Are You Listener Of Vanessa Williams?

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    Vanessa Williams' second husband, Rick Fox, played for what NBA basketball team?

    • New York Knicks
    • Phoenix Suns
    • Sacramento Kings
    • Los Angeles Lakers
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  • 2. 

    What decade is the hit single "Dreamin'" by Vanessa Williams from?

    • Nineties

    • Sixties

    • Seventies

    • Eighties

    Correct Answer
    A. Eighties
    Explanation
    "Dreamin'" by Vanessa Williams is from the 1980s.

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  • 3. 

    What year did Vanessa Williams have the hit single "The Sweetest Days" on Wing?

    • 1965

    • 1964

    • 1975

    • 1995

    Correct Answer
    A. 1995
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams released her hit single "The Sweetest Days" on her album of the same name in 1994. The song gained popularity in 1995 and reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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  • 4. 

    Vanessa Williams won what prestigious title in 1983?

    • Miss Connecticut

    • Miss America

    • Miss USA

    • Miss Pennsylvania

    Correct Answer
    A. Miss America
    Explanation
    In 1983, Vanessa Williams won the prestigious title of Miss America. This title is awarded annually to a young woman who demonstrates beauty, talent, and intelligence. Williams' win was historic as she became the first African-American woman to be crowned Miss America. Her victory broke barriers and paved the way for greater diversity and inclusion in the pageant industry.

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  • 5. 

    Vanessa Williams recorded a duet in 1993 with what R&B singer?

    • Luther Vandross

    • Brian McKnight

    • Johnny Gill

    • Keith Sweat

    Correct Answer
    A. Brian McKnight
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams recorded a duet in 1993 with Brian McKnight.

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  • 6. 

    What role did Vanessa Williams play in "The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland"?

    • Queen Of Trash

    • The Berry Queen

    • The Snow Queen

    • Queen Of Mean

    Correct Answer
    A. Queen Of Trash
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams played the role of the Queen of Trash in "The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland." This suggests that her character was associated with the trash and garbage in the movie.

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  • 7. 

    Where was Vanessa Williams born?

    • Chicago, Illinois

    • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

    • St. Louis, Missouri

    • Millwood, New York

    Correct Answer
    A. Millwood, New York
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams was born in Millwood, New York.

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  • 8. 

    What instrument did Vanessa Williams play in high school?

    • Clarinet

    • French Horn

    • Drums

    • Flute

    Correct Answer
    A. French Horn
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams played the French Horn in high school.

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  • 9. 

    What year did Vanessa Williams have the hit single "Dreamin'" on Wing?

    • 1960

    • 1968

    • 1996

    • 1989

    Correct Answer
    A. 1989
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams had the hit single "Dreamin'" on Wing in 1989.

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  • 10. 

    What role does Vanessa Williams play on "Ugly Betty"?

    • Alexis

    • Amanda

    • Wilhelmina

    • Betty

    Correct Answer
    A. Wilhelmina
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams plays the role of Wilhelmina on "Ugly Betty".

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  • 11. 

    What is the name of Vanessa Williams' debut album?

    • The Right Stuff

    • The Sweetest Days

    • StarBright

    • The Comfort Zone

    Correct Answer
    A. The Right Stuff
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams' debut album is titled "The Right Stuff."

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  • 12. 

    What role did Vanessa L. Williams play in "A Diva's Christmas Carol"?

    • Ghost Of Christmas Present

    • Mrs. Cratchett

    • Ebony Scrooge

    • Marley

    Correct Answer
    A. Ebony Scrooge
    Explanation
    Vanessa L. Williams played the role of Ebony Scrooge in "A Diva's Christmas Carol".

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  • 13. 

    Vanessa Williams was selected Miss America 1984 while representing which U.S. state?

    • New Jersey

    • California

    • New York

    • Texas

    Correct Answer
    A. New York
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams was selected as Miss America 1984 while representing New York.

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  • 14. 

    In what men's magazine did Vanessa Williams appear naked with another woman?

    • Oui

    • Playboy

    • Hustler

    • Penthouse

    Correct Answer
    A. Penthouse
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams appeared naked with another woman in the men's magazine Penthouse.

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  • 15. 

    Vanessa Williams won a NAACP Image Award for what movie?

    • Soul Food

    • Shaft

    • Eraser

    • Boyz In The Hood

    Correct Answer
    A. Soul Food
    Explanation
    Vanessa Williams won a NAACP Image Award for the movie "Soul Food". The NAACP Image Awards are given annually to honor outstanding achievements by people of color in the fields of film, television, music, and literature. "Soul Food" is a 1997 comedy-drama film that explores the dynamics of a close-knit African-American family and the importance of food in their lives. Vanessa Williams' performance in the movie was recognized and awarded with a NAACP Image Award.

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  • 16. 

    What singer was featured in "Prelude: I dream a World" with Vanessa Williams?

    • Ossie Davis

    • Snoop Dog

    • Mary J. Blige

    • Lionel Richie

    Correct Answer
    A. Ossie Davis
    Explanation
    Ossie Davis is the correct answer because he was the singer featured in "Prelude: I dream a World" with Vanessa Williams.

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