How Well Do You Know Ben E King Singer?

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    When did Benjamin E. King died?

    • July 1 2015
    • May 1 2015
    • March 1 2015
    • September 1 2015
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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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  • 2. 
    Where was Ben E. King born? - ProProfs

    Where was Ben E. King born?

    • Moscow, Russia

    • Los Angeles, US

    • Henderson, North California

    • Taxes, US

    Correct Answer
    A. Henderson, North California
    Explanation
    Ben E. King was born in Henderson, North California.

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  • 3. 
    Where did King Ben started his singing career? - ProProfs

    Where did King Ben started his singing career?

    • Studio

    • House

    • Street

    • Church

    Correct Answer
    A. Church
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 4. 
    How many records did Ben have with Drifters? - ProProfs

    How many records did Ben have with Drifters?

    • 18

    • 30

    • 25

    • 13

    Correct Answer
    A. 13
    Explanation
    The answer is 13 because it is the only option that matches the number of records Ben had with Drifters.

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  • 5. 
    How old was Ben when he moved to Herlem in New York? - ProProfs

    How old was Ben when he moved to Herlem in New York?

    • 9

    • 15

    • 20

    • 18

    Correct Answer
    A. 9
    Explanation
    Ben was 9 years old when he moved to Harlem in New York.

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  • 6. 
    When was king born? - ProProfs

    When was king born?

    • 20 October 1938

    • 24 September 1938

    • 25 August 1938

    • 23 November 1938

    Correct Answer
    A. 24 September 1938
  • 7. 
    When was the single titled "sometime I wonder" recorded? - ProProfs

    When was the single titled "sometime I wonder" recorded?

    • June 17, 1960

    • March 16, 1960

    • May 19, 1960

    • April 18, 1969

    Correct Answer
    A. June 17, 1960
    Explanation
    The single titled "sometime I wonder" was recorded on June 17, 1960.

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  • 8. 
    What is Ben full name? - ProProfs

    What is Ben full name?

    • Benjamin Earl King

    • Benjamin Earl Nelson

    • Ben Earl Nelson

    • Ben Earl King

    Correct Answer
    A. Benjamin Earl Nelson
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 9. 
    In 1987 at UK King Ben song hit which number? - ProProfs

    In 1987 at UK King Ben song hit which number?

    • 1

    • 25

    • 10

    • 6

    Correct Answer
    A. 1
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 10. 
    In 1959 to 1986 King Ben earn ................. and .............? - ProProfs

    In 1959 to 1986 King Ben earn ................. and .............?

    • 16 top 10 hits and 30 top 40 hits

    • 6 top 10 hits and 18 top 40 hits

    • 9 top 10 hits and 20 top 40 hits

    • 12 top 10 hits and 26 top 40 hits

    Correct Answer
    A. 12 top 10 hits and 26 top 40 hits
    Explanation
    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.

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