Test Your Cliff Richard Knowledge Quiz

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Question 1

In 2012, where did Sir Cliff Richard rank in UK Singles Chart history?

A	First
B	Second
C	Third
D	Fourth
E	Fifth

Question 1 Explanation:

As of 2012, Sir Cliff Richard was the third-top-selling artist in UK Singles Chart history, behind the Beatles and Elvis Presley.

Question 2

How many UK No. 1 singles has Sir Cliff Richard achieved?

A	10
B	12
C	14
D	16
E	18

Question 2 Explanation:

Sir Cliff Richard has achieved 14 UK No. 1 singles.

Question 3

Where does Sir Cliff Richard divide his time when not touring?

A	Barbados and Portugal
B	Spain and Italy
C	Australia and New Zealand
D	Canada and Mexico
E	France and Germany

Question 3 Explanation:

When not touring, Sir Cliff Richard divides his time between Barbados and Portugal.

Question 4

What was the name of the vocal harmony group Cliff Richard formed in 1957?

A	The Drifters
B	The Shadows
C	The Quintones
D	The Teague Skiffle Group
E	The Harmony Four

Question 4 Explanation:

In 1957, Cliff Richard formed the school vocal harmony group The Quintones.

Question 5

Which US TV show did Cliff Richard and the Shadows appear on?

A	The Tonight Show
B	American Bandstand
C	The Ed Sullivan Show
D	The Mike Douglas Show
E	The Johnny Cash Show

Question 5 Explanation:

Cliff Richard and the Shadows appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show, which was crucial for the Beatles.

Question 6

Which Eurovision Song Contest entry did Cliff Richard perform in 1968?

A	"Power to All Our Friends"
B	"La La La"
C	"Congratulations"
D	"Bachelor Boy"
E	"The Young Ones"

Question 6 Explanation:

Cliff Richard performed "Congratulations" at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1968.

Question 7

In which film did Cliff Richard play the character Jamie Hopkins?

A	"Summer Holiday"
B	"Wonderful Life"
C	"Two a Penny"
D	"Finders Keepers"
E	"Serious Charge"

Question 7 Explanation:

Cliff Richard played Jamie Hopkins in the 1967 film "Two a Penny."

Question 8

Which live album did Cliff Richard release in 1967?

A	"Cliff Live in London"
B	"Cliff Live at the BBC"
C	"Cliff in Japan"
D	"Cliff and the Shadows Live"
E	"Cliff Live at the Royal Albert Hall"

Question 8 Explanation:

Cliff Richard released the live album "Cliff in Japan" in 1967.

Question 9

What significant event did Cliff Richard perform for on 31 December 1976?

A	Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee
B	Prince Charles' wedding
C	The opening of the Channel Tunnel
D	The British Bicentennial
E	The London Olympics

Question 9 Explanation:

Cliff Richard performed "Hey, Mr. Dream Maker" on BBC1's "A Jubilee of Music" for Queen Elizabeth II's impending Silver Jubilee.

Question 10

Which 1980 duet by Cliff Richard reached No. 20 in the US?

A	"Carrie"
B	"Dreamin'"
C	"Suddenly"
D	"A Little in Love"
E	"Daddy's Home"

Question 10 Explanation:

"Suddenly," a duet with Olivia Newton-John, reached No. 20 in the US in 1980.

Question 11

What award did Cliff Richard receive from the Queen in 1980?

A	Commander of the Order of the British Empire
B	Member of the Order of the British Empire
C	Knight Bachelor
D	Officer of the Order of the British Empire
E	Companion of Honour