How Well Do You Know Eurovision's Big 5? The Grandi Cinque's Karma Quiz

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1. What's the deal of being a Big 5?

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Being a Big 5 refers to the five countries (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) that automatically qualify for the final of the Eurovision Song Contest. This means that these countries do not have to compete in the semi-finals and are guaranteed a spot in the final. Therefore, the correct answer "Going directly to the final" explains the privilege that the Big 5 countries have in the Eurovision Song Contest.

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2. Who's the favorite to win this year?

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Italy is the favorite to win this year because it is the only option provided in the given list.

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3. Why is the Big 5, the Big 5?

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The Big 5 refers to the five countries (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) that are automatically qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final every year. This special status is granted because these countries are the biggest financial contributors to the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which organizes the competition. Their higher financial contributions allow them to bypass the semi-finals and directly compete in the final, ensuring their participation every year.

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4. What does "The Land of Fire" stand for?

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"The Land of Fire" is a nickname given to Azerbaijan. This nickname is derived from the country's rich history of oil and natural gas reserves, as well as the presence of eternal flames in the country's natural gas fields. Azerbaijan is known for its fiery energy resources and has been referred to as "The Land of Fire" for centuries.

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5. How many wins does the Big 5 have in total since they became the Big 5?

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The correct answer is 1 because the question is asking for the total number of wins that the Big 5 has had since they became the Big 5. The other options (8, 6, and 4) are not relevant to the question and do not provide the total number of wins.

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6. Why does Jamie-Lee Kriewitz dress like that?

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The correct answer is "She likes K-pop". This suggests that Jamie-Lee Kriewitz dresses in a certain way because she has an interest in K-pop, a genre of popular music originating from South Korea. This implies that her fashion choices may be influenced by the style and fashion trends associated with K-pop culture.

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7. What happened to Loreen this year?

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Loreen didn't make it to the final because she was eliminated at the Second Chance round.

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8. What was the UK's last winning song?

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"Love Shine A Light" is the correct answer because it was the UK's last winning song in the Eurovision Song Contest. The song was performed by Katrina and the Waves and won the contest in 1997. It is a well-known and popular song that gained international recognition and remains a memorable moment in the UK's Eurovision history.

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9. Which whiny country withdrew from the competition because of the unfair jury vote, whereas Italy actually lost the 1st place because of it and still participates?

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Turkey is the correct answer because it withdrew from the competition due to the unfair jury vote, showing dissatisfaction with the outcome. On the other hand, Italy lost the first place due to the same unfair jury vote but still chose to participate, indicating their commitment to the competition despite the unfairness.

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10. Who managed the last top 10 success for the Big 5 and when?

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France managed the last top 10 success for the Big 5 in 2016.

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11. What separates Edurne and Madonna?

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The correct answer is ability to stand up after a piece of clothing being pulled away. This suggests that Edurne and Madonna are able to maintain their composure and continue performing even when faced with unexpected wardrobe malfunctions. This skill demonstrates their professionalism and ability to handle unexpected situations on stage.

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12. When did the Big 5 phenomenon start?

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The Big 5 phenomenon started in 2000. This suggests that before the year 2000, the Big 5 did not exist.

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13. What happened the last time Loreen was eliminated at the Second Chance round?

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14. How many times Sweden failed to qualify to the finals?

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Sweden has only failed to qualify for the finals once, and that was with Anna Bergendahl.

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15. What result did Patricia Kaas get in Eurovision?

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Patricia Kaas received the 8th place in the Eurovision contest.

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16. How come Javine and that catchy song didn't win?

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The explanation for the correct answer "All of the above" is that Javine and her catchy song didn't win because she wasn't representing Turkey, Greece, or any other country apart from the UK. The question implies that Javine and her song were not the winning entry in a competition, and the answer suggests that the reason for this is because she was not representing any of the mentioned countries, but instead representing the UK.

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17. Which contest was Ruth Lorenzo in before Eurovision?

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Ruth Lorenzo was in The X Factor UK before Eurovision.

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18. What happened to Elodie Gossuin, the French spokesperson when she was presenting the French vote in 2016?

Explanation

Elodie Gossuin, the French spokesperson, made a mistake or failed in some way while presenting the French entry in 2016.

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19. How many times has the Big 5, got the Big 0 (nul points)?

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The correct answer is 2. This suggests that the Big 5, which refers to the five largest financial contributors to the Eurovision Song Contest (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom), have received the lowest possible score of zero points on two occasions. This implies that despite their financial contributions, their performances or songs have failed to resonate with the voting audience or the jury.

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20. Where did OGAE expect Molly, 2014's eventual 17th placer, to end up?

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OGAE expected Molly, the 2014 contestant, to end up in the top 5.

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21. Which one of the Blue members had trouble hitting a high note during the performance and made no effort to hide his disappointed facial expression?

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Lee is the correct answer because the question asks for the Blue member who had trouble hitting a high note and showed disappointment on his face. Since Lee is the only Blue member mentioned in the options, he must be the one who fits this description.

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What's the deal of being a Big 5?
Who's the favorite to win this year?
Why is the Big 5, the Big 5?
What does "The Land of Fire" stand for?
How many wins does the Big 5 have in total since they became the Big...
Why does Jamie-Lee Kriewitz dress like that?
What happened to Loreen this year?
What was the UK's last winning song?
Which whiny country withdrew from the competition because of the...
Who managed the last top 10 success for the Big 5 and when?
What separates Edurne and Madonna?
When did the Big 5 phenomenon start?
What happened the last time Loreen was eliminated at the Second Chance...
How many times Sweden failed to qualify to the finals?
What result did Patricia Kaas get in Eurovision?
How come Javine and that catchy song didn't win?
Which contest was Ruth Lorenzo in before Eurovision?
What happened to Elodie Gossuin, the French spokesperson when she was...
How many times has the Big 5, got the Big 0 (nul points)?
Where did OGAE expect Molly, 2014's eventual 17th placer, to end up?
Which one of the Blue members had trouble hitting a high note during...
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