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  Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"   best quiz  
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Just how much do you know about Dr Hook & The Medicine Show's classic "Sylvia's Mother"? Pit yourself against 10 questions about the song and/or associated facts. Song #20 in the 'Anatomy' series.
Average, 10 Qns, Fussbudget, Nov 10 12
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  Dr. Hook   popular trivia quiz  
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This Quiz is about one of my favourite bands from the 70s, Dr. Hook. I will give you some lyrics you pick the correct song title. Reminise and enjoy!
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trivia question Quick Question
The final question is about the song 'The Wild Colonial Boy', can you tell me the name of the Country it is set in?

From Quiz "Dr. Hook"





Dr. Hook Trivia Questions
1. What is it that Sylvia is "too busy" to do?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: To come to the phone

The very first line sets the scene: "Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's busy, too busy to come to the phone" I think the guy calling should have taken the hint there and then!

2. What state of mind does Sylvia's Mother say Sylvia is in?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Sylvia's happy

"Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's happy, so why don't you leave her alone" I always wondered why Sylvia was happy. Happy to be leaving mother is something that springs to mind!

3. Which song is this line from:'I've had more chances to fly and more places to fall...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'A Couple More Years'

Dr.HOOk exceled at writing and singing love songs, although some of their best were often written by Shel Silverstein, including this one, co-written with Dennis.

4. How much money does the operator want?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: 40 cents

"And the operator says Forty cents more, for the next three minutes" Forty cents for three minutes! This guy must be calling from outer space! That's extortion! I hope Sylvia is worth it...

5. Which song is this line from:'I could get myself a nose job, I could diet for a year, but I'll never be Robert Redford 'cos I'm much too fond of beer...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'The Millionaire'

Shel Silverstein also wrote some very silly but brilliant songs , including 'Cover of the Rolling Stone'.He also wrote the unforgettable 'The Ballad of Lucy Jordan',which become a classic by Marianne Faithful.He was also known for his cartoons and poetry, unfortunatly he died in 1999,thank goodness some of his music will always live on through Dr.HOOK!.

6. When the operator asks for money, how many minutes will the amount cover?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Three

"And the operator says Forty cents more, for the next three minutes" Refer previous comment. Bear in mind the caller is going broke and he only gets to talk to the mother...

7. Which song is this line from:'I guess the dance is over now, so you just curtsy and I'll bow...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'More Like The Movies'

Yes another beautiful Shel Silverstein ballad, but no-one sings them like Dennis. This is my all time favourite song. Don't we all wish life was more like the movies!

8. In all likelihood, what is Sylvia's surname?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Avery

"Please Mrs Avery I just got to talk to her I'll only keep her a while Please Mrs Avery I just want to tell her Goodbye" Did you get this one? It was a bit tricky because it is only Sylvia's mother that is referred to by her surname, but I extrapolated, hence the question saying "In all likelihood".

9. Which song is this line from:'We sing about beauty and we sing about truth at ten thousand dollars a show...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'The Cover of the Rolling Stone'

It was really hard to pick just one line from this song, they all stand out,what a classic! And did they get their picture on the cover of the magazine? Yes, back in 1973!

10. Why is Sylvia leaving?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: She's getting married

"Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's packing She's going be leaving today Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's marrying A fellow down Galveston way" Another theory could be that she's leaving because this guy from Dr Hook won't stop pestering her on the phone!

11. Which song is this line from:'But she was too young to fall in love and I was too young to know...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'Only Sixteen'

This is a cover of The Sam Cooke song 'Only Sixteen'.Dennis really hits the high notes on this one. I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert about three years ago and he's voice is as beautiful as ever.

12. Where is Sylvia going to?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Galveston

"Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's packing She's going be leaving today Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's marrying A fellow down Galveston way" Galveston! She's marrying Glen Campbell then!

13. Which song is this line from:'You know that it's crazy and you wanna trust her then somebody hangs up when you answer the phone...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman'

This song can be slightly repetitive, but still worth listening to.

14. What does Sylvia's mother ask the caller?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Please don't say nothing

"Sylvia's mother says Please don't say nothing To make her start crying and stay" Oh, that's marvellous! Mum really WANTS her to go! Maybe Sylvia should stay and explain to mum what a double negative is and how to avoid them!

15. Which song does this line come from:'Everybody's talking 'bout a new way of walking do you want to lose your mind...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'Walk Right In'

This has a slight bluegrass sound to it, very early Dr.HOOK.This is one of the songs that Dennis and Ray both sang lead vocals on.

16. What type of transport is Sylvia using to leave?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Train

"Sylvia's mother says Sylvia's hurrying She's catching the nine o'clock train" And I suspect Sylvia cannot wait until nine ticks around!

17. Which song is this line from:'Elvis he's a hero he's a superstar and I hear Paul McCartney drives a Rolls Royce car...'?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: 'Everybody's Making It Big But Me'

This song includes other artists names such as Dylan, Neil Diamond, Elton John, Alice Cooper, Bowie and Mick Jagger. Written by Shel Silverstein I wonder if he was a fan of these artists or they just fit the song?!

18. What's the weather like at the time of Sylvia's departure?

From Quiz Anatomy of a Song: "Sylvia's Mother"

Answer: Rainy

" Sylvia's mother says take your umbrella Cause Sylvie, it's starting to rain" What a good mum, looking after her daughter till the very end, even though she's going off to marry Glen Campbell. How does he expect to support her? He only earns the salary of a Lineman from Wichita. Oh, maybe she's made a terrible mistake. Sylvie! Don't go! But the big yellow taxi is already going down the drive. Harry Chapin is driving! No wonder the guy from Dr Hook can't get her to stay. She has her eyes set on much bigger music stars! I will stop now, sorry.

19. The final question is about the song 'The Wild Colonial Boy', can you tell me the name of the Country it is set in?

From Quiz Dr. Hook

Answer: Australia

I had to include this one, not too many songs written about Australia is there!Hope you enjoyed this, my first quiz,now on to the next one...!

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