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The World of Music Trivia Quiz

All over the world, there are many famous opera houses and theaters. What do you know about some of them? Have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by triviaking162. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
triviaking162

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
352,026

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
419

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which of the following famous opera houses was built following an international design competition? Hint

Palais Garnier

Metropolitan Opera House

Sydney Opera House

Buxton Opera House

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which theater did Billy Joel sell out 12 times in a row in 2006? Hint

Boston Garden

Madison Square Garden

Carnegie Hall

Metropolitan Opera House

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Question 3 of 10

3. Where would I go if I wanted to see the Wire Opera House? Hint

United States

Argentina

Brazil

Japan

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Question 4 of 10

4. In which of the following countries would I NOT find a Royal Opera House? Hint

United Kingdom

Oman

Germany

India

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Question 5 of 10

5. In which country would I go to see a show at Teatro Argentina? Hint

Argentina

Italy

Spain

Peru

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of these opera houses is located in Moscow? Hint

Mikhaylovsky Theatre

Bolshoi Theatre

Mariinsky Theatre

Taganrog Theatre

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of these concert halls is located in Los Angeles? Hint

Crosby Theatre

Carnegie Hall

Walt Disney Concert Hall

California Theatre

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Question 8 of 10

8. If I wanted to see a show in Canada, which of the following venues could I attend? Hint

Carpenter Theatre

Benedum Center

Segerstrom Hall

Queen Elizabeth Theatre

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Question 9 of 10

9. If I am in Wellington, New Zealand, where could I go to see a musical performance? Hint

Sunbeam Theatre

St. James Theatre

Artscape Opera House

Avenida Theatre

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Question 10 of 10

10. Finally, what famous venue in Manhattan is recognized as a National Historic Landmark?

Answer: (Two Words)

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following famous opera houses was built following an international design competition?

Answer: Sydney Opera House

The contest to design the opera house was won by a man named J�rn Utzon. He was from Denmark and his design was picked out of over 200 designs entered in the contest. The Sydney Opera House opened in 1973. It is well-known around the world for its interesting design and spectacular location.

2. Which theater did Billy Joel sell out 12 times in a row in 2006?

Answer: Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden is in New York City. The twelve shows Billy did were part of a U.S. tour he was doing. On the tour, he didn't sing any new songs. He just sang songs he made throughout his career, including some not so well-known songs. The number 12 is hanging in the rafters of Madison Square Garden because of this amazing achievement.

3. Where would I go if I wanted to see the Wire Opera House?

Answer: Brazil

The Wire Opera House is in the state of Parana in Brazil. It is called the Wire Opera House because of its design. The opera house is called Opera de Arame in Portuguese.

4. In which of the following countries would I NOT find a Royal Opera House?

Answer: Germany

There are Royal Opera Houses in the cities of Muscat (Oman), Mumbai (India), and London (UK). While Germany has many famous theaters and opera houses, it doesn't have a Royal Opera House.

5. In which country would I go to see a show at Teatro Argentina?

Answer: Italy

Surprisingly, Teatro Argentina is not in Argentina. It's an opera house in Rome, the Italian capital. It is over 250 years old and was designed by Gerolamo Theodoli.

6. Which of these opera houses is located in Moscow?

Answer: Bolshoi Theatre

The Bolshoi Theatre was designed by Joseph Bove. He also designed the Triumphal Arch of Moscow. The theatre first opened in 1825.

7. Which of these concert halls is located in Los Angeles?

Answer: Walt Disney Concert Hall

The Walt Disney Concert Hall was designed by Frank Gehry. It first opened in late 2003. The concert hall was seen in movies like "Alvin and the Chipmunks" (2007) and "Iron Man" (2008).

8. If I wanted to see a show in Canada, which of the following venues could I attend?

Answer: Queen Elizabeth Theatre

The Queen Elizabeth Theatre is located in Vancouver and can seat over 2900 people. Many groups perform there every year and the theatre is also home to the Vancouver Opera. All the other choices are in the United States.

9. If I am in Wellington, New Zealand, where could I go to see a musical performance?

Answer: St. James Theatre

The St. James Theatre was designed by Henry Eli White. It opened in late 1912. It can seat about 3,000 people. Some believe that there are ghosts and spirits in the theatre.

10. Finally, what famous venue in Manhattan is recognized as a National Historic Landmark?

Answer: Carnegie Hall

Carnegie Hall is named for philanthropist Andrew Carnegie because he donated the money for the hall's construction. The hall can seat over 2,800 people and is one of the most famous concert halls in the world. Carnegie Hall was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1962.

Source: Author triviaking162

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