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Pink Floyd Albums Trivia Quiz

A small, rather easy test about one of the greatest bands ever.

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

Author
Strzyz

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
288,690

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
1321

Last 3 plays: Guest 31 (9/10), Guest 128 (7/10), Guest 140 (7/10).

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. Who was the first leader of the band? Hint

Syd Barrett

Bob Close

Roger Waters

Rick Wright

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Question 2 of 10

2. The first Floyd LP contained a song written by legendary bluesman Muddy Waters

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. What instrument was Rick Wright playing in the early stages of the band that later would become Pink Floyd? Hint

guitar

drums

keyboards

cello

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who was the sound engineer on some Floyd albums, who later started his own successful band? Hint

Alan Parsons

Trevor Horn

Chris Thomas

Trevor Rabin

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Question 5 of 10

5. There are claims that "The Great Gig In The Sky" was co-written by Clare Torry.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. In 1979 Waters presented two sets of songs to other band members, saying one of these sets will appear on the next Floyd album. One of the song sets was "The Wall", the other was... Hint

The Pros And Cons Of Hitch-Hiking

It never resurfaced on any album, only on some low quality bootlegs.

The Final Cut

Radio KAOS

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Question 7 of 10

7. Rick Wright co-wrote some songs on "A Momentary Lapse Of Reason"

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. Nick Mason co-wrote some songs on "The Division Bell".

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. A famous scientist is heard on "The Division Bell".

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. A famous Polish soundtrack composer contributed to David Gilmour's "On An Island".

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who was the first leader of the band?

Answer: Syd Barrett

Bob Close was the second guitarist in early Floyd days.

2. The first Floyd LP contained a song written by legendary bluesman Muddy Waters

Answer: False

"Take Up Thy Stethoscope And Walk" was written by Roger Waters, not Muddy Waters.

3. What instrument was Rick Wright playing in the early stages of the band that later would become Pink Floyd?

Answer: guitar

Rick began his rock career as a rhythm guitarist, later switching to piano and Farfisa organ. He can play cello, but not the drums.

4. Who was the sound engineer on some Floyd albums, who later started his own successful band?

Answer: Alan Parsons

Trevor Horn later created the Buggles, Trevor Rabin played in reformed Yes of the "90125" era. Chris Thomas did not start any band.

5. There are claims that "The Great Gig In The Sky" was co-written by Clare Torry.

Answer: True

Clare Torry simply added voice to an earlier composition. She later sued the band claiming that she co-wrote the song; some bootlegs show that an earlier version of "Great Gig..." was already very similar to the one known from "Dark Side..." minus the vocal.

Although Torry's vocal is what makes the track thrilling and memorable, it is debatable if adding vocal to a music written earlier counts as a co-writing credit. In an out-of-court settlement Floyds agreed to add ..."vocal composition: Clare Torry" - once again, it is debatable if this counts as a full credit. (See also Brooker/Fisher suit for "A Whiter Shade Of Pale").

6. In 1979 Waters presented two sets of songs to other band members, saying one of these sets will appear on the next Floyd album. One of the song sets was "The Wall", the other was...

Answer: The Pros And Cons Of Hitch-Hiking

The other set was released as Roger Waters' first solo LP.

7. Rick Wright co-wrote some songs on "A Momentary Lapse Of Reason"

Answer: False

His contribution on this album was small and he only played a few organ tracks.

8. Nick Mason co-wrote some songs on "The Division Bell".

Answer: False

Some of his musical ideas were considered, but no one finally made it to the album.

9. A famous scientist is heard on "The Division Bell".

Answer: True

His name is Professor Stephen Hawking. He wrote "A Brief History Of Time". His synthesized voice is heard at the beginning of "Keep Talking".

10. A famous Polish soundtrack composer contributed to David Gilmour's "On An Island".

Answer: True

His name is Zbigniew Preisner. He wrote music to many European movies, and also wrote orchestral parts for "OAI".

Source: Author Strzyz

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