Test Your Jethro Tull Knowledge Quiz

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Question 1

Who is the only constant member of Jethro Tull throughout its history?

A	Mick Abrahams
B	Martin Barre
C	Glenn Cornick
D	Ian Anderson
E	John Evan

Question 1 Explanation:

Ian Anderson is the group's founder, bandleader, principal composer, lead vocalist, and the only constant member.

Question 2

Which Jethro Tull album won a Grammy Award in 1987?

A	Songs from the Wood
B	Heavy Horses
C	Stormwatch
D	Crest of a Knave
E	Rock Island

Question 2 Explanation:

"Crest of a Knave" won the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance in 1987.

Question 3

Which instrument is Ian Anderson famously known for playing besides vocals?

A	Drums
B	Bass guitar
C	Saxophone
D	Flute
E	Harmonica

Question 3 Explanation:

Ian Anderson is famously known for playing the flute in addition to his role as the lead vocalist.

Question 4

What was the name of the band that Ian Anderson, Jeffrey Hammond, and John Evan were part of before Jethro Tull?

A	The Blue Notes
B	The Atlantics
C	The John Evan Band
D	The Silvertones
E	The Jazz Quintet

Question 4 Explanation:

Before Jethro Tull, Anderson, Hammond, and Evan were part of "The John Evan Band."

Question 5

Which single released by the band was miscredited as "Jethro Toe"?

A	Living in the Past
B	Sunshine Day
C	A Song for Jeffrey
D	Witch's Promise
E	Locomotive Breath

Question 5 Explanation:

The single "Sunshine Day" was released under the incorrect name "Jethro Toe." The more common correctly spelled version is actually a counterfeit made in New York.

Question 6

Why did Glenn Cornick leave Jethro Tull?

A	He was not interested in international travel
B	He wanted to focus on a solo career
C	He was fired by Ian Anderson
D	He disagreed with the band's musical direction
E	He was interested in joining another band

Question 6 Explanation:

While Cornick said he was fired by Anderson, the official reason given was that he was "invited to leave" and supported to form his own band.

Question 7

Which of the following songs was mimed during the performance at The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus?

A	Locomotive Breath
B	A Song for Jeffrey
C	Living in the Past
D	Witch's Promise
E	My God

Question 7 Explanation:

During The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus, the band's performance of "A Song for Jeffrey" was mimed except for Anderson's live vocals and flute.

Question 8

What was the fictional character co-credited for writing "Thick as a Brick"?

A	Ian Anderson
B	Martin Barre
C	Gerald Bostock
D	John Glascock
E	Dee Palmer

Question 8 Explanation:

"Thick as a Brick" was co-credited to a fictional schoolboy named Gerald Bostock.

Question 9

Which Jethro Tull album included a female string quartet in their tour performances?

A	A Passion Play
B	War Child
C	Aqualung
D	Minstrel in the Gallery
E	Too Old to Rock 'n' Roll: Too Young to Die!

Question 9 Explanation:

The "War Child" tour included a female string quartet playing on the new material.

Question 10

What was unique about Jethro Tull's "Bursting Out" tour in 1978?

A	It was the first tour where they performed "Aqualung" live.
B	They used giant projection screens in large stadium shows.
C	It featured an entirely acoustic setlist.
D	They performed with a full orchestra.
E	It was canceled halfway through due to illness.