British Music: Explore the Rich Musical Heritage of the UK

Question 1

What is NOT a common characteristic of British pop music?

Accepted Answer

Use of traditional folk instruments

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Catchy melodies

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Meaningful lyrics and stories

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a famous music venue in Britain?

Accepted Answer

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

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The O2 Arena

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Glastonbury Festival

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Manchester Arena

Question 3

Which English rock band rose to fame in the 1990s and is known for the hit song 'Wonderwall'?

Accepted Answer

Oasis

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The Beatles

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The Rolling Stones

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Coldplay

Question 4

Who composed the orchestral suite 'The Planets', which depicts the astrological influences on the solar system?

Accepted Answer

Gustav Holst

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Edward Elgar

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Ralph Vaughan Williams

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William Walton

Question 5

Which Scottish singer-songwriter, known for his distinctive raspy voice, has had a successful solo career and collaborations with artists such as Elton John?

Accepted Answer

Tom Jones

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Rod Stewart

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Elton John

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Sting

Question 6

What is the name of the renowned annual music festival held in Somerset, England, that attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees?

Accepted Answer

Glastonbury Festival

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Reading Festival

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Hyde Park Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

Question 7

Which British musical genre, characterized by its catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms, originated in the early 20th century and remains popular today?

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Musical Hall

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Jazz

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Rock and Roll

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Folk

Question 8

Who was the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden, known for their energetic live performances and distinctive sound?

Accepted Answer

Bruce Dickinson

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Ozzy Osbourne

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Ronnie James Dio

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Rob Halford

Question 9

Which British electronic music duo achieved international fame in the 1990s with their song 'Born Slippy', which featured prominently in the film 'Trainspotting'?

Accepted Answer

Underworld

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Pet Shop Boys

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New Order

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Depeche Mode

Question 10

Which British composer is renowned for his operas, including 'Dido and Aeneas' and 'The Fairy Queen'?

Accepted Answer

Henry Purcell

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George Handel

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William Byrd

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Edward Elgar

Question 11

What is the name of the prestigious concert hall in London, known for hosting classical music performances and being a venue for the BBC Proms?

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Royal Albert Hall

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Sydney Opera House

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Carnegie Hall

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La Scala

Question 12

Which aspect does NOT reflect the strong connection between music and British culture?

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Music has no impact on British fashion trends.

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Music festivals draw in many tourists.

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Classical music is associated with the British monarchy.

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Music education is part of the national curriculum.

Question 13

Which city is known as the birthplace of British rock music?

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Liverpool

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London

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Manchester

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Birmingham

Question 14

When did the British Invasion, the surge in popularity of British rock and pop bands in the US, take place?

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1960s

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1950s

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1970s

Question 15

Which British band is widely recognized for its distinctive progressive rock style and elaborate concept albums?

Accepted Answer

Pink Floyd

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The Beatles

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Led Zeppelin

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The Rolling Stones

Question 16

Which of these is NOT a famous British music festival?

Accepted Answer

Creamfields

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Glastonbury Festival

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Reading and Leeds Festivals

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Isle of Wight Festival

Question 17

Which of these music festivals is NOT held in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

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Glastonbury Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

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Reading and Leeds Festivals

Question 18

Which city is renowned as the birthplace of British rock and roll music?

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Liverpool

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London

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Manchester

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Birmingham

Question 19

Which genre of music emerged from the Midlands region of England in the 1960s?

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Psychedelic Rock

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Punk Rock

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Electronic Dance Music

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Hip-Hop

Question 20

Which British band is renowned for their elaborate stage productions and concept albums?

Accepted Answer

Pink Floyd

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The Beatles

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The Rolling Stones

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The Who

Question 21

Who is known as the 'Queen of Soul' in British music?

Accepted Answer

Amy Winehouse

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Aretha Franklin

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Whitney Houston

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Beyoncé

Question 22

Which British pop group achieved global success in the 1990s with hits like 'Wannabe' and 'Spice Up Your Life'?

Accepted Answer

The Spice Girls

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One Direction

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Take That

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Blue

Question 23

What is the name of the renowned music festival that takes place annually in Glastonbury, England?

Accepted Answer

Glastonbury Festival

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Reading Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

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Download Festival

Question 24

Who is the composer behind the iconic soundtrack for the James Bond film series?

Accepted Answer

Monty Norman

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John Williams

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Hans Zimmer

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Ennio Morricone

Question 25

Which British music label played a pivotal role in launching the careers of bands such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Small Faces?

Accepted Answer

EMI

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Decca Records

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Pye Records

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Island Records

Question 26

What is NOT a common feature of British folk music?

Accepted Answer

Complex melodies

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Storytelling

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Traditional instruments

Question 27

Which British band is renowned for its progressive rock style and concept albums?

Accepted Answer

Pink Floyd

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The Beatles

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Led Zeppelin

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The Rolling Stones

Question 28

Where is the birthplace of British rock music commonly believed to be?

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Liverpool

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London

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Manchester

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Glasgow

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of British music?

Accepted Answer

Absence of external cultural influences

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Lyrical complexity

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Incorporation of various instruments

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Influence from traditional melodies

Question 30

Which feature is generally NOT considered a defining characteristic of British music?

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Simple lyrics

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Cultural diversity

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Worldwide influence

Question 31

Which British music festival is famous for its eclectic lineup and lively bohemian ambiance?

Accepted Answer

Glastonbury Festival

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Reading Festival

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Latitude Festival

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Download Festival

Question 32

Which British band gained prominence for their experimental and psychedelic sound?

Accepted Answer

Pink Floyd

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The Beatles

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The Rolling Stones

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The Kinks

Question 33

Which British composer is celebrated for his iconic film scores, including those for 'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones'?

Accepted Answer

John Barry

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Andrew Lloyd Webber

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John Lennon

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Edward Elgar

Question 34

Which British music festival is often referred to as the 'Glastonbury of Scotland'?

Accepted Answer

T in the Park

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Reading Festival

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Download Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

Question 35

Which British music genre emerged in the 1970s, characterized by its electronic sound and politically charged lyrics?

Accepted Answer

Punk

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Glam rock

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Progressive rock

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Electronica

Question 36

Which British music venue is widely regarded as the 'home of rock and roll'?

Accepted Answer

Cavern Club

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Abbey Road Studios

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Roundhouse

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Royal Albert Hall

Question 37

Who among the following is NOT a celebrated British musician?

Accepted Answer

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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The Beatles

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David Bowie

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Elton John

Question 38

Which English city is considered the birthplace of heavy metal music?

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Birmingham

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Manchester

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London

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Liverpool

Question 39

Who is known as the 'Father of British Pop Music'?

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Cliff Richard

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The Beatles

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Elvis Presley

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David Bowie

Question 40

Which British band released the highly influential concept album 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band'?

Accepted Answer

The Beatles

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Led Zeppelin

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The Rolling Stones

Question 41

Which British composer is renowned for his 'Water Music' and 'Music for the Royal Fireworks'?

Accepted Answer

George Handel

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Question 42

Which British electronic music genre originated in the early 1990s and is known for its fast tempos and heavy basslines?

Accepted Answer

Drum and bass

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Techno

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Trance

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House music

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of British indie rock music?

Accepted Answer

Elaborate song structures

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Political themes

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DIY ethos

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Focus on personal experiences in lyrics

Question 44

Which British band released 'Dark Side of the Moon', one of the best-selling albums of all time?

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Pink Floyd

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The Rolling Stones

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The Beatles

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Led Zeppelin

Question 45

Which of the following British music festivals is known for its vast scale and diverse lineup?

Accepted Answer

Glastonbury Festival

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Reading Festival

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V Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

Question 46

Which British band is credited with sparking the 'British Invasion' of the American music scene in the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

The Beatles

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The Rolling Stones

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Led Zeppelin

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The Who

Question 47

Which genre of music, originating in Jamaica, heavily influenced British music in the 1970s and 80s?

Accepted Answer

Reggae

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Flamenco

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Samba

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Salsa

Question 48

Which city is renowned for its association with the 'Madchester' music scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s?

Accepted Answer

Manchester

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Liverpool

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London

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Glasgow

Question 49

What music festival, launched in 1970, is considered a cornerstone of the British music festival scene?

Accepted Answer

Glastonbury Festival

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Isle of Wight Festival

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Reading and Leeds Festival

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Download Festival

Question 50

Which British female artist achieved international success with her soulful voice and blend of R&B, pop, and jazz influences in the 1990s?

Accepted Answer

Amy Winehouse

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Ellie Goulding

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Dua Lipa

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Adele

Question 51

Which British composer is best known for his oratorios, including 'Messiah' and 'Water Music'?

Accepted Answer

George Frideric Handel

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Ludwig van Beethoven

Question 52

What musical movement emerged in the UK in the late 1970s, characterized by its DIY aesthetic, electronic instrumentation, and often politically charged lyrics?

Accepted Answer

Punk Rock

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Progressive Rock

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Heavy Metal

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Glam Rock

Question 53

Which city is home to the Royal Opera House, a world-renowned venue for opera and ballet?

Accepted Answer

London

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Manchester

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Cardiff

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Birmingham

Question 54

Which British band is credited with popularizing the concept of the 'music video' in the 1980s with their innovative and visually striking videos?

Accepted Answer

Duran Duran

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Wham!

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Culture Club

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Spandau Ballet