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Rockstars Trivia Quiz

Rock n'roll is the widest genre in music. But do you know your Guns n' Roses from your Bon Jovi. Test your rock instinct in this multiple choice rock-fest.

A multiple-choice quiz by Idok21. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Idok21

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
289,361

Updated
Jun 12 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
3037

Last 3 plays: Guest 136 (6/10), Guest 205 (6/10), Guest 98 (4/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is the name of the band that constructed the mega 70's hit "Bohemian Rhapsody"? Hint

Iron Maiden

Pink Floyd

Queen

Deep Purple

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which rock band gave the world "Smoke on the Water"? Hint

Black Sabbath

Judas Priest

Deep Purple

AC/DC

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Question 3 of 10

3. David Bowie and Queen collaborated to make which classic early 80s hit? Hint

State of Shock

Under Pressure

We Will Rock You

Another One Bites The Dust

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which new wave pop/rock group had a hit single titled "Mad World"? Hint

Tears for Fears

Frankie Goes to Hollywood

Huey Lewis and The News

The Specials

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which famous punk rock band sang a rock version of Sinatra's "My Way"? Hint

Judas Priest

Twisted Sister

Iron Maiden

Sex Pistols

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of these fictional bands sang "Fist Fury"? Hint

Spinal Tap

Yellow Tunnel

Hazel

Love Fist

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who described Axl Rose as "Nothing new, just the same old play by my rules rock star."? Hint

Kurt Cobain

Freddie Mercury

Jon Bon Jovi

Huey Lewis

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which pop rock band are responsible for "Gold" and "True"? Hint

Take That

Pet Shop Boys

Spandau Ballet

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of these is not by Bon Jovi? Hint

November Rain

Dead or Alive

It's My Life

Livin' on a Prayer

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Question 10 of 10

10. What was Freddy Mercury's first band called? Hint

Smile

Zanzibar

Queen

The Hectics

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the name of the band that constructed the mega 70's hit "Bohemian Rhapsody"?

Answer: Queen

"Bohemian Rhapsody" was a worldwide success which stayed at the top of the UK charts for nine weeks. Brought out in 1975, over thirty years ago, its still popular all over the world. It's also famous for being in the car radio scene of the movie "Wayne's World" in 1991.

While Freddie might have sadly past away in November of 1991, Queen is still strong with Queen + Paul Rodgers. Original members Brian May and Roger Taylor are still touring. John Deacon left in the late 90's.

2. Which rock band gave the world "Smoke on the Water"?

Answer: Deep Purple

Known for the famous guitar riff at the beginning of the song "Smoke on the Water" is one of the most successful rock songs of all time. Although nearly 40 years in, Deep Purple are still very much together and do occasional tours.

3. David Bowie and Queen collaborated to make which classic early 80s hit?

Answer: Under Pressure

Some of David Bowie's other hits include "Life on Mars", "Heroes" and " Ziggy Stardust". David famously sang "Under Pressure" with Annie Lennox at the 1992 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert.

4. Which new wave pop/rock group had a hit single titled "Mad World"?

Answer: Tears for Fears

Other Tears for Fears hits include "Shout" and "Everybody Wants to Rule the World". Gary Jules revived the song "Mad World" in 2003 for the movie "Donnie Darko". Although not Gary's own song, it was a major success and got a Christmas time number one in the UK.

5. Which famous punk rock band sang a rock version of Sinatra's "My Way"?

Answer: Sex Pistols

The song was sung by the late Sid Vicious. Sex Pistols reached number one on the UK charts with "My Way", a feat Frank himself could not do.
Other hits from Sex Pistols include "Anarchy in the UK" and "God Save the Queen".

6. Which of these fictional bands sang "Fist Fury"?

Answer: Love Fist

Love Fist are a fictional rock band in the "Grand Theft Auto" video games. Their song "Fist Fury" can be heard on the radio in "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City".

7. Who described Axl Rose as "Nothing new, just the same old play by my rules rock star."?

Answer: Kurt Cobain

Kurt Cobain famously committed suicide in 1994. His most well known song is probably "Smells Like Teen Spirit".
Axl Rose personally liked Kurt's band Nirvana, but Kurt thought Axl was just a generic rock star.

8. Which pop rock band are responsible for "Gold" and "True"?

Answer: Spandau Ballet

Both were big hits in the UK and the US. The song "True" is known worldwide for the "Ha Ha Ha Ha Haaaa" tune throughout.
Backing vocalists Gary and Martin Kemp starred in the movie "The Krays" as psychopathic gangsters.

9. Which of these is not by Bon Jovi?

Answer: November Rain

"November Rain" is by Guns n' Roses.
Jon Bon Jovi and Axl Rose are known enemies after Jon called Guns n' Roses "a bunch of scumbags". They have ever since detested each other's bands.

10. What was Freddy Mercury's first band called?

Answer: The Hectics

The Hectics began in St Peters school, India. Freddie began singing with them at an early age. They used the school's main hall to practice.

Source: Author Idok21

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