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Blue Oyster Cult Quizzes & Trivia

My quiz is about Blue Oyster Cult, simple questions about the new songs and the old songs, also about there artists.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    In which Eastern U.S. state did Blue Oyster Cult originate?

    • A.

      Pennsylvania

    • B.

      Maine

    • C.

      New York

    • D.

      North Carolina

    Correct Answer
    C. New York
    Explanation
    Blue Oyster Cult originated in New York.

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  • 2. 

    Which musical group covered Blue Oyster Cult's "Astronomy" in 1998?

    • A.

      Def Leppard

    • B.

      KISS

    • C.

      Metallica

    • D.

      Van Halen

    Correct Answer
    C. Metallica
    Explanation
    In 1998, Metallica covered Blue Oyster Cult's "Astronomy."

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  • 3. 

    What other name does Blue Oyster Cult go by?

    • A.

      Hot Rails To Hell

    • B.

      Godzilla

    • C.

      Soft White Underbelly

    • D.

      Tyranny And Mutation

    Correct Answer
    C. Soft White Underbelly
    Explanation
    Blue Oyster Cult is also known as Soft White Underbelly.

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  • 4. 

    What is the name of Blue Oyster Cult's 1980 LP release?

    • A.

      Mirrors

    • B.

      Cultosaurus Erectus

    • C.

      Spectres

    • D.

      Fire Of Unknown Origin

    Correct Answer
    B. Cultosaurus Erectus
    Explanation
    Cultosaurus Erectus is the correct answer because it is the name of Blue Oyster Cult's 1980 LP release. Mirrors, Spectres, and Fire Of Unknown Origin are not the correct answers as they are not the titles of Blue Oyster Cult's 1980 LP release.

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  • 5. 

    Which Blue Oyster Cult album released in 1981 had their Top 40 hit "Burnin' For You"?

    • A.

      Fire Of Unknown Origin

    • B.

      Imaginos

    • C.

      The Revolution

    • D.

      Agents Of Fortune

    Correct Answer
    A. Fire Of Unknown Origin
    Explanation
    "Fire Of Unknown Origin" is the correct answer because it is the only album listed that was released in 1981 and contains the hit song "Burnin' For You". The other albums listed, "Imaginos", "The Revolution", and "Agents Of Fortune", were not released in 1981 and do not include the mentioned song.

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  • 6. 

    On what 1977 Blue Oyster Cult album did the song "Godzilla" appear for the first time?

    • A.

      Mirrors

    • B.

      Agents Of Fortune

    • C.

      Spectres

    • D.

      Secret Treaties

    Correct Answer
    C. Spectres
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Spectres. "Godzilla" first appeared on the 1977 Blue Oyster Cult album called Spectres.

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  • 7. 

    Who co-wrote Blue Oyster Cult's "Career of Evil" with Albert Bouchard?

    • A.

      Bob Dylan

    • B.

      Bruce Springsteen

    • C.

      John Lennon

    • D.

      Patti Smith

    Correct Answer
    D. Patti Smith
    Explanation
    Patti Smith co-wrote Blue Oyster Cult's "Career of Evil" with Albert Bouchard.

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  • 8. 

    What was the name of Blue Oyster Cult's debut album?

    • A.

      Blue Oyster Cult

    • B.

      Agents Of Fortune

    • C.

      Fire Of Unknown Origin

    • D.

      Secret Treaties

    Correct Answer
    A. Blue Oyster Cult
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Blue Oyster Cult because the question is asking for the name of the band's debut album. In this case, the debut album is also titled Blue Oyster Cult, which matches the answer option given.

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  • 9. 

    Which Blue Oyster Cult album featured the songs "Career of Evil" and "Subhuman"?

    • A.

      Agents Of Fortune

    • B.

      Blue Oyster Cult

    • C.

      In Thee

    • D.

      Secret Treaties

    Correct Answer
    D. Secret Treaties
    Explanation
    "Secret Treaties" is the correct answer because it is the only option that features the songs "Career of Evil" and "Subhuman". The other albums listed do not include these specific songs.

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  • 10. 

    "Five fingers have I to play them like ten" is from what Blue Oyster Cult song?

    • A.

      Deadline

    • B.

      Hot Rails To Hell

    • C.

      Burnin' For You

    • D.

      I Am The One You Warned Me Of

    Correct Answer
    D. I Am The One You Warned Me Of
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I Am The One You Warned Me Of." This line is from the song "I Am The One You Warned Me Of" by Blue Oyster Cult. The line suggests that the narrator has a skill or ability that allows them to achieve more with their five fingers than most people can with ten.

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  • 11. 

    Which song opens Blue Oyster Cult's 1998 "Heaven Forbid" album?

    • A.

      In Thee

    • B.

      See You In Black

    • C.

      Live For Me

    • D.

      Lips In The Hills

    Correct Answer
    B. See You In Black
    Explanation
    "See You In Black" is the opening song of Blue Oyster Cult's 1998 album "Heaven Forbid". This information is stated directly in the question, making it the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    Blue Oyster Cult's "Veteran of the Psychic Wars" appeared on which movie soundtrack?

    • A.

      The Terminator

    • B.

      Terminator 2

    • C.

      Too Fast, Too Furious

    • D.

      Heavy Metal

    Correct Answer
    D. Heavy Metal
    Explanation
    "Veteran of the Psychic Wars" by Blue Oyster Cult appeared on the movie soundtrack of "Heavy Metal."

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  • 13. 

    Which record company did Blue Oyster Cult sign with in 1971?

    • A.

      RCA

    • B.

      Arista

    • C.

      Elektra

    • D.

      Columbia

    Correct Answer
    D. Columbia
    Explanation
    Blue Oyster Cult signed with Columbia in 1971. This record company was a major player in the music industry at the time and had a strong roster of artists. Signing with Columbia would have provided Blue Oyster Cult with resources and support to promote and distribute their music. It was a strategic move for the band to align themselves with a reputable and influential record label like Columbia.

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  • 14. 

    Which literary giant in the horror genre has ties to Blue Oyster Cult?

    • A.

      Stephen King

    • B.

      Edgar Allen Poe

    • C.

      Anne Rampling

    • D.

      Robert Heinlein

    Correct Answer
    A. Stephen King
    Explanation
    Stephen King is the correct answer because he has ties to Blue Oyster Cult. In his novel "The Stand," King references the band's song "Don't Fear the Reaper" and even includes the lyrics in the book. Additionally, Blue Oyster Cult's song "Astronomy" was inspired by King's novel "The Stand." These connections between Stephen King and Blue Oyster Cult establish his ties to the band in the horror genre.

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  • 15. 

    Where did Blue Oyster Cult members Donald Roeser and Albert Bouchard meet?

    • A.

      New York High School

    • B.

      Clarkson College

    • C.

      Long Island College

    • D.

      Performing Arts High School

    Correct Answer
    B. Clarkson College
    Explanation
    Donald Roeser and Albert Bouchard met at Clarkson College.

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  • 16. 

    Which early band did founding members of Blue Oyster Cult perform in?

    • A.

      Travesty

    • B.

      Trip Runners

    • C.

      Alabama

    • D.

      The Eagles

    Correct Answer
    A. Travesty
    Explanation
    The founding members of Blue Oyster Cult performed in a band called Travesty.

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  • 17. 

    Blue Oyster Cult's Buck Dharma held a benefit concert in April 1997 for what purpose?

    • A.

      To Raise Money For AIDS

    • B.

      To Raise Money For A Sick Boy

    • C.

      To Help Fire Victims

    • D.

      To Help The Homeless

    Correct Answer
    B. To Raise Money For A Sick Boy
    Explanation
    Buck Dharma held a benefit concert in April 1997 to raise money for a sick boy. This suggests that the purpose of the concert was to gather funds to support the medical needs or treatment of a specific child who was ill. Holding a benefit concert is a common way for artists to use their platform to help those in need, and in this case, the focus was on aiding a sick boy.

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  • 18. 

    In which outside project is Blue Oyster Cult's Bobby Rondinelli involved?

    • A.

      The Lizards

    • B.

      The Crocodiles

    • C.

      The Snake Band

    • D.

      Reptilians

    Correct Answer
    A. The Lizards
    Explanation
    Bobby Rondinelli is involved in the outside project called The Lizards.

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  • 19. 

    Blue Oyster Cult's Albert Bouchard performed with which group in the late 1980's?

    • A.

      New Edition

    • B.

      The Mamas And The Papas

    • C.

      KC And The Sunshine Band

    • D.

      The Rolling Stones

    Correct Answer
    B. The Mamas And The Papas
  • 20. 

    In Blue Oyster Cult's "Divine Wind", what follows "Blood of bat, tail of newt"?

    • A.

      Fast Food, Fast Cars

    • B.

      Wing Of Metal, Bone Of Steel

    • C.

      Time Of Trouble, Time Of Trial

    • D.

      If He Really Thinks We're The Devil

    Correct Answer
    B. Wing Of Metal, Bone Of Steel
    Explanation
    In Blue Oyster Cult's song "Divine Wind," the lyrics mention "Blood of bat, tail of newt." Following this line, the next lyrics are "Wing Of Metal, Bone Of Steel." This suggests that the next item being referenced is something related to metal and steel, which aligns with the theme of the song. Therefore, the correct answer is "Wing Of Metal, Bone Of Steel."

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  • 21. 

    Blue Oyster Cult's song "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" is featured in which horror movie?

    • A.

      The Shining

    • B.

      Psycho

    • C.

      Halloween

    • D.

      The Exorcist

    Correct Answer
    C. Halloween
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Halloween because "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" by Blue Oyster Cult is featured in the 1978 horror movie "Halloween" directed by John Carpenter. The song is played during the opening credits of the film, setting the tone for the suspenseful and chilling atmosphere of the movie.

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  • 22. 

    Which 1976 Blue Oyster Cult album went on to platinum-selling status?

    • A.

      Tyranny And Mutation

    • B.

      Spectres

    • C.

      Agents Of Fortune

    • D.

      Some Enchanted Evening

    Correct Answer
    C. Agents Of Fortune
    Explanation
    "Agents of Fortune" is the correct answer because it is the 1976 Blue Oyster Cult album that achieved platinum-selling status. This means that it sold over one million copies, indicating its commercial success. The album featured popular songs such as "Don't Fear the Reaper" and "This Ain't the Summer of Love," which contributed to its popularity and sales.

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  • 23. 

    Which Blue Oyster Cult album was released in 1977 and went gold in early 1978?

    • A.

      Blue Oyster Cult

    • B.

      Spectres

    • C.

      Extraterrestrial Live

    • D.

      Agents Of Fortune

    Correct Answer
    B. Spectres
    Explanation
    Spectres is the correct answer because it is the only album listed that was released in 1977. Additionally, it went gold in early 1978, indicating its commercial success during that time period. Blue Oyster Cult is the name of the band, not an album. Extraterrestrial Live and Agents Of Fortune were not released in 1977.

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  • 24. 

    With what writer did Blue Oyster Cult's Eric Bloom write "Black Blade"?

    • A.

      Michael Moorcock

    • B.

      Dean Koontz

    • C.

      Octavia Butler

    • D.

      Richard Bachman

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael Moorcock
    Explanation
    Eric Bloom, the lead vocalist and guitarist of Blue Oyster Cult, collaborated with writer Michael Moorcock to write the song "Black Blade." Michael Moorcock is a renowned English writer known for his science fiction and fantasy novels, particularly the "Elric of Melniboné" series. The collaboration between Bloom and Moorcock resulted in a powerful and dark song that reflects Moorcock's imaginative and intricate storytelling style.

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  • 25. 

    What Blue Oyster Cult member won top prize in a '98 Hall of Fame songwriting contest?

    • A.

      Donald Roeser

    • B.

      Allen Lanier

    • C.

      Eric Bloom

    • D.

      Richie Castellano

    Correct Answer
    D. Richie Castellano
    Explanation
    Richie Castellano is the correct answer because he won the top prize in a '98 Hall of Fame songwriting contest. The other options, Donald Roeser, Allen Lanier, and Eric Bloom, are all members of Blue Oyster Cult but there is no information suggesting that they won the songwriting contest.

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