About John Williams Quiz

Where was John Williams born?

• California

• Ohio

• Texas

• New York

Which instrument did his father and brothers play?

• Flute

• Clarinet

• Percussion

• Trombone

What was his college major?

• Music History

• Music Composition

• Music Education

• Music Therapy

What did John Williams do as part of his assignment in the Air Force?

• Conducted and arranged music

• Played in a marching band

• Flew fighter jets

• Played the bugle

During college, what did Williams do to earn extra income?

• worked a restaurants

• jazz pianist at local clubs

• taxi driver

• delivered newspapers

Williams is known for his work with two famous movie producers. Select the two producers from the list below:

• George Lucas

• Tim Burton

• Christopher Nolan

• Steven Spielberg

• Alfred Hitchcock

For which of the following movies did John Williams compose the soundtrack? (select all that apply)

• Superman

• Star Wars

• Batman

• Pirates of the Caribbean

• Saving Private Ryan

Williams also wrote music for which sporting event?

• Super Bowl

• World Series

• The Olympic Games

• US Open

John Williams was the conductor of which musical ensemble?

• The Boston Pops

• New York Philharmonic

• Los Angeles Philharmonic

• Chicago Symphony Orchestra