Do You Know The Fifth Beatle Band?

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    One of the following isn't part of the Fab Four

    • George Harrison
    • Ringo Sterr
    • Paul McCartney
    • John Lennon
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The Fifth Beatle is a nickname used in describing individuals who have had close contacts with the Fab Four. To make it clear and simple, we can say the Fifth Beatle is not an original member, simple

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  • 2. 
    What about their manager, who amongst the following fits the role? - ProProfs

    What about their manager, who amongst the following fits the role?

    • Brian Epstein

    • Dick James

    • Paul Starr

    • Peter Best

    Correct Answer
    A. Brian Epstein
    Explanation
    Brian Epstein fits the role of their manager because he was the actual manager of The Beatles during their early years. He discovered the band and played a crucial role in shaping their image and securing their record deal with Parlophone. Epstein is widely recognized as the person responsible for transforming The Beatles into a global phenomenon and guiding their career to unprecedented success.

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  • 3. 
    Pete Best was replaced by who? - ProProfs

    Pete Best was replaced by who?

    • Ringo Starr

    • Stuart Sutcliffe

    • Daryl Creed

    • Ronald DeWyne

    Correct Answer
    A. Ringo Starr
    Explanation
    Pete Best was replaced by Ringo Starr. This is a well-known fact in music history. Pete Best was the original drummer of The Beatles, but he was replaced by Ringo Starr in 1962. Ringo Starr went on to become an integral member of the band and played drums for The Beatles until their breakup in 1970.

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    When Peter Best joined Lennon, McCartney, Stuart Sutcliffe and Harrison on the eve of their Hamburg sojourn, the group was named? - ProProfs

    When Peter Best joined Lennon, McCartney, Stuart Sutcliffe and Harrison on the eve of their Hamburg sojourn, the group was named?

    • The Diamond Ones

    • The Golden Beatles

    • The Silver Beatles

    • The Five Beatles

    Correct Answer
    A. The Silver Beatles
    Explanation
    When Peter Best joined Lennon, McCartney, Stuart Sutcliffe, and Harrison on the eve of their Hamburg sojourn, the group was named The Silver Beatles.

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    What's the name of the hairstyle that Stuart help create for The Beatles? - ProProfs

    What's the name of the hairstyle that Stuart help create for The Beatles?

    • Mohawk

    • Uptop

    • Moptop

    • Lowtop

    Correct Answer
    A. Moptop
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Moptop. The term "moptop" refers to the hairstyle that Stuart Sutcliffe, a former member of The Beatles, helped create for the band. This hairstyle was characterized by long hair that covered the forehead and ears, but was shorter at the back. It became iconic and synonymous with The Beatles during the early stages of their career.

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    Who cut the hairstyle for Stuart? - ProProfs

    Who cut the hairstyle for Stuart?

    • Astrid Kirchherr

    • Klaus Voormann

    • Astrid Voormann

    • Klaus Kirchherr

    Correct Answer
    A. Astrid Kirchherr
    Explanation
    Astrid Kirchherr is the correct answer because she is known for cutting the iconic hairstyle for Stuart Sutcliffe, the original bassist of The Beatles. Astrid was a close friend and photographer of the band during their early days in Hamburg, Germany. She gave Stuart his signature "moptop" haircut, which became a defining look for the band and influenced their image throughout their career. Klaus Voormann and Astrid Voormann are not associated with cutting Stuart's hairstyle, and Klaus Kirchherr is not a known figure in relation to The Beatles.

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  • 7. 
    Who was their music producer? - ProProfs

    Who was their music producer?

    • George Martin

    • Brian Epstein

    • Dick James

    • Derek Taylor

    Correct Answer
    A. George Martin
    Explanation
    George Martin was the music producer for the Beatles. He is often referred to as the "Fifth Beatle" because of his significant contributions to their sound and success. Martin played a crucial role in shaping the band's sound, arranging their music, and pushing the boundaries of studio recording techniques. He worked closely with the Beatles throughout their career, helping to refine their songs and bring their artistic vision to life. Martin's expertise and collaboration with the band were instrumental in their rise to become one of the most influential and successful musical acts of all time.

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  • 8. 
    Originally, who was the Fifth Beatle? - ProProfs

    Originally, who was the Fifth Beatle?

    • Stuart Sutcliffe

    • Derek Taylor

    • Neil Aspinall

    • George Martin

    Correct Answer
    A. Stuart Sutcliffe
    Explanation
    Stuart Sutcliffe was originally considered the Fifth Beatle because he was an early member of the band. He joined the group in 1960 as their bassist but left the following year to pursue his career as a painter. Despite his short time with the band, Sutcliffe's influence on their early sound and image was significant. He was also a close friend of John Lennon and played a crucial role in shaping the band's early identity. Although others, such as Derek Taylor, Neil Aspinall, and George Martin, also had important roles in The Beatles' success, Sutcliffe is often recognized as the original Fifth Beatle.

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  • 9. 
    Stuart according to the group was also a - ProProfs

    Stuart according to the group was also a

    • Businessman

    • Painter

    • Engineer

    • Carpenter

    Correct Answer
    A. Painter
    Explanation
    Stuart is considered a painter by the group.

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  • 10. 
    When was Pete Best, the other Fifth Beatle removed from the group? - ProProfs

    When was Pete Best, the other Fifth Beatle removed from the group?

    • 1960

    • 1961

    • 1962

    • 1963

    Correct Answer
    A. 1962
    Explanation
    Pete Best, often referred to as the "other Fifth Beatle," was removed from the group in 1962. This decision was made by the other members of the band, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and their manager Brian Epstein. Best was replaced by Ringo Starr, who went on to become the permanent drummer for The Beatles. This decision was primarily based on musical differences and concerns about Best's compatibility with the rest of the group.

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