VOICED: 'Record' 13,000 Jackson fans groove to 'Thriller' dance

VOICED: 'Record' 13,000 Jackson fans groove to 'Thriller' dance

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Performing Arts, Arts, Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

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On what would have been Michael Jackson's 51st birthday, fans gathered to attempt a world record for the most people performing the Thriller dance. Led by impersonator Hector Jackson, the event was a heartfelt tribute to the King of Pop. Despite the Guinness Book of Records not yet finalizing the result, 12,937 dancers were counted, surpassing the previous record of 242. This event was a testament to the enduring love and admiration for Michael Jackson.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the rehearsals for the world record attempt of the Thriller dance?

Hector Jackson

A Facebook Group

Michael Jackson

Guinness Official

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason fans gathered to perform the Thriller dance?

To learn dancing

To win a prize

To honor Michael Jackson

To meet celebrities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did fans from Mexico learn about the event?

Through a TV commercial

Via a newspaper ad

By word of mouth

From a Facebook appeal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the previous record for the number of people performing the Thriller dance?

1,000

242

500

12,937

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final count of dancers who participated in the record attempt?

10,000

12,937

242

5,000