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Quiz about George Strait A Legend in His Time

George Strait, A Legend in His Time Quiz

This quiz is about the life of George Strait. I hope you enjoy it.

A multiple-choice quiz by rawhide13. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
rawhide13

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
304,227

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Question 1 of 10

1. George Strait was born in Poteet, Texas. What occurred while George was in the third grade, that changed his life at home? Hint

He broke his leg.

His parents were divorced.

He was expelled from school.

He failed third grade.

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Question 2 of 10

2. George Strait dropped out of university and eloped with his high school sweetheart. What was her name? Hint

Jean

Norma

Betty

Jenifer

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Question 3 of 10

3. George Strait joined the army in 1972. Where was he stationed? Hint

Texas

Hawaii

Fort Knox

Alaska

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Question 4 of 10

4. George Strait was given an honour which made him the second artist to receive this while still actively recording. What was that honour? Hint

He sang for the President of the United States

He was inducted into the Country Hall of Fame

He had his picture on the cover of Music City News

He had his picture on the cover of The Rolling Stone

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which band did George Strait join while at university? Hint

Ace in The Hole Band

Texas Troubidour Band

Texas Playboys Band

The Bob Will's Band

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Question 6 of 10

6. George Strait and his wife Norma lost their first born child in 1986. What charitable foundation did they set up in her name? Hint

Strait From The Heart Foundation

The Jenifer Lynn Strait Foundation.

The Jenifer Strait Foundation

The Strait Foundation

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Question 7 of 10

7. George and Norma's second child was a son whom he named George Strait Jr. What is his nickname? Hint

Buck

Bubba

Georgy

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Question 8 of 10

8. One of George Strait's passions is the rodeo. What event does he and his son sometimes compete in together? Hint

Team Penning

Team Roping

Steer Wrestling

Tie-down Roping

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Question 9 of 10

9. George Strait and his brother, Buddy, host a special event each year. What is it? Hint

Sing Along With George Jubilee

The Strait Brothers Annual Rodeo

The George Strait Annual Rodeo

George Strait Team Roping Classic

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Question 10 of 10

10. George Strait has acted in several motion pictures. What was the name of the first film that he had a part in? Hint

Pure Country

Flicka

The Horse Whisperer

The Soldier

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. George Strait was born in Poteet, Texas. What occurred while George was in the third grade, that changed his life at home?

Answer: His parents were divorced.

His parents were divorced during George's third grade. His mother and his sister moved away, leaving him and his brother to live with his father.

2. George Strait dropped out of university and eloped with his high school sweetheart. What was her name?

Answer: Norma

George dropped out of Southwest Texas State University, and travelled to Mexico to elope with Norma. After a few weeks, they returned to Texas to repeat their vows in a church (December 1971).

3. George Strait joined the army in 1972. Where was he stationed?

Answer: Hawaii

George was stationed at the Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. While in the army he joined a country band that played in local venues off the barracks. He was discharged from the army with honour in 1975.

4. George Strait was given an honour which made him the second artist to receive this while still actively recording. What was that honour?

Answer: He was inducted into the Country Hall of Fame

Some critics call George Strait the King of Country Music. He won CMA Entertainer of the year in 1989 and 1990 and ACM Entertainer of the year in 1990. He has been nominated for these awards more than any other artist. He ranks only behind the Beatles and Elvis for record sales.

In 2006 George Strait was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He was the second artist to receive this honour while still actively recording. As of 2008, George Strait holds the record for Number One hits on "Billboard Hot Country Songs" chart as well as many number one hits on other charts, breaking Conway Twitty's record for the most Number One hits in all charts To this date he is still recording, so his record might still get higher!

5. Which band did George Strait join while at university?

Answer: Ace in The Hole Band

George joined the Ace in the Hole Band on October 14, 1979. He played in honky tonks across southern, central, and eastern Texas. They soon became popular enough to open for other bands, one of which was The Texas Playboys.

6. George Strait and his wife Norma lost their first born child in 1986. What charitable foundation did they set up in her name?

Answer: The Jenifer Lynn Strait Foundation.

Jenifer Lynn Strait was thirteen years old when she was killed in an automobile accident, in San Marcos, Texas. The Foundation donates money to children's charities in the San Antonio area.

7. George and Norma's second child was a son whom he named George Strait Jr. What is his nickname?

Answer: Bubba

George Strait Jr., or Bubba, was born May 14, 1981. He graduated from Texas A&M University, and has pursued a career as a Team Roper in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). George Strait Jr. uses the name "Bubba" when signing autographs, and when he signs up for competitions. He even uses the name "Bubba" in endorsements.

8. One of George Strait's passions is the rodeo. What event does he and his son sometimes compete in together?

Answer: Team Roping

George is a member of the PRCA. He and his son, Bubba, have competed as team roping partners. A few of his other favorite activities are fishing, golfing and motorcycle riding.

9. George Strait and his brother, Buddy, host a special event each year. What is it?

Answer: George Strait Team Roping Classic

Some of the best ropers in the world compete in this rodeo. Tickets for this event are usually sold out within minutes.

10. George Strait has acted in several motion pictures. What was the name of the first film that he had a part in?

Answer: The Soldier

George played a small role in "The Soldier" in 1982. He played the part of a singer in a honky tonk bar. His biggest role was the lead in "Pure Country". He played "Dusty", a famous country singer. He also had cameo appearances in "Grand Champion".

Source: Author rawhide13

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