Chicago 1970s Rock and Pop Trivia Quiz
Chicago blended rock, jazz, and pop into a distinctive sound throughout the 1970s. This trivia quiz explores the group's memorable singles, prominent vocalists, signature horn arrangements, unusual album artwork, and the recordings that carried the band from rock radio to the pop charts.
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Terry | 10 / 10 | 2:42 |
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Bilvy | 10 / 10 | 3:01 |
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Kathy | 10 / 10 | 3:06 |
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Bob | 10 / 10 | 3:59 |
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Kathy | 10 / 10 | 3:06 |
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Bob | 10 / 10 | 3:59 |
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What This Quiz Covers
Questions cover a numerical song title, a holiday-inspired summer hit, the band's first chart-topper, its prominent bass vocalist, a familiar flute solo, the original group name, a chocolate-themed album cover, and a founding guitarist.
Trivia Study Guide ›
- What was Chicago's original band name when its debut album was released in 1969?
- Which 1970 Chicago ballad from the band's second album features a memorable flute solo?
- Which 1972 Chicago hit opens with a reference to the Fourth of July and describes a lively public gathering?
- Which instrument family helped distinguish Chicago's early-1970s sound from that of many other rock bands?
- Which 1976 Chicago ballad became the band's first No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100?
- Which Chicago bassist and singer provided the lead vocals on the group's 1976 hit 'If You Leave Me Now'?
- Which 1970 Chicago hit has a mysterious numerical title inspired by a late-night songwriting session?
- Which Chicago album featured a giant chocolate bar on its cover and included the hit 'If You Leave Me Now'?
- Which Chicago song from the group's early years asks a philosophical question about watching the clock?
- Which founding Chicago guitarist sang lead on the 1970 hit 'Make Me Smile'?
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