1.
What song by U2 is about "The Troubles in Northern Ireland"?
Correct Answer
D. Sunday Bloody Sunday
Explanation
"Sunday Bloody Sunday" is a song by U2 that is about "The Troubles in Northern Ireland." The lyrics of the song address the violent conflict and political unrest that occurred in Northern Ireland during the late 20th century. The title refers to the events of Bloody Sunday, a tragic incident in 1972 where British soldiers opened fire on unarmed civil rights protesters in Derry, resulting in the deaths of 14 people. The song serves as a powerful commentary on the ongoing violence and calls for peace and reconciliation.
2.
In the title of a U2 song, which day of the week is "bloody"?
Correct Answer
D. The Day Many Go To Church
Explanation
The correct answer is "The Day Many Go To Church." This is because in the title of the U2 song "Sunday Bloody Sunday," the word "Sunday" refers to the day of the week when many people traditionally attend church services.
3.
Which of these musicians is part of the group U2?
Correct Answer
D. The Edge
Explanation
The Edge is a member of the group U2.
4.
Which P.O.D. song was originally written and performed by U2 and is a staple at their live shows?
Correct Answer
B. Bullet The Blue Sky
Explanation
The correct answer is "Bullet The Blue Sky". This song was originally written and performed by U2 and has become a staple at their live shows.
5.
Which of the following U2 songs, released in 1984, describes what it's like to live in a city at the mercy of the world's natural forces?
Correct Answer
D. Indian Summer Sky
Explanation
The correct answer is "Indian Summer Sky." This U2 song, released in 1984, describes what it's like to live in a city at the mercy of the world's natural forces.
6.
What U2 song was promoted by Island Records with chocolate bars packaged to look like the single's artwork?
Correct Answer
D. Sweetest Thing
Explanation
The correct answer is "Sweetest Thing." Island Records promoted this U2 song by packaging chocolate bars that resembled the artwork of the single. This marketing strategy likely aimed to attract attention and generate interest in the song, creating a unique and memorable promotion for the release.
7.
"U218: Singles" is in the discography of which of these artists?
Correct Answer
D. U2
Explanation
"U218: Singles" is in the discography of U2. This means that the album "U218: Singles" is a part of U2's collection of released music.
8.
U2's "Achtung Baby" was recorded in which two cities?
Correct Answer
B. Berlin/Dublin
Explanation
U2's "Achtung Baby" was recorded in Berlin and Dublin. This information can be inferred from the question itself, as it asks for the two cities where the album was recorded.
9.
The U2 movie "Rattle and Hum" was released in which year?
Correct Answer
D. 1988
Explanation
"Rattle and Hum" is a documentary-style film by the band U2, which chronicles their experiences during their Joshua Tree Tour in 1987. The film includes live performances, behind-the-scenes footage, and interviews with the band members. Therefore, the correct answer is 1988, as that is the year when the movie was released.
10.
What media-collage outfit got into trouble when they parodied U2's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For"?
Correct Answer
C. Negativland
Explanation
Negativland is the correct answer because they are a media-collage outfit that faced legal trouble for their parody of U2's "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For." Parodying the song led to a lawsuit from U2's record label, Island Records, claiming copyright infringement. This case became a landmark in copyright law, highlighting the tension between artistic expression and intellectual property rights.
11.
Which U2 song contains the following lyric, "Early morning April 4, a shot rings out in the Memphis Sky"?
Correct Answer
C. "Pride" U2
Explanation
The correct answer is "Pride" by U2. The lyric "Early morning April 4, a shot rings out in the Memphis Sky" refers to the assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. This lyric is a powerful and poignant reference to a significant moment in history, and it is featured in U2's song "Pride."
12.
What does Bono imitate at the beginning of all the U2 PopMart shows?
Correct Answer
A. A Boxer
Explanation
At the beginning of all the U2 PopMart shows, Bono imitates a boxer. This suggests that Bono is trying to convey a sense of strength, power, and energy to the audience. By imitating a boxer, Bono sets the tone for the performance and creates a visual representation of the band's energetic and dynamic music. This choice also aligns with the overall theme and aesthetic of the PopMart tour, which was known for its extravagant and larger-than-life stage setup.
13.
Who was U2's Adam Clayton engaged to in 1993 but broke up with before they could get married?
Correct Answer
B. Naomi Campbell
Explanation
Adam Clayton was engaged to Naomi Campbell in 1993 but they broke up before they could get married.
14.
On U2's album "Zootopia", what famous singer performs the song "The Wanderer"?
Correct Answer
D. Johnny Cash
Explanation
Johnny Cash is the correct answer because he is the famous singer who performs the song "The Wanderer" on U2's album "Zootopia". Johnny Cash was a renowned American singer-songwriter known for his deep, distinctive voice and contributions to various genres including country, rock, and folk music. His collaboration with U2 on this album resulted in a memorable and acclaimed rendition of "The Wanderer".
15.
What's the first song U2 almost always did for the Zoo TV tour?
Correct Answer
D. Zoo Station
Explanation
The correct answer is "Zoo Station" because it is stated in the question that it was the first song that U2 almost always performed for the Zoo TV tour.