The Incredibly Kind of Hard Green Day Quiz!

1. In the song "21st Century Breakdown", Billie was raised by the bastards of what year?

1939

1973

1972

1969

2001: A Space Odyssey

The correct answer is 1969. In the song "21st Century Breakdown" by Green Day, the lyrics mention that Billie was raised by the bastards of 1969. This implies that the events and culture of that year had a significant impact on his upbringing and worldview.

Explanation

The correct answer is 1969. In the song "21st Century Breakdown" by Green Day, the lyrics mention that Billie was raised by the bastards of 1969. This implies that the events and culture of that year had a significant impact on his upbringing and worldview.

2. Who was 2,000 Lightyears Away about?

Addrienne Armstrong

A girl he met at the library

A girl he dated in high school

A girl he met

Someone that lived far away from him

The song "2,000 Lightyears Away" is about Addrienne Armstrong, who is the wife of the lead singer of Green Day, Billie Joe Armstrong. The song reflects on their long-distance relationship when they were young and Billie Joe was on tour. The lyrics describe the distance between them, symbolized by the 2,000 lightyears, and the longing and love they have for each other despite the physical separation.

Explanation

The song "2,000 Lightyears Away" is about Addrienne Armstrong, who is the wife of the lead singer of Green Day, Billie Joe Armstrong. The song reflects on their long-distance relationship when they were young and Billie Joe was on tour. The lyrics describe the distance between them, symbolized by the 2,000 lightyears, and the longing and love they have for each other despite the physical separation.

3. What name was on Billie Joe's shirt in "Redundant"?

Chuck

Jack

Billie

Armstrong

Deacon

In the music video for "Redundant" by Billie Joe Armstrong, the name on his shirt is Chuck.

Explanation

In the music video for "Redundant" by Billie Joe Armstrong, the name on his shirt is Chuck.

4. According to a recent interview with Stephen Colbert, what turned Tre off about Jesus?

The beard

The sandals

Too many tatoos

He was Jewish

The robe

In the recent interview with Stephen Colbert, Tre mentioned that what turned him off about Jesus was the sandals. This suggests that Tre did not like Jesus wearing sandals, possibly due to personal preference or a dislike for the style.

Explanation

In the recent interview with Stephen Colbert, Tre mentioned that what turned him off about Jesus was the sandals. This suggests that Tre did not like Jesus wearing sandals, possibly due to personal preference or a dislike for the style.

5. How many times has Green Day or a member of Green Day graced the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine?

12

200

4

1

2

Green Day or a member of Green Day has graced the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine four times.

Explanation

Green Day or a member of Green Day has graced the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine four times.

6. What street sign was in the video for "Minority"?

Broadway, 600

Main Street, 230

Mino Rd.

Rodeo Dr.

South Street, 342

In the video for "Minority," the street sign shown is Broadway, 600.

Explanation

In the video for "Minority," the street sign shown is Broadway, 600.

7. How many pins does Billie Joe generally have on his now usual guitar strap?

1-3

5-7

3-5

6-9

13-15

Billie Joe generally has 3-5 pins on his now usual guitar strap.

Explanation

Billie Joe generally has 3-5 pins on his now usual guitar strap.

8. What Weezer song references Green Day?

The World Has Turned and Left Me Here

El Scorcho

Peace

Hash Pipe

Keep Fishin'

"El Scorcho" is a Weezer song that references Green Day. The song's lyrics mention Green Day's album "Dookie" and the line "I asked you to go to the Green Day concert." This reference indicates that the song is about a personal experience or memory related to attending a Green Day concert.

Explanation

"El Scorcho" is a Weezer song that references Green Day. The song's lyrics mention Green Day's album "Dookie" and the line "I asked you to go to the Green Day concert." This reference indicates that the song is about a personal experience or memory related to attending a Green Day concert.

9. Who is Billie Joe's choice for Gloria if 21st Century Breakdown was ever turned into a film

Adrienne

Lizzy Caplan

Kristen Stewart

Ellen Page

Natalie Portman

Billie Joe's choice for Gloria in a film adaptation of 21st Century Breakdown is Ellen Page.

Explanation

Billie Joe's choice for Gloria in a film adaptation of 21st Century Breakdown is Ellen Page.

10. What Green Day song did Jimmy Neutron's band cover?

American Idiot

Holiday

Warning

St. Jimmy

Minority

Jimmy Neutron's band covered the Green Day song "Warning."

Explanation

Jimmy Neutron's band covered the Green Day song "Warning."

11. What is the 10th song on Billie Joe's wrist in the music video for "Nice Guys Finish Last"?

She

Nice Guys Finish Last

Platypus

Knowledge

Brain Stew

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Explanation

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12. What street was Billie Joe walking down when all of the cars crashed in the music video for "Walking Contradiction"?

7th Street

Center

St. James

Centre St.

Pritchard Ave.

In the music video for "Walking Contradiction," Billie Joe was walking down Centre St. when all of the cars crashed.

Explanation

In the music video for "Walking Contradiction," Billie Joe was walking down Centre St. when all of the cars crashed.

13. In the film "High Fidelity", what band did Green Day seem to sound alot like?

The Ramones

The Descendants

The Ramones

New York Dolls

Stiff Little Fingers

In the film "High Fidelity", Green Day seemed to sound a lot like Stiff Little Fingers. This suggests that the music of Green Day in the film had similarities in style, sound, or influence with Stiff Little Fingers.

Explanation

In the film "High Fidelity", Green Day seemed to sound a lot like Stiff Little Fingers. This suggests that the music of Green Day in the film had similarities in style, sound, or influence with Stiff Little Fingers.

The Incredibly Kind Of Hard Green Day Quiz!