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The Big Four Trivia Quiz

This is a quiz about Slayer, Megadeth, Anthrax and Metallica, who are collectively known as "The Big Four" of thrash metal.

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

Author
Jbreeder

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
345,930

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
267

Last 3 plays: Guest 195 (8/10), Guest 194 (7/10), Guest 152 (4/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the early 80s, Megadeth's Dave Mustaine, who at the time was a member of Metallica, wrote a song titled "Mechanix". After Mustaine was fired from the band, the other members of Metallica changed the title and lyrics of the song and recorded it for the "Kill 'Em All" album. What was the title of Metallica's modified version of "Mechanix"? Hint

(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth

Hit The Lights

Seek And Destroy

The Four Horsemen

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Question 2 of 10

2. What is the name of Megadeth's mascot? Hint

Meg A. Death

Crimson Ghost

Vic Rattlehead

Eddie The Head

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which rap band did Anthrax collaborate with in 1991? Hint

A Tribe Called Quest

Public Enemy

N.W.A.

Run D.M.C.

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 2010, The Big Four toured together for the first time ever. Which of the Big Four bands was the tour headliner? Hint

Megadeth

Slayer

Anthrax

Metallica

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Question 5 of 10

5. What was Slayer's original band name? Hint

Blitzkrieg

Dragonslayer

Angel Of Death

Fire Storm

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Question 6 of 10

6. During the Big Four tour, which was the only band to perform with its original lineup? Hint

Metallica

Megadeth

Slayer

Anthrax

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which was the only Big Four band not to debut in 1981? Hint

Metallica

Slayer

Anthrax

Megadeth

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which song did Metallica play as a closing number at the Big Four concerts? Hint

Enter Sandman

Sad But True

Seek and Destroy

Master Of Puppets

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Question 9 of 10

9. At the Big Four event in Sofia, Bulgaria, an event which was beamed via satellite to cinemas across North America and Europe, a very memorable moment took place during Metallica's set when most of the members of The Big Four united onstage to perform a song together. Which song did The Big Four perform? Hint

Am I Evil

Creeping Death

The Unforgiven

Enter Sandman

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of these North American stadiums hosted The Big Four Concert? Hint

Turner Field

Ford Field

Yankee Stadium

The Rose Bowl

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: The Four Horsemen

Dave Mustaine was fired from the band just before the album "Kill 'Em All" was recorded so Metallica decided to write their own version of "Mechanix". Mustaine was still given credit for "The Four Horsemen". The original version of "Mechanix" was later released by Megadeth on their debut album "Killing Is My Business...And Business Is Good".

2. What is the name of Megadeth's mascot?

Answer: Vic Rattlehead

Vic Rattlehead is a skeletal figure who's image appeared on several of Megadeth's album covers.

3. Which rap band did Anthrax collaborate with in 1991?

Answer: Public Enemy

Anthrax and Public Enemy recorded a new version of Public Enemy's "Bring the Noise". Anthrax later recorded a rap song on their own entitled "I'm the Man".

4. In 2010, The Big Four toured together for the first time ever. Which of the Big Four bands was the tour headliner?

Answer: Metallica

Anthrax opened each show. Megadeth was the second band to take the stage followed by Slayer. Metallica closed each show.

5. What was Slayer's original band name?

Answer: Dragonslayer

The band decided to change it's name to Slayer as an acronym for "Satan Laughs As You Eternally Rot".

6. During the Big Four tour, which was the only band to perform with its original lineup?

Answer: Slayer

Vocalist/bassist Tom Araya, guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman and drummer Dave Lombardo performed at the Big Four concert and are all original members of Slayer. Robert Trujillo, who played bass for Metallica at the concert, was their only non original member. Guitarist Scott Ian was the only original Anthrax member onstage. Out of the four Megadeth members, Dave Mustaine and Dave Ellefson were the originals.

7. Which was the only Big Four band not to debut in 1981?

Answer: Megadeth

Megadeth was formed in 1983 by vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine after being fired from Metallica.

8. Which song did Metallica play as a closing number at the Big Four concerts?

Answer: Seek and Destroy

"Seek And Destroy" is from the 'Kill 'Em All" album and has been one of the most popular Metallica songs for years.

Answer: Am I Evil

"Am I Evil" is a Diamond Head cover which appears on the "Kill 'Em All" album. Tommy Araya, Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman did not join the others onstage.

10. Which of these North American stadiums hosted The Big Four Concert?

Answer: Yankee Stadium

The Big Four performed at Yankee Stadium on September 14th, 2011. About 41,000 visitors were in attendance.

Source: Author Jbreeder

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