made about the life and marriages of Frankie Lymon. The movie was called "Why Do Fools Fall In Love." Who played the part of Frankie Lymon? Hint

Usher

Jamie Fox

Will Smith

Larenz Tate

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Question 6 of 10

6. How did Frankie stir up a scene with TV audiences on Alan Freed's ABC show, "The Big Beat"? Hint

He got caught lip singing.

He danced with a white girl on stage

He was intoxicated.

He didn't even show up for the show.

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Question 7 of 10

7. After Frankie's death, someone covered "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" and brought it back to the Top Ten in 1981. Who was the artist? Hint

Aretha Franklin

Lionel Ritchie

Al Green

Diana Ross

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Question 8 of 10

8. Zola Taylor, Elizabeth Waters, and Elmira Eagle all claimed to be Mrs. Frankie Lymon. Which one of these ladies was awarded Frankie's estate by the New York Supreme Court? Hint

Elizabeth Waters

Elmira Eagle

None of them

Zola Taylor

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Question 9 of 10

9. In 1965 Frankie was enlisted in the United Sates Military. What branch was he in? Hint

Navy

Army

Air Force

Marines

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Question 10 of 10

10. Frankie Lymon was considered to be the first African-American teen idol.

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Frankie Lymon started out his career with a group of friends. What was the original name of the group?

Answer: The Premiers

This was a trick question. They changed their name to The Teenagers later, and Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers even later, but were known as The Premiers in the very beginning.

2. Frankie Lymon had a drug addiction which eventually took his life. What drug was he addicted to?

Answer: Heroin

Frankie died on Feburary 27, 1968 at the age of 25. He was found dead in his hotel room from a heroin overdose.

3. Where was Frankie born?

Answer: Harlem, New York

Frankie was born on September 30, 1942.

4. Frankie sang in a gospel group called The Harlemaires.

Answer: False

Frankie and two of his brothers all sang with The Harlemaire Juniors. His father sang with The Harlemaires.

5. A movie was made about the life and marriages of Frankie Lymon. The movie was called "Why Do Fools Fall In Love." Who played the part of Frankie Lymon?

Answer: Larenz Tate

The movie also starred Halle Berry, Lela Rochon, and Vivica A. Fox.

6. How did Frankie stir up a scene with TV audiences on Alan Freed's ABC show, "The Big Beat"?

Answer: He danced with a white girl on stage

His actions upset a lot of people, particularly the Southern TV station owners and the show ended up being cancelled as a result.

7. After Frankie's death, someone covered "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" and brought it back to the Top Ten in 1981. Who was the artist?

Answer: Diana Ross

When this song was released in 1981 by Diana it caused a major controversy concerning Frankie's estate.

8. Zola Taylor, Elizabeth Waters, and Elmira Eagle all claimed to be Mrs. Frankie Lymon. Which one of these ladies was awarded Frankie's estate by the New York Supreme Court?

Answer: Elmira Eagle

Originally the decision was favored for Mrs. Waters, but Mrs. Eagle appealed in 1990 and the decision was reversed and Frankie's estate was awarded to her.

9. In 1965 Frankie was enlisted in the United Sates Military. What branch was he in?

Answer: Army

Frankie repeatedly went A.W.O.L. to secure show dates at some southern clubs and was dishonorably discharged for it.

10. Frankie Lymon was considered to be the first African-American teen idol.

Answer: True

With the success of the first two singles, "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" and "I Want You To Be My Girl", Frankie Lymon won the hearts of Americans all over and they loved him.

I hope you enjoyed this quiz as much as I enjoyed writing it. Although I am only 28 and was not around when Frankie was alive, I love his music, both as a solo artist and with The Teenagers. Every time I hear one of his songs it brings a smile to my face.

Rest in peace Frankie, we will remember you always.

Source: Author AmonAmarth

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