1.
Which season of American Idol did Fantasia Barrino win?
Correct Answer
C. Season Three
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino won the third season of American Idol.
2.
What is the title of Fantasia Barrino's memoir that was published in 2005?
Correct Answer
A. Life Is Not A Fairy Tale
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's memoir, published in 2005, is titled "Life Is Not A Fairy Tale."
3.
What broadway play did Fantasia Barrino star in beginning in 2007?
Correct Answer
B. The Color Purple
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino starred in the Broadway play "The Color Purple" beginning in 2007. This play is based on the novel by Alice Walker and tells the story of Celie, a young African-American woman in the early 20th century. Fantasia's performance in this production was highly acclaimed and she received positive reviews for her portrayal of the lead character.
4.
Fantasia Barrino won what reality talent show in 2004?
Correct Answer
B. American Idol
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino won the reality talent show American Idol in 2004.
5.
Fantasia Barrino was cast to reprise her role in the big-screen version of what musical?
Correct Answer
D. The Color Purple
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino was cast to reprise her role in the big-screen version of "The Color Purple."
6.
Which Fantasia Barrino song was the top-selling single of 2004?
Correct Answer
A. I Believe
Explanation
"I Believe" by Fantasia Barrino was the top-selling single of 2004. This song gained popularity after Fantasia performed it on the reality TV show American Idol, where she was crowned the winner of the third season. The emotional and powerful vocals showcased in "I Believe" resonated with audiences, leading to its commercial success and making it the best-selling single of that year.
7.
What Fantasia Barrino song was named Billboard's 2004 Single of the Year?
Correct Answer
C. I Believe
Explanation
"I Believe" by Fantasia Barrino was named Billboard's 2004 Single of the Year.
8.
Two of Fantasia Barrino's cousins were both members of what R&B group?
Correct Answer
A. Jodeci
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's cousins were members of the R&B group Jodeci.
9.
In 2004, Fantasia Barrino starred in an autobiographical TV movie on which cable channel?
Correct Answer
A. Lifetime
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino starred in an autobiographical TV movie in 2004. Lifetime is a cable channel that is known for producing and airing biographical and dramatic films. Therefore, it is likely that Fantasia Barrino's autobiographical TV movie would have been aired on Lifetime.
10.
What terrible event happened to Fantasia Barrino while she was in high school?
Correct Answer
D. She Was Raped
11.
Fantasia Barrino successfully auditioned for "American Idol" with which Tina Turner classic?
Correct Answer
A. Proud Mary
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino auditioned for "American Idol" with the Tina Turner classic "Proud Mary."
12.
Fantasia Barrino's performance of what on "American Idol" was a Emmy Award best TV moment of 2004?
Correct Answer
D. Summertime
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's performance of "Summertime" on "American Idol" was a Emmy Award best TV moment of 2004 because her rendition of the song showcased her incredible vocal talent and stage presence. Her powerful and soulful performance captivated the audience and received high praise from the judges. This memorable performance solidified Fantasia's status as a frontrunner in the competition and helped propel her towards winning the title of American Idol that season.
13.
Who accused "American Idol" of racism when Fantasia Barrino hit the bottom three in season three?
Correct Answer
D. Elton John
Explanation
Elton John accused "American Idol" of racism when Fantasia Barrino hit the bottom three in season three.
14.
Who did Fantasia Barrino beat in the finals of season 3 of "American Idol"?
Correct Answer
B. Diana DeGarmo
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino beat Diana DeGarmo in the finals of season 3 of "American Idol".
15.
What contestants joined Fantasia Barrino in the title of a 2004 American Idol Christmas special?
Correct Answer
A. Kelly And Ruben
Explanation
Kelly Clarkson and Ruben Studdard joined Fantasia Barrino in the title of a 2004 American Idol Christmas special.
16.
What was the title of Fantasia Barrino's debut album?
Correct Answer
C. Free Yourself
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's debut album was titled "Free Yourself."
17.
With which song was Fantasia Barrino the first artist to have their first single debut at number one?
Correct Answer
B. I Believe
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino became the first artist to have their first single debut at number one with the song "I Believe."
18.
Which former "American Idol" contestant co-wrote Fantasia Barrino's smash "I Believe"?
Correct Answer
C. Tamyra Gray
Explanation
Tamyra Gray is the correct answer because she was a former "American Idol" contestant and also co-wrote Fantasia Barrino's hit song "I Believe".
19.
Which legendary singer did Fantasia Barrino play on an episode of the NBC series "American Dreams"?
Correct Answer
B. Aretha Franklin
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino played the role of Aretha Franklin on an episode of the NBC series "American Dreams".
20.
At the 2006 Grammys, Fantasia Barrino performed as part of a tribute to which band?
Correct Answer
B. Sly & The Family Stone
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino performed as part of a tribute to Sly & The Family Stone at the 2006 Grammys.
21.
Which famed choreographer directed the film "Life is Not a Fairy Tale: The Fantasia Barrino Story"?
Correct Answer
B. Debbie Allen
Explanation
Debbie Allen is the correct answer because she is a renowned choreographer who directed the film "Life is Not a Fairy Tale: The Fantasia Barrino Story".
22.
Fantasia Barrino covered which Stevie Wonder song for the soundtrack to "Happy Feet"?
Correct Answer
A. I Wish
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino covered the Stevie Wonder song "I Wish" for the soundtrack to "Happy Feet".
23.
What is the name of "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino's daughter?
Correct Answer
A. Zion
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's daughter is named Zion.
24.
Which performance by Fantasia Barrino was cited as the "Greatest American Idol Performance Ever"?
Correct Answer
B. Summertime
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino's performance of "Summertime" was cited as the "Greatest American Idol Performance Ever." This suggests that her rendition of the song was exceptional and stood out among all other performances in the history of American Idol.
25.
While a child, Fantasia Barrino recorded which independent gospel CD with her family band?
Correct Answer
B. Miracles
Explanation
Fantasia Barrino recorded the independent gospel CD "Miracles" with her family band when she was a child.