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Quiz about American Idol The First 4 Seasons Pt1

"American Idol " - The First 4 Seasons - Pt.1 Quiz

This quiz is for all of you "American Idol" fans. It covers many of the highlights of seasons 1 through 4. Enjoy my review of this great show's first four years! This is part one.

A multiple-choice quiz by memorylane42. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
memorylane42

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
209,721

Updated
Dec 03 21

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. The "American Idol" series was based on a British version called "Pop Idol".

True

False

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of these characteristics applied to season 1 only? Hint

all of these

The show was aired during the summer months

There were two hosts, instead of just one.

There were only ten finalists

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which season featured several strong female contestants, (including the four top finalists) who were often referred to as "the divas"? Hint

season 2

season 1

season 3

season 4

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Question 4 of 10

4. The same three judges appeared in each of the first four seasons.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which "American Idol" finalist entered the competition at the tender age of 16? Hint

John Stevens

Diana DeGarmo

Mikalah Gordon

all of these

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of these contestants were the two oldest of the first four seasons? Hint

Kimberley Locke and Vanessa Oliverez

E Jay Day and Jim Verraros

Constantine Maroulis and Bo Bice

La Toya London and Amy Adams

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of these "American Idol" contestants is a native of Birmingham, Alabama? Hint

Ruben Studdard

Fantasia Barrino

Kelly Clarkson

Clay Aiken

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which finalist was enlisted in the military during his performing season on "American Idol"? Hint

Matt Rogers

Josh Gracin

Scott Savol

none of these

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Question 9 of 10

9. Who won the "American Idol" title in season 3? Hint

Fantasia Barrino

Kelly Clarkson

Diana DeGarmo

Clay Aiken

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Question 10 of 10

10. Lindsey Cardinale, Mikalah Gordon, Jessica Sierra, and Nikko Smith were the first four finalists to be eliminated during which season? Hint

season 2

season 4

season 1

season 3

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The "American Idol" series was based on a British version called "Pop Idol".

Answer: True

The British "Pop Idol" was produced by Simon Fuller. Simon Cowell was one of the judges. In addition to "American Idol", other successful spin offs such as "Canadian Idol", and "Australian Idol" were created.

2. Which of these characteristics applied to season 1 only?

Answer: all of these

The number of finalists was increased from ten to twelve after season 1, which aired from June to September of 2002. Starting with season 2, the slightly longer seasons ran from January to May. Also, during season 1, Brian Dunkleman co-hosted the show along with Ryan Seacrest. Dunkleman left the show after it's first season to pursue other career opportunities.

3. Which season featured several strong female contestants, (including the four top finalists) who were often referred to as "the divas"?

Answer: season 3

Fantasia Barrino won the title of "American Idol" for season 3. Diana DeGarmo became her runner-up, followed by Jasmine Trias and La Toya London. Jennifer Hudson, who finished in seventh place was also considered a top contender.

4. The same three judges appeared in each of the first four seasons.

Answer: True

Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell were the judges during all of the first four seasons.

5. Which "American Idol" finalist entered the competition at the tender age of 16?

Answer: all of these

Mikalah was the second finalist to be eliminated in season 4. John Stevens earned a sixth place spot in season 3. Diana DeGarmo, also of season 3, finished the season as runner-up to Fantasia Barrino. These three were the youngest finalists of the first four seasons.

6. Which of these contestants were the two oldest of the first four seasons?

Answer: Constantine Maroulis and Bo Bice

The preliminary auditions begin during the summer prior to the show's next season. Therefore, most of the contestants will celebrate a birthday between the time of their audition and the end of the following "American Idol" season. Both Bo and Constantine entered the competition at the maximum age of 28, then turned 29 before the end of season 4.

7. Which of these "American Idol" contestants is a native of Birmingham, Alabama?

Answer: Ruben Studdard

Ruben Studdard, the second winner of "American Idol", was born in Birmingham on July 14, 1978. He was also known as "the velvet teddy bear". Ruben's proudly worn 205 t-shirts displayed his home town area code. He was a big favorite among southern fans; particularly those from Alabama.

8. Which finalist was enlisted in the military during his performing season on "American Idol"?

Answer: Josh Gracin

Joshua Gracin was a marine during season 2. He finished in fourth place.

9. Who won the "American Idol" title in season 3?

Answer: Fantasia Barrino

Fantasia was a 19 year old from High Point, North Carolina with a background in gospel singing when she auditioned for the third season of "American Idol". She was very popular with the judges, as well as with the voting audience. Her performances of "Chain Of Fools", "I Believe", and George Gershwin's "Summertime" from "Porgy And Bess" were particularly memorable.

Her first full album is titled "Free Yourself".

10. Lindsey Cardinale, Mikalah Gordon, Jessica Sierra, and Nikko Smith were the first four finalists to be eliminated during which season?

Answer: season 4

This was the elimination order of the first four finalists to leave the competition during season 4.

Source: Author memorylane42

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