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Pretenders is a debut album by the English-American band Pretenders. The mixture of different music styles made the album extraordinary and brought a success to the band. Do you prefer such combination of styles?

Questions and Answers

1.

Who produced the Pretender's first single?
- A.
  
  Chris Thomas
- B.
  
  Nick Lowe
- C.
  
  Steve Hoffman
- D.
  
  Chrissie Hynde
Correct Answer
B. Nick Lowe

Explanation
Nick Lowe is the correct answer because he produced the Pretender's first single. Producing refers to the process of overseeing and guiding the recording and production of a musical work. In this case, Nick Lowe was responsible for producing the Pretender's debut single, indicating his involvement in shaping the sound and overall production of the song.

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2.

When was the album released?
- A.
  
  7 January 1980
- B.
  
  7 February 1980
- C.
  
  7 March 1980
- D.
  
  7 April 1980
Correct Answer
A. 7 January 1980

Explanation
The album was released on 7 January 1980.

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3.

How many tracks are included into the album?
- A.
  
  14
- B.
  
  10
- C.
  
  12
- D.
  
  8
Correct Answer
C. 12

Explanation
The album includes 12 tracks.

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4.

In which year was the album recorded?
- A.
  
  1981
- B.
  
  1978
- C.
  
  1980
- D.
  
  1979
Correct Answer
D. 1979

Explanation
The correct answer is 1979. This is the only option that matches the question asking for the year the album was recorded.

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5.

In which year was the album remastered and re-released?
- A.
  
  2007
- B.
  
  2005
- C.
  
  2006
- D.
  
  2004
Correct Answer
C. 2006

Explanation
The album was remastered and re-released in 2006.

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6.

In which year was the album reissured?
- A.
  
  2009
- B.
  
  2010
- C.
  
  2011
- D.
  
  2012
Correct Answer
A. 2009

Explanation
The album was reissued in 2009.

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7.

Who produced the album except the song "Stop Your Sobbing"?
- A.
  
  Nick Lowe
- B.
  
  Chrissie Hynde
- C.
  
  Chris Thomas
- D.
  
  Martin Chambers
Correct Answer
C. Chris Thomas

Explanation
Chris Thomas is the correct answer because he is the producer of the album, responsible for overseeing its production and recording. The question specifically asks for the producer of the album, excluding the song "Stop Your Sobbing." Therefore, Nick Lowe, Chrissie Hynde, and Martin Chambers, who are all associated with the song, can be eliminated as options. Chris Thomas is the only remaining choice and fits the criteria of being the producer of the album.

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8.

How many songs from the album were released as singles?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
A. 3

Explanation
The correct answer is 3. This means that out of all the songs in the album, 3 of them were released as singles.

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