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Perry Como Trivia Quiz

My parents have to be two of Perry Como's all time greatest fans! I must admit, I'm kinda partial to him myself! The man sure could sing. How much do you know about the late, great Perry Como?

A multiple-choice quiz by ballykissangel. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
ballykissangel

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
71,557

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Tough

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5 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Perry Como was born Pierino Ronald Como on May 18th, 1912. Where was he born? Hint

Florence, Italy

Palena, Italy

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

New York, New York

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of the following is TRUE of Perry Como? Hint

He was the 7th son of a 7th son

He could not play any musical instruments

He could not read music

He was an only child

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Question 3 of 10

3. Perry apprenticed as a barber as a young boy. At what age did he own his own barber shop? Hint

age 22

age 16

age 14

age 19

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 1933, at age 21, Perry married his sweetheart, Roselle Belline. They remained married until her death. How many years were they married? Hint

58 years

53 years

49 years

65 years

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Question 5 of 10

5. Perry auditioned first for Cleveland bandleader, Freddie Carlone. What was the year? Hint

1931

1928

1933

1936

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Question 6 of 10

6. What was the first record label Perry recorded for in 1935? Hint

RCA Victor

DECCA

MCA Records

ECM Records

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Question 7 of 10

7. What article of clothing was Perry Como associated with? Hint

shirt and tie

corduroy trousers

trench coat

cardigan sweater

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Question 8 of 10

8. How many children did Perry and Roselle have? Hint

three

none

seven

five

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Question 9 of 10

9. Did Perry Como ever win a Grammy award?

Answer: (Yes or No, Y or N)

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Question 10 of 10

10. To which one of the following was Perry NOT referred as? Hint

Mr. Perfectionist

Mr. 'C'

Mr. Nice Guy

Mr. Class

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Perry Como was born Pierino Ronald Como on May 18th, 1912. Where was he born?

Answer: Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

His parents, Pietro and Lucia Como were Italian immigrants.

2. Which of the following is TRUE of Perry Como?

Answer: He was the 7th son of a 7th son

It must have brought him luck!

3. Perry apprenticed as a barber as a young boy. At what age did he own his own barber shop?

Answer: age 14

Perry had an established barber shop and 2 employees at age 14.

4. In 1933, at age 21, Perry married his sweetheart, Roselle Belline. They remained married until her death. How many years were they married?

Answer: 65 years

Roselle died in 1998, just two weeks after their 65th anniversary!

5. Perry auditioned first for Cleveland bandleader, Freddie Carlone. What was the year?

Answer: 1933

6. What was the first record label Perry recorded for in 1935?

Answer: DECCA

7. What article of clothing was Perry Como associated with?

Answer: cardigan sweater

Cardigan sweaters were referred to as 'Perry Como sweaters'.

8. How many children did Perry and Roselle have?

Answer: three

They had 3 children: Roland, Therese and David.

9. Did Perry Como ever win a Grammy award?

Answer: Yes

Perry received a Grammy in 1958 as 'Best Male Vocalist'.

10. To which one of the following was Perry NOT referred as?

Answer: Mr. Perfectionist

Perry was very highly regarded by all who knew him.

Source: Author ballykissangel

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