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Quiz about Mother and Child Reunion Tour

Mother and Child Reunion Tour Trivia Quiz

Paul Simon recorded "Mother and Child Reunion" in 1971 for release in 1972. Besides being a great singer, he has been a very prolific song-writer. This quiz will bring you to the "reunion" with Simon as you take a "tour" of his songs and his life.

A multiple-choice quiz by Trivia_Fan54. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Trivia_Fan54

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
396,752

Updated
Apr 03 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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401

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Question 1 of 10

1. Where did Paul Simon get the title for the song "Mother and Child Reunion"? Hint

From a touching story he enjoyed as a child.

It is a salute to his own mother.

From an Asian menu with a chicken and egg dish of the same name.

It is a salute to all mothers.

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Question 2 of 10

2. Paul Simon teamed up with Art Garfunkel to form a musical duo early in his career. What is significant about the name "Simon & Garfunkel"? Hint

It was the first time only artists' surnames had been used to name a group in pop music.

It was the first time that only three words had been used to name a group in pop music.

It was the first time that mothers' maiden names had been used to name a group in pop music.

It was the first time that street names had been used to name a group in pop music.

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Question 3 of 10

3. What was the first song ever recorded by Paul Simon (with his partner Art Garfunkel)? It reflects the stage of life both were in at the time. Hint

Runaround Sue

Mr. Niceguy

Hey, Schoolgirl

Little Suzie

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Question 4 of 10

4. Paul Simon began to release solo albums after his split with Art Garfunkel. On which album (by order) did "Mother and Child Reunion" appear after the split? Hint

First

Third

Second

Fourth

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Question 5 of 10

5. Paul Simon announced his retirement in 2018. How many Grammy Awards had he won up to that point, including those won with Art Garfunkel? Hint

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Question 6 of 10

6. As of his retirement (2018) Paul Simon had received the Kennedy Centre Honours.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. In 2002, Paul Simon received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song that appeared in which animated movie? Hint

Treasure Planet

Lilo & Stitch

The Wild Thornberrys Movie

Return to Neverland

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Question 8 of 10

8. On which show did Paul Simon appear, to entertain first responders, shortly after the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade Centre? Hint

Saturday Night Live

Late Night with David Letterman

60 Minutes

The Tonight Show

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which fellow musician did Paul Simon marry in 1992? Hint

Carly Simon

Joan Baez

Joni Mitchell

Edie Brickell

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Question 10 of 10

10. Besides music, what area has Paul Simon supported with his philanthropic efforts? Hint

Environmental concerns in the US

US animal welfare

Children's health in the US

US college and university scholarships

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Where did Paul Simon get the title for the song "Mother and Child Reunion"?

Answer: From an Asian menu with a chicken and egg dish of the same name.

In an interview with Rolling Stone Magazine in 1972, Paul Simon said that he saw the name of this dish on a Chinese restaurant's menu. That said, the dish seems to have its origins in Japan where a rice dish called oyakodon is served. In this dish, the chicken and egg are simmered in a stock, then served over a large bowl of rice.

2. Paul Simon teamed up with Art Garfunkel to form a musical duo early in his career. What is significant about the name "Simon & Garfunkel"?

Answer: It was the first time only artists' surnames had been used to name a group in pop music.

Up until 1964, the duo had been performing as "Tom & Jerry". When they got a contract for their first album with Columbia Records, executives there felt that they should use their own names for the group. This led to a change to "Simon & Garfunkel".

3. What was the first song ever recorded by Paul Simon (with his partner Art Garfunkel)? It reflects the stage of life both were in at the time.

Answer: Hey, Schoolgirl

"Hey, Schoolgirl" was written and performed by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel as Tom & Jerry in 1957. It was recorded by Big Records and reached Number 49 in the charts. Both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel were still in high school when this song was recorded.

4. Paul Simon began to release solo albums after his split with Art Garfunkel. On which album (by order) did "Mother and Child Reunion" appear after the split?

Answer: First

This song marks the first time that Paul Simon recorded music that some considered somewhat experimental. Its rhythm was inspired by Jamaican music, and reached the top five on both the US and British music charts.

5. Paul Simon announced his retirement in 2018. How many Grammy Awards had he won up to that point, including those won with Art Garfunkel?

Answer: 12

Paul Simon has actually been nominated for 24 Grammy Awards over the years in a number of different categories. Besides winning twelve of those awards, he also won two Brit Awards and has been nominated for an additional Brit Award.

6. As of his retirement (2018) Paul Simon had received the Kennedy Centre Honours.

Answer: True

Paul Simon received the Kennedy Centre Honours in 2002. This award is the highest available tribute to American performing and cultural artists.

7. In 2002, Paul Simon received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song that appeared in which animated movie?

Answer: The Wild Thornberrys Movie

This ballad called "Father and Daughter" was included in "The Wild Thornberrys Movie" about the singer's love for his daughter. It received the Oscar nomination, and also received the nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song.

8. On which show did Paul Simon appear, to entertain first responders, shortly after the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade Centre?

Answer: Saturday Night Live

Paul Simon was born and raised in New York City, so he decided to help begin the healing process for first responders. Only 18 days after the attack, Paul Simon made a special appearance on "Saturday Night Live" where he performed "The Boxer" to an audience of firefighters and police officers.

9. Which fellow musician did Paul Simon marry in 1992?

Answer: Edie Brickell

Paul Simon married Edie Brickell on May 30, 1992. He had been married twice before, but his marriage to Ms. Brickell has lasted well into the 21st century. They have three children.

10. Besides music, what area has Paul Simon supported with his philanthropic efforts?

Answer: Children's health in the US

Paul Simon co-founded the Children's Health Project and the Children's Health Fund. The money raised takes special buses complete with medical care items, similar to a mobile clinic, to medically underserviced areas. The first bus was used in New York City, but the foundation now uses them to service children in twelve states in the US, in both urban and rural areas. Paul Simon is also well-known for supporting a variety of children's music programs.

Source: Author Trivia_Fan54

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