How Well Do You Know Ben E King Singer?
Ben E King Singer is an American soul, R&B and record producer,he was known to be the best singer and co-composer of stand by me a top 10 US hit both in 1961 and 1986 when it was used as a theme to a film titled by it name, he was born in 1938. Take a quiz and see what you know about Benjamin E. Nelson.
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Where was Ben E. King born?
- A.
Moscow, Russia
- B.
Los Angeles, US
- C.
Henderson, North California
- D.
Taxes, US
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C. Henderson, North CaliforniaExplanation
Ben E. King was born in Henderson, North California.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is Ben full name?
- A.
Benjamin Earl King
- B.
Benjamin Earl Nelson
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Ben Earl Nelson
- D.
Ben Earl King
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B. Benjamin Earl NelsonExplanation
The correct answer is Benjamin Earl Nelson. This can be inferred from the given options where the full name "Benjamin Earl Nelson" matches with the answer provided.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How old was Ben when he moved to Herlem in New York?
- A.
9
- B.
15
- C.
20
- D.
18
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A. 9Explanation
Ben was 9 years old when he moved to Harlem in New York.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where did King Ben started his singing career?
- A.
Studio
- B.
House
- C.
Street
- D.
Church
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D. ChurchExplanation
King Ben started his singing career in the church. This suggests that he may have initially gained experience and exposure by singing in a church choir or performing at church events. Many singers, especially those with a gospel or soul background, begin their musical journey in a church setting where they can develop their skills and showcase their talent to a supportive audience.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was king born?
- A.
20 October 1938
- B.
24 September 1938
- C.
25 August 1938
- D.
23 November 1938
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B. 24 September 1938 -
- 6.
In 1987 at UK King Ben song hit which number?
- A.
1
- B.
25
- C.
10
- D.
6
Correct Answer
A. 1Explanation
The question is asking for the number at which King Ben's song hit in the UK in 1987. The correct answer is 1, indicating that the song reached the number one spot on the charts in the UK in 1987.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How many records did Ben have with Drifters?
- A.
18
- B.
30
- C.
25
- D.
13
Correct Answer
D. 13Explanation
The answer is 13 because it is the only option that matches the number of records Ben had with Drifters.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When was the single titled "sometime I wonder" recorded?
- A.
June 17, 1960
- B.
March 16, 1960
- C.
May 19, 1960
- D.
April 18, 1969
Correct Answer
A. June 17, 1960Explanation
The single titled "sometime I wonder" was recorded on June 17, 1960.Rate this question:
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In 1959 to 1986 King Ben earn ................. and .............?
- A.
16 top 10 hits and 30 top 40 hits
- B.
6 top 10 hits and 18 top 40 hits
- C.
9 top 10 hits and 20 top 40 hits
- D.
12 top 10 hits and 26 top 40 hits
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D. 12 top 10 hits and 26 top 40 hitsExplanation
From 1959 to 1986, King Ben earned 12 top 10 hits and 26 top 40 hits. This means that during this time period, he had 12 songs that reached the top 10 on the charts and 26 songs that reached the top 40. This shows that King Ben had a successful career during this time, with a good number of his songs reaching high positions on the charts.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When did Benjamin E. King died?
- A.
July 1 2015
- B.
May 1 2015
- C.
March 1 2015
- D.
September 1 2015
Correct Answer
B. May 1 2015 -
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