1970s Punk Rock
1 / 15Remember when punk rock shook up the music world? Test your knowledge of the rebellious 1970s punk scene!
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Which New York City club is considered the birthplace of American punk rock?
About 1970s Punk Rock
1970s Punk Rock is a free nostalgia trivia quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Remember when punk rock shook up the music world? Test your knowledge of the rebellious 1970s punk scene! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. Which New York City club is considered the birthplace of American punk rock?
Answer: CBGB
2. Who was the lead singer of the Sex Pistols?
Answer: Johnny Rotten
3. What was the Ramones' debut single released in 1976?
Answer: Blitzkrieg Bop
4. Which punk band released the album 'London Calling' in 1979?
Answer: The Clash
5. What controversial Sex Pistols song was released during Queen Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee in 1977?
Answer: God Save the Queen
Frequently asked questions
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How many questions are in 1970s Punk Rock?
1970s Punk Rock has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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