Birmingham mail blues quiz
A blast from the past! The Birmingham Mail Blues Quiz was a popular feature in the Birmingham Mail newspaper, testing readers' knowledge of blues music and its history. Here are some questions to get you started:
Easy
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Which blues legend was known as "The King of the Delta Blues"? a) Robert Johnson b) B.B. King c) Muddy Waters d) Howlin' Wolf
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Which blues song, written by Eric Clapton, is about a woman who left him for another man? a) "Layla" b) "Wonderful Tonight" c) "Cocaine" d) "Crossroads"
Medium
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Who was the American blues singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice and hits like "At Last" and "Hound Dog"? a) Etta James b) Aretha Franklin c) Tina Turner d) Janis Joplin
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Which blues guitarist was known for his virtuosic playing and hits like "Sweet Home Chicago" and "Hoochie Coochie Man"? a) Muddy Waters b) B.B. King c) Eric Clapton d) Buddy Guy
Hard
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Who was the American blues singer-songwriter known for his distinctive voice and hits like "Boom Boom" and "Shake Your Money Maker"? a) John Lee Hooker b) Bo Diddley c) Slim Harpo d) Lightnin' Slim
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Which blues album, released in 1961, is considered one of the greatest blues albums of all time and features Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page? a) "Blues Breakers" b) "Beano" c) "The Yardbirds" d) "Cream"
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