What Do You Know About Indie Musician, Ben Gibbard?

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What Do You Know About Indie Musician, Ben Gibbard? - Quiz

Ben Gibbard is the lead singer and guitarist of indie band Death Cab For Cuties. He is 39 years old and besided Death Cab For Cuties he started a side project, the Postal Service. If you are a fan of indie music take this quiz about one of the most popular figures in the area.

Questions and Answers

1.

How many albums did he and Death Cab for Cuties have recorded?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  8
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
B. 8

Explanation
He and Death Cab for Cutie have recorded a total of 8 albums.

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2.

When did he start the side project the Postal Service?
- A.
  
  1997
- B.
  
  2003
- C.
  
  1998
- D.
  
  2012
Correct Answer
B. 2003

Explanation
The Postal Service is a side project of musician and producer Ben Gibbard. It was formed in 2003, which is the same year their debut album "Give Up" was released. Therefore, the correct answer is 2003.

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3.

He was married a famous actress. Which actress?
- A.
  
  Zooey Deschanel
- B.
  
  Amy Adams
- C.
  
  Michelle Williams
- D.
  
  Marion Cotillard
Correct Answer
A. Zooey Deschanel

Explanation
The given question asks about the actress that the person was married to. The correct answer is Zooey Deschanel, indicating that the person in question was married to Zooey Deschanel, who is a famous actress.

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4.

He wrote some articles for The Daily Beast. What was the theme of the articles?
- A.
  
  Gay Rights
- B.
  
  Music
- C.
  
  Entertainment
- D.
  
  Politics
Correct Answer
A. Gay Rights

Explanation
The theme of the articles was Gay Rights.

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5.

What is the name of the album released in 2003 with the Postal Service?
- A.
  
  Never Come Back!
- B.
  
  Give Up!
- C.
  
  Go On!
- D.
  
  Stop!
Correct Answer
B. Give Up!

Explanation
The correct answer is "Give Up!" This album was released in 2003 and it was by the Postal Service.

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6.

What did he study in University?
- A.
  
  Music
- B.
  
  Engineering
- C.
  
  Languages
- D.
  
  Literature
Correct Answer
B. Engineering

Explanation
The correct answer is Engineering.

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7.

What is Ben Gibbard's religion?
- A.
  
  Catholic
- B.
  
  Orthodox
- C.
  
  He is Agnostic
- D.
  
  Muslim
Correct Answer
C. He is Agnostic

Explanation
The question is asking about Ben Gibbard's religion, and the correct answer is that he is Agnostic. Agnosticism is the belief that the existence of God or any ultimate reality is unknown and unknowable. This means that Ben Gibbard does not affiliate with any specific religious belief or claim to have knowledge about the existence of a higher power.

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8.

In 2008 he gave up alcohol and started...
- A.
  
  Eating Raw Vegan Food
- B.
  
  Meditation
- C.
  
  Yoga
- D.
  
  Running marathons
Correct Answer
D. Running marathons

Explanation
The correct answer is running marathons. This can be inferred from the statement "In 2008 he gave up alcohol and started..." which suggests that the person made a lifestyle change. Out of the given options, running marathons is the most likely choice as it requires discipline, dedication, and a commitment to physical fitness. It is a challenging activity that can provide a sense of accomplishment and a healthier lifestyle.

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