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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

Which Esperanto song was written by L. L. Zamenhof and is considered the first Esperanto song?

  1. La Espero

  2. Mia Hejmo

  3. La Kancerkliniko

  4. La Espero
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A,D Correct answer
Explanation

La Espero is the anthem of Esperanto and has been sung at Esperanto gatherings since its creation in 1891.

Multiple choice

Which Esperanto song was written by William Auld and is considered one of the most popular Esperanto songs?

  1. La Espero

  2. Mia Hejmo

  3. La Kancerkliniko

  4. The Internationale
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Explanation

The Internationale is a socialist anthem that was written by William Auld in 1933. It has been translated into over 100 languages, including Esperanto.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Esperanto music group that was founded in 1978 and is known for its satirical songs?

  1. La Kanta Rondo

  2. La Espero

  3. La Kancerkliniko

  4. Amplifiki
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Explanation

Amplifiki is an Esperanto music group that was founded in 1978 and is known for its satirical songs.

Multiple choice

Which Esperanto song was written by Claude Piron and is considered one of the most famous Esperanto songs?

  1. La Espero

  2. Mia Hejmo

  3. La Kancerkliniko

  4. Kiu Estas Li?
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Explanation

Kiu Estas Li? is a song about a person who is searching for the meaning of life.

Multiple choice

Which Esperanto song was written by L. L. Zamenhof and is considered the first Esperanto song?

  1. La Espero

  2. Mia Hejmo

  3. La Kancerkliniko

  4. La Espero
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A,D Correct answer
Explanation

La Espero is the anthem of Esperanto and has been sung at Esperanto gatherings since its creation in 1891.

Multiple choice

Which song holds the record for the most weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart?

  1. "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X

  2. "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee

  3. "Shape of You" by Ed Sheeran

  4. "One Sweet Day" by Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men
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A Correct answer
Explanation

"Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X spent 19 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the most of any song in history.

Multiple choice

Which song won the Billboard Music Award for Top Hot 100 Song in 2021?

  1. "Blinding Lights" by The Weeknd

  2. "Savage" by Megan Thee Stallion

  3. "Watermelon Sugar" by Harry Styles

  4. "WAP" by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion
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A Correct answer
Explanation

"Blinding Lights" by The Weeknd won the Billboard Music Award for Top Hot 100 Song in 2021.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the song "Let It Go", performed by Idina Menzel?

  1. Frozen

  2. Tangled

  3. Moana

  4. Brave
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Explanation

"Let It Go" is the signature song from the animated film "Frozen".

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the song "Can You Feel the Love Tonight", performed by Elton John?

  1. The Lion King

  2. Aladdin

  3. Beauty and the Beast

  4. The Little Mermaid
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Explanation

"Can You Feel the Love Tonight" is a popular song from the animated film "The Lion King".

Multiple choice

Which iconic scene in 'Lost in Translation' takes place in a karaoke bar?

  1. Singing 'More Than This'

  2. Dancing to 'Brass in Pocket'

  3. Performing 'I Will Survive'

  4. Lip-syncing to 'All My Life'
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Explanation

The iconic karaoke scene in 'Lost in Translation' features Bob Harris and Charlotte singing the song 'More Than This' by Roxy Music.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the song that plays during the end credits of 'Lost in Translation'?

  1. Just Like Honey

  2. City Girl

  3. Somewhere Only We Know

  4. The More You Ignore Me, the Closer I Get
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Explanation

The song that plays during the end credits of 'Lost in Translation' is 'Just Like Honey' by Jesus and Mary Chain.

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs was released by Joytime Collective in 2018?

  1. Happier

  2. Here with Me

  3. Rescue Me

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Happier, Here with Me, and Rescue Me were all released by Joytime Collective in 2018.

Multiple choice

What is the most famous Tango song?

  1. La Cumparsita

  2. El Choclo

  3. Adios Nonino

  4. Por una Cabeza
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Explanation

La Cumparsita is considered the most famous Tango song and is often referred to as the "Tango Anthem".

Multiple choice

What was the first music video to be broadcast on MTV?

  1. Video Killed the Radio Star

  2. Billie Jean

  3. Thriller

  4. Like a Prayer
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Explanation

Video Killed the Radio Star was the first music video to be broadcast on MTV. It was aired on August 1, 1981.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the iconic surf rock song by the Beach Boys?

  1. Surfin' U.S.A.

  2. Wipe Out

  3. Pipeline
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Explanation

Released in 1963, "Surfin' U.S.A." became a major hit and is considered one of the defining songs of surf rock.