Are You Crazy For Janis Joplin
A fun and interesting quiz about Janis Joplin!
- 1.
What year did Janis Joplin have the hit single "Me And Bobby Mcgee" on Columbia?
- A.
1990
- B.
1983
- C.
1971
- D.
1980
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C. 1971Explanation
Janis Joplin had the hit single "Me And Bobby Mcgee" on Columbia in 1971.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was the name of the album Janis Joplin was working on at the time of her death?
- A.
Big Brother
- B.
Pearl
- C.
Me And Bobby McGee
- D.
Cheap Thrills
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B. PearlExplanation
Janis Joplin was working on the album "Pearl" at the time of her death. This album was released posthumously and became one of her most successful and critically acclaimed works.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How old was Janis Joplin when she died?
- A.
41
- B.
24
- C.
32
- D.
27
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D. 27Explanation
Janis Joplin was 27 years old when she died.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of these singers did not appear with Janis Joplin at Woodstock in 1969?
- A.
Kenny Rogers
- B.
Country Joe McDonald
- C.
Arlo Guthrie
- D.
Joe Cocker
Correct Answer
A. Kenny RogersExplanation
Kenny Rogers did not appear with Janis Joplin at Woodstock in 1969. Although Kenny Rogers was a popular singer during that time, he did not perform at the iconic music festival. The other three singers, Country Joe McDonald, Arlo Guthrie, and Joe Cocker, all had performances at Woodstock in 1969.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What was the name of the first band that Janis Joplin sang with?
- A.
Jefferson Airplane
- B.
Big Brother And The Holding Company
- C.
Fleetwood Mac
- D.
Country Joe And The Fish
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B. Big Brother And The Holding CompanyExplanation
Janis Joplin's first band was Big Brother And The Holding Company.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where was Janis Joplin born?
- A.
Waco, TX
- B.
Port Arthur, TX
- C.
Dallas, TX
- D.
Houston, TX
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B. Port Arthur, TXExplanation
Janis Joplin was born in Port Arthur, TX. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is a well-known fact.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How did Janis Joplin die?
- A.
Accidental Fall
- B.
Heroin Overdose
- C.
Heart Attack
- D.
Car Wreck
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B. Heroin OverdoseExplanation
Janis Joplin died from a heroin overdose. This means that she took an excessive amount of heroin, which resulted in her death. Heroin is a highly addictive and dangerous drug that can cause respiratory failure and other complications when taken in large quantities. Joplin's death highlights the risks and consequences associated with drug abuse.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which song on Janis Joplin's album "Pearl" is an instrumental?
- A.
Trust Me
- B.
Half Moon
- C.
My Baby
- D.
Buried Alive In The Blues
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D. Buried Alive In The BluesExplanation
The song "Buried Alive In The Blues" on Janis Joplin's album "Pearl" is an instrumental.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Janis Joplin had a love affair with which Monkee?
- A.
Davy Jones
- B.
Michael Nesmith
- C.
Peter Tork
- D.
Micky Dolenz
Correct Answer
C. Peter TorkExplanation
Janis Joplin had a love affair with Peter Tork.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Janis Joplin died in what year?
- A.
1966
- B.
1970
- C.
1978
- D.
1975
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B. 1970Explanation
Janis Joplin died in 1970. This is a well-known fact in music history. Joplin was a prominent American singer-songwriter in the late 1960s, known for her powerful and soulful voice. Tragically, she passed away at the age of 27 due to a heroin overdose. Her death was a significant loss to the music industry and she continues to be remembered as one of the greatest female rock vocalists of all time.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What decade is the hit single "Me And Bobby McGee" by Janis Joplin from?
- A.
Sixties
- B.
Seventies
- C.
Eighties
- D.
Nineties
Correct Answer
B. SeventiesExplanation
The hit single "Me And Bobby McGee" by Janis Joplin is from the seventies.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What was the name of Janis Joplin's band on the "Pearl" album?
- A.
The Blues Brakers
- B.
Big Brother And The Holding Company
- C.
The Full Tilt Boogie Band
- D.
The Janis Joplin Band
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C. The Full Tilt Boogie BandExplanation
The correct answer is The Full Tilt Boogie Band. On the "Pearl" album, Janis Joplin's band was called The Full Tilt Boogie Band. This band was formed specifically for the recording of the album and was known for their energetic and soulful performances. They played a significant role in shaping the sound and success of the album, which became one of Joplin's most iconic works.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which Janis Joplin song became the second posthumous number one single in history?
- A.
Me And Bobby McGee
- B.
Move Over
- C.
Get It While You Can
- D.
Mercedes Benz
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A. Me And Bobby McGeeExplanation
"Me And Bobby McGee" became the second posthumous number one single in history. This song was originally written by Kris Kristofferson and Fred Foster, but it was Janis Joplin's version that became a hit after her death in 1970. The song's popularity and success after her passing solidified Joplin's status as a legendary singer and cemented her place in music history.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What was the best selling single record of 1971?
- A.
One Bad Apple-The Osmonds
- B.
Knock Three Times -Dawn
- C.
Joy To The World-Three Dog Night
- D.
Maggie May-Rod Stewart
Correct Answer
B. Knock Three Times -DawnExplanation
The best selling single record of 1971 was "Knock Three Times" by Dawn. This song was a major hit and topped the charts in multiple countries. It has catchy melodies and relatable lyrics that resonated with audiences at the time. The success of "Knock Three Times" contributed to Dawn's popularity and solidified their place in music history.Rate this question:
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