Rum Sodomy And The Lash Album Quiz

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    In what month in 1985 did this album was released? 

    • January
    • December
    • May
    • August
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Rum, Sodomy & the Lash is the se cond studio album by the London-based fol k punk band The Pogues. Do you think you know more about this album? Find out and take this quiz.

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  • 2. 

    The album reached in what spot in the UK charts?

    • 15

    • 12

    • 13

    • 11

    Correct Answer
    A. 13
    Explanation
    The album reached the 13th spot in the UK charts.

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  • 3. 

    The album was taken from a quotation attributed to one of UK's Prime Minister. What was his name?

    • David Cameron

    • Winston Churchill

    • Tony Blair

    • Gordon Brown

    Correct Answer
    A. Winston Churchill
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Winston Churchill. Winston Churchill was a former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom known for his leadership during World War II. He was known for his powerful speeches and quotes, one of which may have been the inspiration for the album mentioned in the question.

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  • 4. 

    Who suggested the album title, stating that it sum up their life as a band?

    • Peter Mennim

    • Théodore Géricault

    • Melody Maker

    • Andrew Ranken

    Correct Answer
    A. Andrew Ranken
    Explanation
    Andrew Ranken suggested the album title, stating that it summed up their life as a band.

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  • 5. 

    What was the album's record company label in US and Canada?

    • Stiff

    • Elektra

    • MCA

    • Island

    Correct Answer
    A. MCA
    Explanation
    The correct answer is MCA. MCA was a major record company in the US and Canada during the time this album was released. They had a strong presence in the music industry and were known for signing and promoting various artists. Therefore, it is likely that this album was released under the MCA record label in both countries.

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  • 6. 

    What is the album's genre?

    • Celtic and folk punk

    • Country and folk punk

    • Blues and Jazz punk

    • Alternative punk rock

    Correct Answer
    A. Celtic and folk punk
    Explanation
    The album's genre is Celtic and folk punk because it combines elements of Celtic music and punk rock, creating a unique fusion of traditional folk sounds with the energy and aggression of punk. This genre is characterized by fast-paced, energetic instrumentation, often featuring traditional folk instruments such as fiddles, bagpipes, and tin whistles, alongside the raw, rebellious attitude of punk music.

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  • 7. 

    In what place did this album was recorded?

    • London

    • California

    • Wales

    • Cambodia

    Correct Answer
    A. London
    Explanation
    The album was recorded in London.

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  • 8. 

    What single from the album went to reach 72 in the UK chart?

    • The Raft of the Medusa

    • The Old Main Drag

    • A Pair of Brown Eyes

    • The Wild Cats of Kilkenny

    Correct Answer
    A. A Pair of Brown Eyes
    Explanation
    "A Pair of Brown Eyes" is the correct answer because it reached number 72 in the UK chart. This suggests that the single was moderately successful in terms of chart performance in the UK.

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