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George Michael Trivia Quiz

I was very surprised to see that there was no quiz concerning George Michael. As this is the first one, I'll start with simple general questions. Have fun!

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

Author
Viesturs

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
187,954

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
15

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
11 / 15

Plays
2333

Last 3 plays: Guest 90 (14/15), Guest 12 (14/15), Guest 172 (12/15).

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Question 1 of 15

1. What is the real name of George Michael? Hint

Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou

George Austin Moss

Michael Samuel Brown

Georg Ivanovic Mironov

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Question 2 of 15

2. When was George Michael born? Hint

April 19, 1950

May 5, 1958

January 2, 1973

June 25, 1963

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Question 3 of 15

3. George Michael wrote his first song at the age of 17. What is the name of this song? Hint

Faith

Careless Whisper

I Want Your Sex

I Love You

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Question 4 of 15

4. George Michael debuted in a duo. What was the name of this duo? Hint

Wham!

Bang!

Slam!

Clang!

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Question 5 of 15

5. The first single that was released by George Michael, when he was a member of his first duo, was called "Some Rap".

True

False

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Question 6 of 15

6. After the release of Michael's second solo single "A Different Corner" he and his partner decided that their duo should disband. Which year was it? Hint

1988

1986

1987

1989

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Question 7 of 15

7. What is the name of George Michael's first solo album? Hint

Face

Faith

Fate

Fame

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Question 8 of 15

8. His second album was called "Listen Without Prejudice". What is interesting about it? Hint

None of the songs in this album are actually sung by George Michael.

It was stated that this album was "Vol.1", but "Vol. 2" was never released.

The album with the same name was released in 1980 by "Metallica".

It was the first album ever to be released in CD format.

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Question 9 of 15

9. George Michael didn't appear in the video of "Freedom 90" (from "Listen Without Prejudice"). Who did? Hint

Mickey Mouse

Robin Williams

Brian May

Cindy Crawford

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Question 10 of 15

10. In 1991 George Michael released "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me". Whom did Michael sing this duet with? Hint

Aretha Franklin

Lisa Stansfield

Elton John

Stieve Wonder

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Question 11 of 15

11. In 1992 George Michael took part in major concert featuring a lot of stars. What concert was it? Hint

Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert

Nelson Mandela Freedom Concert

Live Aid

Concert of Hope

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Question 12 of 15

12. In 1994 George Michael performed the first new song in almost three years. Which song was it? Hint

Monkey

Freedom

Freeek

Jesus to a Child

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Question 13 of 15

13. In July 1995 George Michael left his record company. Which company was it? Hint

Mercury Records

Sony Music Entertainment

Virgin Records

EMI Records

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Question 14 of 15

14. What is the name of the CD that George Michael released on May 13, 1996? Hint

Older

Ogre

Over

Sober

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Question 15 of 15

15. In 2004 George Michael released "Patience". Which song is not included in this album? Hint

Freeek '04

Outside

Shoot the Dog

Amazing

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the real name of George Michael?

Answer: Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou

His name tells us that George Michael comes from a Greek family.

2. When was George Michael born?

Answer: June 25, 1963

He was born in North London.

3. George Michael wrote his first song at the age of 17. What is the name of this song?

Answer: Careless Whisper

This song was released only in 1984 and it was his first solo single. This song became a big hit in the 1980's.

4. George Michael debuted in a duo. What was the name of this duo?

Answer: Wham!

In this duo, he sang together with Andrew Ridgeley.

5. The first single that was released by George Michael, when he was a member of his first duo, was called "Some Rap".

Answer: False

Their first single, which was released in 1982, was called "Wham Rap". I just couldn't tell you the correct answer to the previous question.

6. After the release of Michael's second solo single "A Different Corner" he and his partner decided that their duo should disband. Which year was it?

Answer: 1986

After this announcement, they played a concert at Wembley to say farewell to their fans.

7. What is the name of George Michael's first solo album?

Answer: Faith

This album was released in November 1987. It won George several awards.

8. His second album was called "Listen Without Prejudice". What is interesting about it?

Answer: It was stated that this album was "Vol.1", but "Vol. 2" was never released.

This album was released in 1990.

9. George Michael didn't appear in the video of "Freedom 90" (from "Listen Without Prejudice"). Who did?

Answer: Cindy Crawford

She was not the only supermodel in this video. It featured also Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington and Linda Evangelista.

10. In 1991 George Michael released "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me". Whom did Michael sing this duet with?

Answer: Elton John

This was a worldwide number one hit. All the proceeds were given to charity.

11. In 1992 George Michael took part in major concert featuring a lot of stars. What concert was it?

Answer: Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert

The songs sung by Michael in this concert can be found in his album "Five Live EP".

12. In 1994 George Michael performed the first new song in almost three years. Which song was it?

Answer: Jesus to a Child

This song is included in album "Older".

13. In July 1995 George Michael left his record company. Which company was it?

Answer: Sony Music Entertainment

Michael thought that Sony no longer accepted his music. After that he signed a contract with Virgin Records.

14. What is the name of the CD that George Michael released on May 13, 1996?

Answer: Older

It was his first album for "Virgin Records".

15. In 2004 George Michael released "Patience". Which song is not included in this album?

Answer: Outside

This song has really remarkable video. It features a public toilet and some policemen. Do you know why? It was just a way for Michael to laugh at people bothering too much about his sexuality. More details can be found on the internet.

Source: Author Viesturs

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