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Happy Goodmans Trivia Quiz

The Happy Goodman family had a major impact on gospel music. See how much about this gospel family you know.

A multiple-choice quiz by revstevef. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
revstevef

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
248,924

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

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182

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1. Who were the 4 main vocalists in the Happy Goodmans? Hint

Howard,&Vestal Goodman, Johnny Cook, Aaron Wilburn

Howard, Vestal, Rusty and Sam Goodman

Howard, Rusty, & Rick Goodman, Aaron Wilburn

Howard, Rusty, Vestal and Bob Goodman

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2. What was Rusty Goodman's first name. Hint

Russell

Andrew

Donald

Charles

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3. When Vestal was having heart trouble, this man was hired to sing her part with the group. Hint

Ricky Perkins

Johnny Cook

Cat Freeman

Michael English

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4. Rusty Goodman sang with another gospel group before the Happy Goodmans. Who were they? Hint

The Rebels

The Statesmen

The Plainsmen

The Blackwoods

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5. One of Vestal's signiture songs was "What a Beutiful Day". This song was written by a Happy Goodman member who has went on to be a Christian comedian and soloist. Who is he? Hint

Michael English

Dennis Swanburg

Mark Lowery

Aaron Wilburn

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6. Howard Goodman wrote several songs for the Happy Goodmans, one was recently recorded by the Gaither Vocal Band. What is the title of the song? Hint

I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now

Give Up

John the Revelator

What a Happy Time

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7. Rick Goodman keeps the dream of the Happy Goodman family alive. He also was a member of the Happy Goodmans. Which instrument did Rick play for the Goodmans? Hint

Piano

Drums

Bass Guitar

Lead Guitar

8. The Happy Goodmans had a reunion recording in 1990. Rusty was diagnosed with cancer durning this time, yet he still recorded with the group. Which of the following songs did he sing lead on for this recording? Hint

Standing in the Prescence of the King

Sweet Morning Song

Revival

The Greatest Love Story

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9. When Vestal and Howard left the Happy Goodmans, Rusty and Sam hired this young man to sing in the new version of the Goodmans. Hint

Sam Brown

Dwayne Friend

Johnny Minick

Michael English

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10. The Happy Goodmans had several great musicians with them over years. This man played piano for the Happy Goodmans and has gone on to be one of the largest producers for gospel music. Hint

Herman Harper

Eddie Cook

Darrell Stewart

Henry Slaughter

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who were the 4 main vocalists in the Happy Goodmans?

Answer: Howard, Vestal, Rusty and Sam Goodman

The main vocalists of the Happy Goodman family through the 1960's and 1970's were Howard, Vestal, Rusty, and Sam Goodman.

2. What was Rusty Goodman's first name.

Answer: Charles

Charles "Rusty" Goodman was one of the most beloved singers and songwriters in gosel music.

3. When Vestal was having heart trouble, this man was hired to sing her part with the group.

Answer: Johnny Cook

Johnny Cook was on the orginal recording of "I Believe He's Coming Back". This is one of their award winning songs.

4. Rusty Goodman sang with another gospel group before the Happy Goodmans. Who were they?

Answer: The Plainsmen

Rusty sang with the Plainsman. They often sang with Jimmie Davis and Johnny Horton. Rusty can be heard singing bass on the classic song "North to Alaska" while singing with the Plainsmen.

5. One of Vestal's signiture songs was "What a Beutiful Day". This song was written by a Happy Goodman member who has went on to be a Christian comedian and soloist. Who is he?

Answer: Aaron Wilburn

Aaron Wilburn penned this song, when he heard Vestal say on the bus one morning "this is beautiful day for the Lord to come".

6. Howard Goodman wrote several songs for the Happy Goodmans, one was recently recorded by the Gaither Vocal Band. What is the title of the song?

Answer: Give Up

The GVB recorded "Give Up". They can be seen singing this song on the "50 Faithful Years: Happy Goodman Family" dvd.

7. Rick Goodman keeps the dream of the Happy Goodman family alive. He also was a member of the Happy Goodmans. Which instrument did Rick play for the Goodmans?

Answer: Drums

Rick played Drums for the Happy Goodman family. He reprised his role as drummer in the video "The Final Stand".

Answer: The Greatest Love Story

Rusty recorded "The Greatest Love Story" even though cancer had weakend his physical body. He gives a powerful performance.

9. When Vestal and Howard left the Happy Goodmans, Rusty and Sam hired this young man to sing in the new version of the Goodmans.

Answer: Michael English

The Goodmans consisted of Sam and Rusty Goodman; Rusty's daughter Tanya, and a young Michael English.

10. The Happy Goodmans had several great musicians with them over years. This man played piano for the Happy Goodmans and has gone on to be one of the largest producers for gospel music.

Answer: Eddie Cook

Eddie Cook was piano player for the Happy Goodmans for a time. He has one of the largest recording companies in gospel music.

Source: Author revstevef

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