Question 1
"Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol became widely popular after being featured in a significant TV show. Which show featured this song in one of its most memorable episodes?
A) Grey's Anatomy
B) The O.C.
C) Breaking Bad
D) Friends
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A) Grey's Anatomy
Question 2
Before his solo career, Justin Timberlake was a part of which famous boy band?
A) Backstreet Boys
B) NSYNC
C) Boyz II Men
D) New Kids on the Block
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B) NSYNC
Question 3
Pink, known for her powerful vocals and dynamic performances, married a famous motocross rider in 2006. Who is he?
A) Ricky Carmichael
B) Carey Hart
C) Ryan Dungey
D) Travis Pastrana
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B) Carey Hart
Question 4
"Hey, Soul Sister" by Train is known for its catchy ukulele riff. Which of the following is NOT true about the song?
A) It won a Grammy Award
B) It was used in a commercial for Samsung
C) It's one of the best-selling songs in digital history
D) It was initially written for a movie soundtrack
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D) It was initially written for a movie soundtrack
Question 5
Anastacia's "I'm Outta Love" marked her debut. What was distinctive about her image at the time of this song's release?
A) Her unique dance style
B) Her distinct fashion sense
C) Her signature eyewear
D) Her iconic hairstyles
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C) Her signature eyewear
Question 6
Bob Sinclar's "Love Generation" became an unofficial anthem for which significant international event?
A) The 2006 FIFA World Cup
B) The 2008 Beijing Olympics
C) The 2005 G8 Summit
D) Eurovision Song Contest 2006
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A) The 2006 FIFA World Cup
Question 7
Eminem and Rihanna's "Love the Way You Lie" was known for its powerful music video. Which actress played the leading role in the video?
A) Megan Fox
B) Angelina Jolie
C) Scarlett Johansson
D) Jennifer Lawrence
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A) Megan Fox
Question 8
The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army" became iconic for its guitar riff. What sport event frequently uses this riff as a chant?
A) NBA basketball games
B) NFL football games
C) European soccer matches
D) MLB baseball games
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C) European soccer matches
Question 9
Maroon 5's lead singer Adam Levine has served as a coach on which popular singing competition TV show?
A) American Idol
B) The Voice
C) The X Factor
D) America's Got Talent
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B) The Voice
Question 10
Avril Lavigne is known for her distinct style often described as 'punk'. Which Canadian province is she originally from?
A) Ontario
B) Quebec
C) British Columbia
D) Alberta
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A) Ontario
Question 11
Franz Ferdinand's "Take Me Out" was part of a movement known as the post-punk revival. Which UK city is the band originally from, a hub for this musical movement?
A) London
B) Glasgow
C) Manchester
D) Liverpool
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B) Glasgow
Question 12
"Wheatus" released "Teenage Dirtbag" in the early 2000s. The song gained extra fame by being featured in a teen movie. Which movie was it?
A) American Pie
B) Mean Girls
C) Loser
D) Bring It On
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A) American Pie
Question 13
Shakira, known for her belly dancing, has a unique heritage. She is of mixed descent, including Colombian and which other nationality?
A) Spanish
B) Lebanese
C) Italian
D) Portuguese
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B) Lebanese
Question 14
Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball" marked a significant shift in her image. What was the most talked-about element of the music video?
A) A dance routine
B) A dramatic haircut
C) Miley swinging on an actual wrecking ball
D) A celebrity cameo
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C) Miley swinging on an actual wrecking ball
Question 15
The Fray's "You Found Me" was used in a significant promotion for a popular TV series. Which series used this song for its promotional campaign?
A) Lost
B) Grey's Anatomy
C) The Vampire Diaries
D) Breaking Bad
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A) Lost