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The Michael Jackson Worldwide Communitys Biggest Mj Fan! - Quiz

Are you MJ's biggest fan and believe to know all about HIM and his MUSIC CAREER?
Well, you are at the right place and at the right time.
We challenge you to take our quiz and to test your MJ knowledge!
How much do you really know about the life and career of the King of POP?
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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What is MJ's full name?

    • A.

      Michael Joesef Jackson

    • B.

      Micheal Joseph Jakson

    • C.

      Michael Joseph Jackson

    • D.

      Michel Joseph Jackson

    Correct Answer
    C. Michael JosepH Jackson
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Michael Joseph Jackson. This is the correct answer because it matches the commonly known full name of the famous musician and entertainer MJ.

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  • 2. 

    What's Michael's date of birth?

    • A.

      August 26, 1958

    • B.

      August 27, 1958

    • C.

      August 28, 1958

    • D.

      August 29, 1958

    Correct Answer
    D. August 29, 1958
  • 3. 

    When did Michael begin his solo career?

    • A.

      1969

    • B.

      1971

    • C.

      1973

    • D.

      1975

    • E.

      The correct year is not one of the above.

    Correct Answer
    B. 1971
    Explanation
    Michael began his solo career in 1971.

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  • 4. 

    Michael is the...

    • A.

      5th child of the Jackson Family

    • B.

      6th child of the Jackson Family

    • C.

      7th child of the Jackson Family

    • D.

      8th child of the Jackson Family

    Correct Answer
    C. 7th child of the Jackson Family
    Explanation
    Based on the given options, Michael is the 7th child of the Jackson Family. This can be inferred by counting the options and determining that the 7th child is the correct answer.

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  • 5. 

    The Jackson 5 recorded several songs, including "Big Boy", for the local record label. What was the name of that label? We are talking about the year 1967.

    • A.

      Stealtown

    • B.

      Steeltown

    • C.

      Mowtown Records

    • D.

      Motown Records

    • E.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    B. Steeltown
    Explanation
    In 1967, the Jackson 5 recorded several songs, including "Big Boy", for the local record label. The correct answer is Steeltown.

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  • 6. 

    The Jackson 5 signed with Motown Records in ...?

    • A.

      1965

    • B.

      1966

    • C.

      1967

    • D.

      1968

    Correct Answer
    D. 1968
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1968 because it is the only option that is later than the other years mentioned. Since the question is asking about when the Jackson 5 signed with Motown Records, it would make sense for them to have signed in a later year rather than an earlier one.

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  • 7. 

    The Jackson 5 left Motown in ...

    • A.

      1974

    • B.

      1975

    • C.

      1976

    • D.

      1977

    Correct Answer
    B. 1975
    Explanation
    The Jackson 5 left Motown in 1975. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.

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  • 8. 

    The Jackson 5 signed a new contract with ... in June 1975?

    • A.

      CBS Records

    • B.

      Steel Town

    • C.

      Motown Records

    • D.

      They did not sign a new record in 1975.

    • E.

      It was not in june, but in july.

    Correct Answer
    A. CBS Records
    Explanation
    The correct answer is CBS Records. The question asks about the new contract that the Jackson 5 signed in June 1975. Out of the given options, CBS Records is the only one that fits the criteria. The other options are either unrelated or incorrect.

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  • 9. 

    How many albums did the Jacksons release between 1976 and 1984?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      6

    • C.

      7

    • D.

      8

    • E.

      None, because they were called "The Jackson 5" and not "The Jacksons"

    Correct Answer
    E. None, because they were called "The Jackson 5" and not "The Jacksons"
    Explanation
    The correct answer is None, because they were called "The Jackson 5" and not "The Jacksons". The question asks how many albums the Jacksons released between 1976 and 1984, but during that time period, they were still known as the Jackson 5. Therefore, they did not release any albums under the name "The Jacksons" during that specific time frame.

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  • 10. 

    In 1978, Michael starred as .... (?) in the film musical The Wiz.

    • A.

      Scarycrow

    • B.

      Scarecrow

    • C.

      Scorecrow

    • D.

      It was in 1979.

    Correct Answer
    B. Scarecrow
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Scarecrow. The question states that in 1978, Michael starred as a character in the film musical The Wiz. The character's name is given as Scarycrow, Scarecrow, or Scorecrow. Based on common knowledge and the context of the question, it is known that the character in The Wiz is called the Scarecrow, not Scarycrow or Scorecrow. Therefore, the correct answer is Scarecrow.

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  • 11. 

    Michael broke his nose during a complex dance routine.In what year was this?

    • A.

      1979

    • B.

      1982

    • C.

      1983

    • D.

      1984

    Correct Answer
    A. 1979
    Explanation
    Based on the information given, Michael broke his nose during a complex dance routine. The question asks for the year in which this happened. The only year provided as an option is 1979, so that must be the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    What was the first album to generate four US top 10 hits

    • A.

      Thriller

    • B.

      Off The Wall

    • C.

      You are not alone

    • D.

      Beat it

    Correct Answer
    A. Thriller
    Explanation
    Thriller was the first album to generate four US top 10 hits. This means that it had four songs from the album that reached the top 10 on the US music charts. The other options listed (Off The Wall, You are not alone, Beat it) did not achieve this feat, making Thriller the correct answer.

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  • 13. 

    How many awards did Michael win at the American Music Awards in 1980 for his solo efforts?

    • A.

      2

    • B.

      3

    • C.

      4

    • D.

      5

    • E.

      None in 1980

    Correct Answer
    B. 3
    Explanation
    In 1980, Michael won a total of 3 awards at the American Music Awards for his solo efforts.

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  • 14. 

    In 1982, MJ contributed a song to the storybook for the film E.T.What was the name of that song?

    • A.

      "Sometimes at night"

    • B.

      "When the sun is shining..."

    • C.

      " Life on the other side"

    • D.

      "Someone In the Dark"

    Correct Answer
    D. "Someone In the Dark"
    Explanation
    MJ contributed a song to the storybook for the film E.T. The correct answer is "Someone In the Dark".

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  • 15. 

    Who called him (MJ) a "musical phenomenon", saying that "in the world of pop music, there is Michael Jackson and there is everybody else"

    • A.

      Time Magazine

    • B.

      The Washington Post

    • C.

      The New York Times

    • D.

      CNN

    Correct Answer
    C. The New York Times
    Explanation
    The New York Times called MJ a "musical phenomenon" and stated that in the world of pop music, there is Michael Jackson and there is everybody else.

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  • 16. 

    While filming a Pepsi Cola commercial at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Jackson suffered second degree burns to his scalp after pyrotechnics accidentally set his hair on fire.PepsiCo settled a lawsuit out of court. How much was the amount of the settlement?

    • A.

      $750 000

    • B.

      $500 000

    • C.

      $1 million

    • D.

      $1.5 million

    Correct Answer
    D. $1.5 million
    Explanation
    PepsiCo settled the lawsuit out of court for an amount of $1.5 million. This settlement was reached after Michael Jackson suffered second degree burns to his scalp during the filming of a Pepsi Cola commercial in Los Angeles. The burns were caused by pyrotechnics that accidentally set his hair on fire.

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  • 17. 

    Did Michael keep the amount of the PepsiCo settlement? Or did he give it away? To who or what?

    • A.

      He donated the money to a project in Africa.

    • B.

      He sponsored a young musician.

    • C.

      He donated the amount to the "Michael Jackson Burn Center"

    • D.

      He kept the amount for himself.

    Correct Answer
    C. He donated the amount to the "Michael Jackson Burn Center"
    Explanation
    Michael donated the amount of the PepsiCo settlement to the "Michael Jackson Burn Center".

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  • 18. 

    On May 14, 1984, Jackson was invited to the White House to receive an award presented by American President Ronald Reagan. Why did Michael receive an award?

    • A.

      The award was given for his album 'Thriller'. It was the first album to have seven Billboard Hot 100 top 10 singles

    • B.

      The award was given for Jackson's support of charities that helped people overcome alcohol and drug abuse.

    • C.

      The award was given for his distinctive musical sound and vocal style influence.

    • D.

      The award was given because Michael Jackson founded the "Heal the World Foundation"

    Correct Answer
    B. The award was given for Jackson's support of charities that helped people overcome alcohol and drug abuse.
    Explanation
    Michael Jackson received the award for his support of charities that helped people overcome alcohol and drug abuse. This recognition was likely due to his personal experiences and public advocacy for addiction recovery, as well as his contributions to organizations and initiatives aimed at helping individuals struggling with substance abuse.

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  • 19. 

    Jackson co-wrote the charity single "We are the world" with ...?

    • A.

      Paul McCartney

    • B.

      Madonna

    • C.

      Lionel Richie

    • D.

      Quincy Jones

    Correct Answer
    C. Lionel Richie
    Explanation
    Lionel Richie is the correct answer because he co-wrote the charity single "We are the world" with Michael Jackson. The song was written in 1985 and performed by the supergroup USA for Africa, which included various artists such as Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, and Bruce Springsteen. The song aimed to raise funds for famine relief in Africa and became a huge success, selling millions of copies worldwide.

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  • 20. 

    What was the most expensive film produced on a per-minute basis at the time?

    • A.

      Captain EO

    • B.

      Tomorrowland

    • C.

      Epcot

    • D.

      Michael Jackson: living the dream.

    Correct Answer
    A. Captain EO
    Explanation
    Captain EO was the most expensive film produced on a per-minute basis at the time. This means that for every minute of the film, it cost more money to produce compared to any other film.

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  • 21. 

    Which tour began on September 12, 1987, and finished on January 14, 1989?

    • A.

      The Victory World Tour

    • B.

      The Bad World Tour

    • C.

      History World Tour

    • D.

      Dangerous World Tour

    Correct Answer
    B. The Bad World Tour
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Bad World Tour." This tour began on September 12, 1987, and finished on January 14, 1989.

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  • 22. 

    Jackson broke a Guinness World Record when ....... (how many?) people attended seven sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium.

    • A.

      429 000

    • B.

      504 000

    • C.

      690 000

    • D.

      1 million

    Correct Answer
    B. 504 000
    Explanation
    Jackson broke a Guinness World Record when 504,000 people attended seven sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium. This means that the previous record for the highest attendance at Wembley Stadium was surpassed by Jackson's concerts.

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  • 23. 

    In 1988, Jackson released his first autobiography which took four years to complete.What was the title of this autobiography?

    • A.

      Moon Walk

    • B.

      Captain EO

    • C.

      Living the dream

    • D.

      never ending dream

    Correct Answer
    A. Moon Walk
    Explanation
    In 1988, Michael Jackson released his first autobiography titled "Moon Walk". It took him four years to complete this book, which provided insights into his life and career. The title "Moon Walk" is a reference to Jackson's iconic dance move, which he popularized during his performances.

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  • 24. 

    How big is the Neverland property?

    • A.

      1,900 acre

    • B.

      2,300 acre

    • C.

      2,700 acre

    • D.

      3,300 acre

    Correct Answer
    C. 2,700 acre
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2,700 acres. This means that the Neverland property covers an area of 2,700 acres of land.

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  • 25. 

    'Dangerous' was the ...th album.

    • A.

      6th

    • B.

      7th

    • C.

      8th

    • D.

      11th

    Correct Answer
    C. 8th
    Explanation
    The given question asks for the ordinal number of the album titled "Dangerous". The correct answer is "8th" because it is the eighth album in the series.

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  • 26. 

    "Remember the Time" spent ... (how many) weeks in the top five in the US

    • A.

      6

    • B.

      8

    • C.

      14

    • D.

      21

    Correct Answer
    B. 8
    Explanation
    "Remember the Time" spent 8 weeks in the top five in the US. This means that for a period of 8 weeks, the song was consistently ranked within the top five songs in the US. It achieved significant popularity and maintained a strong position on the charts for almost two months.

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  • 27. 

    Which charity organization brought underprivileged children to Jackson's ranch, to go on theme park rides that Jackson had built on the property after he purchased it?

    • A.

      Rescue the children Foundation

    • B.

      Heal The World Foundation

    • C.

      Neverland Foundation

    • D.

      Living the dream Foundation

    Correct Answer
    B. Heal The World Foundation
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Heal The World Foundation. This organization brought underprivileged children to Jackson's ranch to go on theme park rides that he had built on the property after purchasing it.

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  • 28. 

    "Gone too soon" is dedicated to...:

    • A.

      Ryan White, young victim of AIDS who Michael befriended prior to his death.

    • B.

      Ryan White, young victim of Lupus who Michael befriended prior to his death.

    • C.

      Ryan White, young victim of a rare bacterial infection who Michael befriended prior to his death.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ryan White, young victim of AIDS who Michael befriended prior to his death.
  • 29. 

    Jackson first spoke openly about his childhood abuse in a ...(?) interview with Oprah Winfrey.

    • A.

      1991

    • B.

      1993

    • C.

      1995

    • D.

      1997

    Correct Answer
    B. 1993
    Explanation
    In 1993, Jackson first spoke openly about his childhood abuse in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. This interview was a significant moment in Jackson's life as it marked the first time he publicly addressed the abuse he had experienced. It was a brave and vulnerable act for Jackson to share his story, and it brought attention to the issue of child abuse. The interview with Oprah Winfrey allowed Jackson to shed light on his traumatic past and start a conversation about the importance of protecting children from abuse.

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  • 30. 

    Michael Jackson was given the "..." at the 35th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles

    • A.

      Living Legend Award

    • B.

      Best Dance Performance Award

    • C.

      Best Vocal Performance Award

    • D.

      Bst R&B Singer Award

    Correct Answer
    A. Living Legend Award
    Explanation
    The given information states that Michael Jackson was given an award at the 35th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. The award he received is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but the correct answer is "Living Legend Award". This can be inferred based on the fact that Michael Jackson is widely regarded as a legendary figure in the music industry, and it is common for such iconic artists to be honored with awards that recognize their lasting impact and influence.

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  • 31. 

    Who was Michael's first wife and when did they meet for the first time?

    • A.

      Lisa Marie Presley / 1975

    • B.

      Lisa Marie Presley / 1979

    • C.

      Lisa Marie Presley / 1981

    • D.

      Lisa Marie Presley / 1985

    Correct Answer
    A. Lisa Marie Presley / 1975
  • 32. 

    How did Michael propose to Lisa Marie Presley?

    • A.

      In the Dominican Public

    • B.

      Over the phone

    • C.

      At the MGM Grand

    Correct Answer
    B. Over the pHone
    Explanation
    Michael Jackson proposed to Lisa Marie Presley over the phone.

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  • 33. 

    Which album has been certified for seven million shipments in the US?

    • A.

      Thriller

    • B.

      Bad

    • C.

      HIStory: Past, Present and Future

    • D.

      Scream

    Correct Answer
    C. HIStory: Past, Present and Future
    Explanation
    The album "HIStory: Past, Present and Future" has been certified for seven million shipments in the US.

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  • 34. 

    "..." was the second single released from HIStory; it holds the Guinness World Record for the first song ever to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

    • A.

      Scream

    • B.

      Earth Song

    • C.

      You are not alone

    • D.

      Black or White

    Correct Answer
    A. Scream
    Explanation
    "Scream" was the second single released from HIStory, and it holds the Guinness World Record for being the first song ever to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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  • 35. 

    During the Australian leg of the HIStory World Tour, Jackson married for the 2nd time.With who? (Debbie Row's real name?)

    • A.

      Deborah Marie Row

    • B.

      Deborah Jeanne Row

    • C.

      Deborah Billy Row

    • D.

      Deborah Katherine Row

    Correct Answer
    B. Deborah Jeanne Row
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Deborah Jeanne Row.

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  • 36. 

    What is the correct name of Paris, the daughter of Michael Jackson?

    • A.

      Paris Michael Katherine Jackson

    • B.

      Paris Michael Kathy Jackson

    • C.

      Paris Michael Jeanne Jackson

    • D.

      Paris Michael Joseph Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Paris Michael Katherine Jackson
    Explanation
    The correct name of Paris, the daughter of Michael Jackson, is Paris Michael Katherine Jackson.

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  • 37. 

    In what year did Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe divorce?

    • A.

      1998

    • B.

      1999

    • C.

      2000

    • D.

      2001

    Correct Answer
    B. 1999
    Explanation
    Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe divorced in 1999.

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  • 38. 

    In March 2009, Jackson announced at London's O2 Arena that he would perform again in major comeback concerts titled ".........."

    • A.

      This Is It

    • B.

      Forever, Michael

    • C.

      Music & Me

    • D.

      This Is Me

    Correct Answer
    A. This Is It
    Explanation
    In March 2009, Jackson announced at London's O2 Arena that he would perform again in major comeback concerts titled "This Is It".

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  • 39. 

    He was pronounced dead at ....... (what time)

    • A.

      12:22 p.m

    • B.

      1:13 p.m

    • C.

      2:26 p.m

    • D.

      2:28 p.m

    Correct Answer
    C. 2:26 p.m
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2:26 p.m. This is the time at which he was pronounced dead.

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