The Big Elton John Quiz
This is a quiz to help you revise for Elton John exams.
- 1.
Which pop star bestowed the nickname "Sharon" on Elton John?
- A.
Stevie Wonder
- B.
Michael Jackson
- C.
Rod Stewart
- D.
Don Henley
Correct Answer
C. Rod Stewart -
- 2.
What Elton John song begins: "If you feel that it's real, I'm on trial"?
- A.
Bennie And The Jets
- B.
Take Me To The Pilot
- C.
Honky Cat
- D.
Tonight
Correct Answer
B. Take Me To The Pilot -
- 3.
In an Elton John song, what man "wears his war wound like a crown"?
- A.
Levon
- B.
Danny Bailey
- C.
Jack Rabbit
- D.
Bennie
Correct Answer
A. Levon -
- 4.
What Elton John song was featured on the soundtracks of "Aloha, Bobby and Rose", "My Girl 2" and "Almost Famous"?
- A.
Believe
- B.
Bennie and the Jets
- C.
Your Song
- D.
Tiny Dancer
Correct Answer
D. Tiny Dancer -
- 5.
In 1979, Elton John became the first Western pop star to tour what nation?
- A.
North Korea
- B.
China
- C.
Soviet Union
- D.
Cambodia
Correct Answer
C. Soviet Union -
- 6.
Which ex-Uriah Heep drummer is best known for being Elton John's drummer?
- A.
Ian Clarke
- B.
Alex Napier
- C.
Nigel Olsson
- D.
Keith Baker
Correct Answer
C. Nigel Olsson -
- 7.
Which Elton John song title has been used as the name of an unofficial fan site for him?
- A.
Dark Diamond
- B.
Dan Dare (Pilot Of The Future)
- C.
Dancing In The End Zone
- D.
Daniel
Correct Answer
A. Dark Diamond -
- 8.
Which Elton John hit has been released on more than 10 albums, including 1992's "Rare Masters" collection?
- A.
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
- B.
Goodbye Marlon Brando
- C.
Grey Seal
- D.
Goodbye
Correct Answer
C. Grey Seal -
- 9.
In which song does Elton John sing "I'm scared of strangers on the street"?
- A.
It Ain't Gonna Be Easy
- B.
It's Getting Dark In Here
- C.
Island Girl
- D.
Into The Old Man's Shoes
Correct Answer
B. It's Getting Dark In Here -
- 10.
Which song from Elton John's "Tumbleweed Connection" is a duet with Lesley Duncan?
- A.
Look Ma, No Hands
- B.
Love Is A Cannibal
- C.
Love Song
- D.
Love Her Like Me
Correct Answer
C. Love Song -
- 11.
Which Elton John track begins with: "If anyone should see me making it down the highway"?
- A.
Rock N' Roll Madonna
- B.
Candle In The Wind
- C.
Rock Me When He's Gone
- D.
Reverie
Correct Answer
A. Rock N' Roll Madonna -
- 12.
Which song by Elton John can be found on his self titled album "Elton John"?
- A.
Sacrifice
- B.
Roy Rogers
- C.
Sad Songs (Say So Much)
- D.
Runaway Train
Correct Answer
C. Sad Songs (Say So Much) -
- 13.
Which song was recorded by Elton John and written by Kiki Dee?
- A.
Stones Throw From Hurtin'
- B.
Strangers
- C.
Street Kids
- D.
Sugar On The Floor
Correct Answer
D. Sugar On The Floor -
- 14.
Which of these songs was in the original conception of Elton John and Tim Rice's musical "Aida" but did not make it to the show?
- A.
The King Must Die
- B.
The Messenger
- C.
The Man Who Never Died
- D.
The Last Song
Correct Answer
B. The Messenger -
- 15.
Which Elton John song begins with the line: "There are ladies, illegal X's Mona Lisa's, well connected"?
- A.
Wicked Dreams
- B.
Whitewash County
- C.
Wrap Her Up
- D.
Who Wears These Shoes
Correct Answer
C. Wrap Her Up -
- 16.
Which Hollies hit did Elton John play piano on?
- A.
The Air That I Breathe
- B.
Look Through Any Window
- C.
He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother
- D.
Bus Stop
Correct Answer
C. He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother -
- 17.
Which singer's first album was produced by Rod Stewart and Elton John, and who later gave part of his name to Elton?
- A.
Long John Baldry
- B.
John Lennon
- C.
Johnny Thunders
- D.
Johnny Winters
Correct Answer
A. Long John Baldry -
- 18.
Which lyric is from a song by the artist Elton John?
- A.
Silver Horses Run Down Moonbeams In Your Dark Eyes
- B.
When You're In The Clouds In The Clouds
- C.
Have You Ever Watched A Moonbeam As It Slid Across Your Window Pane
- D.
And The Clouds In Your Eyes Were Just Cover
Correct Answer
D. And The Clouds In Your Eyes Were Just Cover -
- 19.
In "Song For Guy", by Elton John, the only lyrics are?
- A.
Life Isnt Anything
- B.
Life. Is It Everything
- C.
Life. Is It Anything
- D.
Life Isnt Everything
Correct Answer
D. Life Isnt Everything -
- 20.
In what year did Queen perform with Elton John at the premiere of the Bejart Ballet For Live?
- A.
1996
- B.
1997
- C.
1998
- D.
1995
Correct Answer
B. 1997 -
- 21.
What song did Eminem perform at the Grammys with Elton John?
- A.
97 Bonnie And Clyde
- B.
Thank You
- C.
Stan
- D.
My Name Is
Correct Answer
C. Stan -
- 22.
What year did Elton John have the hit single "Little Jeannie" on MCA?
- A.
1986
- B.
1970
- C.
1973
- D.
1980
Correct Answer
D. 1980 -
- 23.
What year did Elton John have the hit single "Candle In The Wind" on MCA?
- A.
1968
- B.
1988
- C.
1973
- D.
2001
Correct Answer
B. 1988 -
- 24.
What song did Jim Carrey perform with Elton John at one of his concerts?
- A.
Bennie and the Jets
- B.
Rocket Man
- C.
Yellow Brick Road
- D.
Crocodile Rock
Correct Answer
B. Rocket Man -
- 25.
Which artist did not sing with Elton John on his 1993 album "Duets"?
- A.
Nik Kershaw
- B.
Kiki Dee
- C.
George Michael
- D.
Bryan Adams
Correct Answer
D. Bryan Adams -
- 26.
In what month was Elton John born?
- A.
May
- B.
November
- C.
March
- D.
July
Correct Answer
C. March -
- 27.
Elton John auditioned as lead singer for which two progressive rock bands?
- A.
King Crimson and Gentle Giant
- B.
The Kinks and Pink Floyd
- C.
The Kinks and The Who
- D.
Yes and Rush
Correct Answer
A. King Crimson and Gentle Giant -
- 28.
Which group sings background vocals on "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me"?
- A.
The Jackson 5
- B.
The Osmonds
- C.
The Bee Gees
- D.
The Beach Boys
Correct Answer
D. The Beach Boys -
- 29.
When was Elton John inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
- A.
1998
- B.
1994
- C.
1993
- D.
1989
Correct Answer
B. 1994 -
- 30.
What breed of dog did Elton John have as dual watchdogs at his Hollywood Hills area home in the mid 1970's?
- A.
Collies
- B.
Mastiffs
- C.
Doberman Pinchers
- D.
Bulldogs
Correct Answer
A. Collies -
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