Test Your Don Williams Knowledge Quiz

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Question 1

What year did Don Williams begin his solo career?

A	1969
B	1971
C	1975
D	1980
E	1985

Question 1 Explanation:

Don Williams started his solo career in 1971, after his time with the Pozo-Seco Singers.

Question 2

What nickname was Don Williams known by due to his voice and presence?

A	The King of Country
B	The Gentle Giant
C	The Quiet Storm
D	The Smooth Operator
E	The Texas Troubadour

Question 2 Explanation:

Don Williams was called "The Gentle Giant" for his smooth bass-baritone voice and imposing build.

Question 3

In which movie did Don Williams star with Burt Reynolds and Jerry Reed in 1975?

A	Smokey and the Bandit
B	Deliverance
C	W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings
D	Gator
E	The Longest Yard

Question 3 Explanation:

Don Williams starred in "W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings" with Burt Reynolds and Jerry Reed in 1975.

Question 4

What year was Don Williams inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame?

A	1999
B	2005
C	2010
D	2015
E	2020

Question 4 Explanation:

Don Williams was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2010.

Question 5

What was the name of the folk-pop group Don Williams was a part of before his solo career?

A	The Seekers
B	The Pozo-Seco Singers
C	The Kingston Trio
D	The Mamas & the Papas
E	The New Christy Minstrels

Question 5 Explanation:

Don Williams was a member of the Pozo-Seco Singers before starting his solo career.

Question 6

Which family member of Don Williams died from electrocution in 1963?

A	His father
B	His mother
C	His eldest brother
D	His youngest brother
E	His uncle

Question 6 Explanation:

Don Williams' eldest brother, Kenneth, died from electrocution in 1963.

Question 7

What was Don Williams' first single with ABC/Dot Records?

A	"We Should Be Together"
B	"You're My Best Friend"
C	"I Believe in You"
D	"I Wouldn't Want to Live If You Didn't Love Me"
E	"I Recall a Gypsy Woman"

Question 7 Explanation:

Don Williams' first single with ABC/Dot Records was "I Wouldn't Want to Live If You Didn't Love Me," which became a number one hit.

Question 8

Which song by Don Williams reached number five in 1974?

A	"You're My Best Friend"
B	"We Should Be Together"
C	"I Believe in You"
D	"I Recall a Gypsy Woman"
E	"I Wouldn't Want to Live If You Didn't Love Me"

Question 8 Explanation:

Don Williams' 1974 song "We Should Be Together" reached number five on the charts.

Question 9

In which movie did Don Williams appear as himself and perform several songs?

A	W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings
B	Smokey and the Bandit
C	Gator
D	The Longest Yard
E	Smokey and the Bandit II

Question 9 Explanation:

Don Williams appeared as himself in "Smokey and the Bandit II," where he also played several songs.

Question 10

Who were the guest artists featured on Don Williams' 2012 record "And So It Goes"?

A	Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris
B	Alison Krauss, Keith Urban, Vince Gill
C	Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Brad Paisley
D	Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood
E	Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson, George Strait