How Well Do You Know Aretha Franklin?

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Within her active years, Aretha had other occupations aside songwriting and singing. She had worked as an actress and an activist. Although she was used to singing pop, soul, gospel, and even dance music, she still retained time to spend doing other things. Aretha was also a mother of four children. Test your knowledge of the queen of soul with this trivia.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What is the name of Aretha's first record label? 

    • A.

      Columbia Records

    • B.

      J.V.B. Records 

    • C.

      Atlantic Records

    • D.

      R.C.A. Records  

    Correct Answer
    B. J.V.B. Records 
    Explanation
    Aretha's first record label was J.V.B. Records.

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  • 2. 

    What is Aretha's birth month?

    • A.

      January

    • B.

      February

    • C.

      March

    • D.

      April

    Correct Answer
    C. March
  • 3. 

    Where was Aretha born?

    • A.

      Memphis

    • B.

      Nashville

    • C.

      Franklin

    • D.

      Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. MempHis
    Explanation
    Aretha was born in Memphis.

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  • 4. 

    How old was Aretha when she signed her first record deal?

    • A.

      10

    • B.

      11

    • C.

      12

    • D.

      14

    Correct Answer
    C. 12
    Explanation
    Aretha signed her first record deal at the age of 12.

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  • 5. 

    What year did Aretha win her first Grammy?

    • A.

      1956

    • B.

      1963

    • C.

      1968

    • D.

      1978

    Correct Answer
    C. 1968
    Explanation
    Aretha won her first Grammy in 1968.

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  • 6. 

    What year did Aretha get the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

    • A.

      1998

    • B.

      2002

    • C.

      2005

    • D.

      2008

    Correct Answer
    C. 2005
    Explanation
    Aretha received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005.

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  • 7. 

    Who was Aretha's first husband?

    • A.

      James Cleveland

    • B.

      Clarence LaVaughn

    • C.

      Ted White 

    • D.

      Glynn Turman

    Correct Answer
    C. Ted White 
    Explanation
    Aretha Franklin's first husband was Ted White.

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  • 8. 

    How many times did Aretha's singles peak at number one on the R&B chat?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      10

    • C.

      15

    • D.

      20

    Correct Answer
    D. 20
    Explanation
    Aretha's singles peaked at number one on the R&B chart a total of 20 times. This means that 20 of her singles reached the top position on the R&B chart, indicating their popularity and success within that genre.

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  • 9. 

    Which year was Aretha inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame? 

    • A.

      1985

    • B.

      1987

    • C.

      1989

    • D.

      1991

    Correct Answer
    B. 1987
    Explanation
    Aretha Franklin was inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame in 1987. This means that she was recognized for her contributions to the music industry and her impact on rock and roll during that year.

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  • 10. 

    Which single is described as Aretha's signature music?

    • A.

      Respect

    • B.

      Day Dreaming

    • C.

      Spanish Harlem

    • D.

      Freeway of Love

    Correct Answer
    A. Respect
    Explanation
    "Respect" is described as Aretha's signature music because it became one of her most iconic and successful songs. Released in 1967, it quickly became a feminist and civil rights anthem, showcasing Aretha's powerful vocals and her ability to infuse soul and gospel elements into her music. The song's message of demanding respect resonated with audiences and solidified Aretha Franklin's status as the Queen of Soul.

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