[Answer] 4. Next on our hit parade of "Amys", we have a singer and songwriter whose achievements in these two areas were only matched by the material she unintentionally provided for the tabloid press. Who was she?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Next on our hit parade of "Amys", we have a singer and songwriter whose achievements in these two areas were only matched by the material she unintentionally provided for the tabloid press. Who was she?"

...1. Amy Winehouse 2. Amy Lee 3. Amy Fisher 4. Amy Grant Amy Winehouse, born September 14, 1983 (same birthdate as my son!) in London, England was a famous singer and songwriter. Ms. Winehouse, unfortunately, spent much of her time making headlines in the tabloids. She was plagued by numerous personal problems, including eating disorders, depression, suicidal tendencies, alcohol and drug addictions and many legal problems. "Newsweek" magazine (March, 2007) said of her, "[Amy Winehouse] is a perfect storm of sex kitten, raw talent and poor impulse control". Amy's debut album was "Frank" released in 2003. She received over 20 musical awards, some of which are listed below: -2007: BRIT Awards (British Phonographic Industry) - Best Female Solo Artist -2008: Grammy Awards - Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, Best New Artist -2009: Echo Music Awards - Best International Female Artist (Rock/Pop) Album of the Year Unfortunately, Amy Winehouse passed away in July, 2011.

[Answer] What song hit #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was recorded by the performer that received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 14, 2002?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What song hit #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was recorded by the performer that received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 14, 2002?"

...Hint :Roy G. Biv

[Answer] 7. "Brown Sugar" was a hit for what UK rock band?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. "Brown Sugar" was a hit for what UK rock band?"

...1. The Faces 2. Creedence Clearwater Revival 3. Rolling Stones 4. The Moody Blues Released on May 7, 1971 "Brown Sugar" was a number one hit in the U.S. and a number two hit in the UK. The single was taken from their album "Sticky Fingers". The Rolling Stones were formed in London in 1962. Brian Jones a founding member of the band died on the 3 July 1969. One of the best known partnerships in rock music is Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards.

[Answer] 4. Which of these singers had a number one hit in 1964 with "Oh Pretty Woman"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Which of these singers had a number one hit in 1964 with "Oh Pretty Woman"?"

...1. Billy Fury 2. Elvis Presley 3. Roy Orbison 4. Gene Pitney Roy Orbison could do little wrong in the '60s. "Oh Pretty Woman" was his seventh top-ten hit and his third number one. After a fairly barren time through the '70s, his star seemed to back in the ascendancy in the '80s. His untimely death in 1988 was a great loss to music.

[Answer] 9. This John had a hit in 1971 with a song called: "Take Me Home, Country Roads". What is his name?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "9. This John had a hit in 1971 with a song called: "Take Me Home, Country Roads". What is his name?"

...1. John Paul Young 2. John Denver 3. John Travolta 4. John Cougar Mellencamp

[Answer] 8. Bobby Vinton has a hit with this colorful song. "Softer than satin was the light."

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. Bobby Vinton has a hit with this colorful song. "Softer than satin was the light.""

...1. Blue Velvet 2. Blue Cotton 3. Blue Polyester 4. Blue Denim Bobby Vinton was born in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania on April 16, 1935.

[Answer] 3. Before changing his name, this artist hit the top of the charts with "Let's Go Crazy" in 1984. Can you name this royal artist and his consorts?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. Before changing his name, this artist hit the top of the charts with "Let's Go Crazy" in 1984. Can you name this royal artist and his consorts?"

...1. Queen and the Harem 2. Sir Duke 3. King and his Court 4. Prince and the Revolution Prince and the Revolution released "Let's Go Crazy" as a single from the album called "Purple Rain" and the song soared to the top of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charts for a two week stay in the fall of 1984. It has historically been one of Prince's most popular songs and is regularly performed at his concert appearances.

[Ans] Which golf club is designed to hit the ball with the highest launch angle?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which golf club is designed to hit the ball with the highest launch angle?"

Anyone who plays golf knows that the driver hits the ball the farthest of any club. It also has the lowest launch angle, or "loft." Loft is the amount that the face of the club slopes back. The wedge is the club with the highest loft and is used to pop the ball high up in the air. The wedge is commonly used with a full swing to produce high-altitude shots or lifting the ball over trees. The wedge can aid the player in making accurate short-distance "lob" shots, to get the ball onto the green or out of a hazard or other tricky spot.

[Answer] Which golf club is designed to hit the ball with the highest launch angle?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which golf club is designed to hit the ball with the highest launch angle?"

...Anyone who plays golf knows that the driver hits the ball the farthest of any club. It also has the lowest launch angle, or "loft." Loft is the amount that the face of the club slopes back. The wedge is the club with the highest loft and is used to pop the ball high up in the air. The wedge is commonly used with a full swing to produce high-altitude shots or lifting the ball over trees. The wedge can aid the player in making accurate short-distance "lob" shots, to get the ball onto the green or out of a hazard or other tricky spot.

[Answer] 5. Which American singer had a hit with "The Way We Were"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. Which American singer had a hit with "The Way We Were"?"

...1. Dionne Warwick 2. Carly Simon 3. Olivia Newton-John 4. Barbra Streisand "The Way We Were" was Barbra Streisand's first number one single in the US. It came from the movie also named "The Way We Were" (1973).

[Answer] What was the Beatles' first #1 hit in America?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What was the Beatles' first #1 hit in America?"

...1. \"Let It Be\" 2. \"Help!\" 3. \"I Want to Hold Your Hand\" 4. \"Hey Jude\"

[Answer] 3. "Great Balls of Fire" was one of the greatest rock and roll songs. Who had a hit with this song in 1957?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. "Great Balls of Fire" was one of the greatest rock and roll songs. Who had a hit with this song in 1957?"

...1. Jerry Lee Lewis 2. Roy Orbison 3. Chuck Berry 4. Eddie Cochran Jerry Lee Lewis recorded "Great Balls of Fire" in Memphis, Tennessee in October 1957. It reached number two on the US Billboard pop charts, number three on the R&B charts, and number one on the country charts. It also reached number one on the UK pop charts. Jerry Lee Lewis's rendition was ranked as the 96th Greatest Song Ever by "Rolling Stone". Jerry Lee Lewis was born in 1935 and was one of the early pioneers of rock and roll music. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. In 2004 "Rolling Stone" Magazine ranked him on their list of "The 100 Greatest Artists of All Time" as number 24.

[Answer] 6. Which of these singers had a number one hit in 1964 with "Oh Pretty Woman"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. Which of these singers had a number one hit in 1964 with "Oh Pretty Woman"?"

...1. Billy Fury 2. Elvis Presley 3. Roy Orbison 4. Gene Pitney Roy Orbison could do little wrong in the '60s. "Oh Pretty Woman" was his seventh top-ten hit and his third number one. After a fairly barren time through the '70s, his star seemed to back in the ascendancy in the '80s. His untimely death in 1988 was a great loss to music.

[Answer] Which batsman has hit 6 sixes in an over in a T20 international?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which batsman has hit 6 sixes in an over in a T20 international?"

...The over was bowled by Dutch leg-spinner Daan van Bunge. On 19 September 2007, during a match between England and India in the inaugural T20 World Cup, Yuvraj Singh became the first batsman to hit six sixes in an over in a T20 International, in an over bowled by Stuart Broad.

[Answer] 8. ___ Lavigne had her first big hit with "Complicated". What is her first name?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. ___ Lavigne had her first big hit with "Complicated". What is her first name?"

...1. Avril 2. Abby 3. Amanda 4. Aaron Avril Lavigne's first CD is called "Let Go".

[Answer] 7. "Runaway" was a hit for which American rock and roll singer?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. "Runaway" was a hit for which American rock and roll singer?"

...1. Bo Diddley 2. Roy Orbison 3. Duane Eddy 4. Del Shannon "Runaway" is a song by Del Shannon and went to number one in both the US and UK. It has since been covered by artists such as The Small Faces, Bonnie Raitt and The Misfits.

[Answer] 10. Music. What 1967 single was a top ten hit for Van Morrison?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. Music. What 1967 single was a top ten hit for Van Morrison?"

...1. A Pair Of Brown Eyes 2. Brown-Eyed Girl 3. Pale Blue Eyes 4. One Two Brown Eyes It hit number ten on the charts in 1967. 'A Pair Of Brown Eyes' is a song by the Pogues. 'Pale Blue Eyes' is a Velvet Underground song. 'One Two Brown Eyes' was a 1964 single by Them (Morrison's band).

[Answer] The brother of which of actor recorded a top 10 Billboard hit in the 1980s?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The brother of which of actor recorded a top 10 Billboard hit in the 1980s?"

...Frank Stallone Jr. is the younger brother of Sylvester Stallone and wrote music for many of his movies. His song "Far from Over", which appeared in the 1983 film Staying Alive and was also featured in the film's soundtrack, peaked at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100, for which he received Golden Globe and Grammy nominations. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Album of Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Special. Frank has recorded nine solo albums receiving praise from legends Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett.

[Ans] The brother of which of actor recorded a top 10 Billboard hit in the 1980s?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "The brother of which of actor recorded a top 10 Billboard hit in the 1980s?"

Frank Stallone Jr. is the younger brother of Sylvester Stallone and wrote music for many of his movies. His song "Far from Over", which appeared in the 1983 film Staying Alive and was also featured in the film's soundtrack, peaked at number ten on the Billboard Hot 100, for which he received Golden Globe and Grammy nominations. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Album of Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Special. Frank has recorded nine solo albums receiving praise from legends Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett.

[Answer] 8. The Fifth Dimension had a number one hit in 1969 with the medley of "Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In". From what Broadway show was this song taken?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. The Fifth Dimension had a number one hit in 1969 with the medley of "Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In". From what Broadway show was this song taken?"

...1. Grease 2. Oh! Calcutta 3. Smokey Joe's Cafe 4. Hair Hair gave us a number of enduring hits such as the song with the same name as the title "Hair", "Easy To Be Hard", "Be-In", "Where Do I Go?" and "Good Morning Starshine" among others, but it was the medley of "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine hit which made it to the top of the charts for The Fifth Dimension, spending six weeks at the top of the charts in the spring of 1969. The performance won the group two Grammys in 1970. The song is also listed on Billboard Magazine's list of the "Greatest Songs of All Time" at number 57. Stay alert. More on the way. If you enjoyed this quiz, please play the others in this series (Vols. 1 through 6 ) that have already been posted.