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Popular music trivia tests knowledge of global chart-topping songs, iconic music videos, and award-winning soundtracks. Questions cover various genres, famous artists, and cultural themes prevalent in modern music. This section is ideal for improving general knowledge for state level exams and trivia competitions.

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Popular Music Trivia Questions

Multiple choice

What is one example of a song that is written in more than one language?

  1. Despacito

  2. Shape of You

  3. Thank U, Next

  4. Old Town Road
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Despacito is a song by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee that is written in both Spanish and English.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the secret location where the Illuminati meets to discuss their plans and carry out their operations?

  1. The Temple of Doom

  2. The Skull and Bones Society

  3. The Bilderberg Group

  4. The Bohemian Grove
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Bohemian Grove is the secret location where the Illuminati meets to discuss their plans and carry out their operations.

Multiple choice

Which award is given to the best music video of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards?

  1. Video of the Year

  2. Artist of the Year

  3. Song of the Year

  4. Album of the Year
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Explanation

The Video of the Year award is given to the best music video of the year, regardless of genre.

Multiple choice

Which award is given to the best song of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards?

  1. Video of the Year

  2. Artist of the Year

  3. Song of the Year

  4. Album of the Year
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Song of the Year award is given to the best song of the year, regardless of genre.

Multiple choice

Which musician is known for using their music to promote peace and understanding between different cultures?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Yehudi Menuhin

  3. Daniel Barenboim

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Ravi Shankar, Yehudi Menuhin, and Daniel Barenboim are all musicians who have used their music to promote peace and understanding between different cultures.

Multiple choice

Who is the current WWE Champion?

  1. Roman Reigns

  2. Brock Lesnar

  3. Drew McIntyre

  4. Seth Rollins
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Explanation

Roman Reigns is the current WWE Champion, having won the title at WrestleMania 38 in April 2022.

Multiple choice

Who is the current AEW World Champion?

  1. CM Punk

  2. Bryan Danielson

  3. Kenny Omega

  4. Jon Moxley
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Explanation

CM Punk is the current AEW World Champion, having won the title at All Out in September 2021.

Multiple choice

Who is the current WWE Universal Champion?

  1. Roman Reigns

  2. Brock Lesnar

  3. Drew McIntyre

  4. Seth Rollins
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Explanation

Roman Reigns is the current WWE Universal Champion, having won the title at SummerSlam in August 2020.

Multiple choice

Who is the current Impact World Champion?

  1. Josh Alexander

  2. Moose

  3. Eddie Edwards

  4. Rich Swann
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Explanation

Josh Alexander is the current Impact World Champion, having won the title at Rebellion in April 2022.

Multiple choice

Who is the current ROH World Champion?

  1. Jonathan Gresham

  2. Jay Lethal

  3. Matt Taven

  4. Dalton Castle
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Explanation

Jonathan Gresham is the current ROH World Champion, having won the title at Final Battle in December 2021.

Multiple choice

Who is the current AAA Mega Champion?

  1. El Hijo del Vikingo

  2. Pentagon Jr.

  3. Rey Fenix

  4. Kenny Omega
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Explanation

El Hijo del Vikingo is the current AAA Mega Champion, having won the title at TripleMania XXX in October 2021.

Multiple choice

Who is the current NJPW World Heavyweight Champion?

  1. Kazuchika Okada

  2. Tetsuya Naito

  3. Jay White

  4. Kota Ibushi
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Explanation

Kazuchika Okada is the current NJPW World Heavyweight Champion, having won the title at Wrestle Kingdom 17 in January 2023.

Multiple choice

In the movie Her, what is the name of the song that Theodore sings to Samantha?

  1. The Moon Song

  2. The Starry Night

  3. The Sun Song

  4. The Cloud Song
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Explanation

In the movie Her, Theodore sings the song The Moon Song to Samantha.

Multiple choice

Which dance performance by Michael Jackson is widely regarded as one of the most iconic in television history?

  1. Thriller

  2. Smooth Criminal

  3. Billie Jean

  4. Beat It
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Michael Jackson's performance of 'Thriller' during the 1983 Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever television special is considered one of the most iconic dance performances in history.

Multiple choice

What dance performance by Justin Timberlake is remembered for its innovative use of projection mapping technology?

  1. Cry Me a River

  2. SexyBack

  3. What Goes Around... Comes Around

  4. Mirrors
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Explanation

Justin Timberlake's performance of 'Mirrors' at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards is remembered for its innovative use of projection mapping technology.