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Are you an Elvis fan?? Do this Quiz to find out how much you actually know about the King of Music!!
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1
Without Elvis, the Beatles never would’ve become a band, they were very influenced by Elvis
False
True
2
What was Elvis’ favorite genre of music?
Country
Rock n Roll of course!
Opera
Gospel
3
Who was Elvis’ manager?
Priscilla Presley
Colonel Tom Parker
Joe Esposito
Vernon Presley
4
Was Elvis an only child?
He had two other siblings who died at a very young age
No, he had a twin
He had a twin who was stillborn, so he was an only child
He was the oldest of 5 children
5
Which movie costar did Elvis send flowers to at all of their shows until he died?
Juliet Prowse
Judy Tyler
Ann Margret
Marilyn Monroe
6
Which President did Elvis meet with in 1970?
Donald Trump
John F. Kennedy
Richard Nixon
Ronald Reagan
7
What did Elvis want to be when he was a kid (and some say he did become before he died)?
A police officer
A chef
A teacher
A pianist
8
Elvis would often throw his $10,000 capes, belts, scarves, and expensive rings into the audience for his fans.
True
False
9
On which show was Elvis forced to sing “Hound Dog” to a real hound dog?
The Tonight Show
The Steve Allen Show
The Milton Berle Show
The Ed Sullivan Show
10
Why did Elvis wear sunglasses all the time?
He always forgot he was wearing them
He used it as fashion, his signature style
He was insecure about his eyes
He had an eye disease, and his eyes were sensitive to light
11
How old was Priscilla when Elvis married her?
14 years
24 years
21 years
16 years
12
Which is NOT a nickname that has been used for Elvis?
The King of Rock n Roll
Elvis Pretzel
Swiveling Pelvis
Elvis the Pelvis
13
Elvis is the best selling solo artist of all time
False
True
14
Elvis’ Christmas Album is the best selling Christmas album of all time.
True
False
15
After a decade of acting in movies, what did Elvis do to prove he was still the King of Rock n Roll?
Aloha From Hawaii
That’s the Way It Is
The ‘68 Comeback Special
Elvis on Tour
16
How many movies did Elvis star in during his acting career?
50
6
10
31
17
What was something that Vernon Presley, his father, ordered to be at his funeral?
A large line of white Cadillacs and police motorcycles
Every fan to come down to the funeral
Many, many flowers
A huge stone statue of Elvis
18
What book had Elvis been reading when he died?
The History of Karate
How to Become an Expert Hip Swiveller!
Southern Cook Book
The Holy Bible
19
What happened while Elvis was in the army that effected his whole life until the day he died?
He released a new record that didn’t do very good
His pet dog died
He got a new monkey named Scatter!
His mom, Gladys, died :(
20
Why did Elvis wear high collars?
It would keep the light out of his eyes
He was insecure about his “scrawny” neck
They would hold his scarves on better
He thought it’d bring out his face
21
Elvis’ dance moves inspired some of Michael Jackson’s famous moves.
True
False
22
What was Elvis’ true personality like?
He was extremely rude, obnoxious, full of himself
He was VERY generous, humble, charismatic, funny, religious
He was a horrible person, he would get into fights and throw things
He was way too nice; he was a wimpy weak guy
23
Thanks to his manager, Elvis’ schedule for most of his career throughout the 1970s looked like:
Three concerts per night, every day of the week
1 show per week
2 shows a night, every day of the week, touring all the time
1 show every afternoon, every weekday
24
What was Elvis’ favorite movie that he acted in?
King Creole
Jailhouse Rock
Viva Las Vegas
Love Me Tender
25
Elvis got a guitar for his 11th birthday. What had he originally wanted?
A rifle
A dog
A Cadillac
A piano
26
What was Colonel Tom Parker like in real life?
He was very nice, he did everything he thought was best for Elvis
He was bossy and spanked Elvis whenever he got mad at him
He was ordinary, he was sometimes nice and could get a little mean
He was greedy, took advantage of Elvis’ kindness and loyalty
27
Was Elvis any good at Karate?
No, he wasn’t good at it, he just enjoyed it
He was average at Karate
Yes! He had a black belt in Karate!
No, he just kicked and did karate stuff on stage
28
What was the name of Elvis’ background singing group in the 1970s?
The Supremes
The Jordanaires
The Sweet Inspirations
The Blue Moon Boys
29
Why did Elvis wear scarves all the time?
He got cold during concerts, and the scarves were warm
As a signature clothing style
To wipe the sweat out of his eyes
To look fancy
30
Where did Elvis first meet Priscilla Beaulieu?
While on tour in Europe
While on vacation in Paris
While in the army in Italy
While in the army in Germany
31
Why was Elvis forced to act in movies that he disliked and wasn’t able to show how great of an actor he was?
They threatened to break his hips if he didn’t
They threatened to shave off his amazing sideburns if he didn’t
He signed a contract earlier in his career with his manager
They chained him to a wall until he agreed to act in them
32
Where did Elvis die in his house?
In the garage, he had been admiring his beautiful pink Cadillac
In his bathroom, he was reading a book
In his kitchen, he was eating a peanut butter and banana sandwich
In his bed, he had been sleeping
33
Elvis’ dad went to prison when Elvis was very young, why did he get arrested?
He ripped a calico cat’s head off
He attacked an eagle
He forged a check
He robbed a bank
34
What year did Elvis first become extremely famous?
1968
1954
1956
1973
35
Which is NOT a theory for Elvis’ death?
Genetics (his mom died around the same age)
Elvis faked his death to escape the fame
A fan accidentally murdered him
A prescription drug overdose
36
What almost killed Elvis and his family when he was just 1 year old?
He broke his hip while swiveling
Elvis got a terrible case of the flu!
His house caught on fire and burnt to the ground!
One of the most dangerous tornados in US history!
37
What was Elvis’ best selling song of his whole career?
Blue Christmas
Hound Dog
It’s Now or Never
Suspicious Minds
38
Elvis was born special: what was his stillborn twin’s name?
Joe Esposito
Jesse Garon
Lisa Marie
Minnie Mae
39
Aloha from Hawaii concert was in 1973, the first concert ever filmed via satellite. How many people were watching?
Every person on Earth
Around 1.5 billion people!
About a million people!
Around 100,000 people!
40
What song did Elvis perform that caused controversy over his “swiveling hips” and unusual singing style?
“Hound Dog” on the Milton Berle Show
“That’s All Right” on the Steve Allen Show
“Ready Teddy” on the Ed Sullivan Show
“Heartbreak Hotel” on the Ed Sullivan Show
41
What was Elvis’ first #1 hit?
All Shook Up
That’s All Right
Hound Dog
Heartbreak Hotel
42
The most flowers ever sold in one day in US history was on:
Elvis’ funeral
Elvis’ wedding day
Elvis 30th birthday
The birth of Elvis’ daughter
43
What was Elvis’ favorite food?
Fried fish
Cheeseburgers
Chicken nuggets
Fried peanut butter and banana sandwich
44
Who is Elvis’ only child?
Lisa Marie
Red West
Joe Esposito
Marilyn Monroe
45
Did Elvis like the movies that he acted in?
No! He thought that they all were the same and didn’t showcase his talent
Yes! They gave him a chance to show how great of an actor he was
Yes! They were full of great songs
No! He wanted to sing EVEN MORE songs in the movies
46
There is no video footage of Elvis’ opening night in Las Vegas in 1969
False
True
47
Graceland is the second most visited house in the US, after the White House
False
True
48
When was Elvis born, and when did he die?
1926-1962
1935-1977
1970-2000
1956-1973
49
When did Elvis serve in the US army?
From 1958-1960
From 1960-1965
From 1935-1977
From 1973-1977
50
Why didn’t Elvis get to do concerts outside the USA?
Elvis was too lazy to fly overseas
Elvis worried other countries wouldn’t make his favorite sandwich
His manager was an illegal immigrant and was afraid he’d be deported
Elvis thought that the climate of other countries would ruin his hair
