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WorksheetsMichael Jackson - "King of Pop"
Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 28mins
Where was Michael Jackson born?
Gary, IN
Chicago, IL
Detroit, MI
New York City
From the beginning, Michael and his brothers were known as the _________ _________.
The Jacksons
Jackson 5
The Jacksons and MJ
Michael and the Jacksons
Who are the members of the Jackson 5?
Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael
Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Michael, and Janet
Jermaine, Michael, Janet, Reba, and Marlon
How old was Michael when he started his career?
10
7
5
3
What is the name of the Jackson 5 first record label?
Sony Records
Epic Records
Def Jam Records
Motown Records
Michael was the first Black artist to get regular airtime of his videos on this network.
CNN
BET
MTV
Pay Channel
In 1979, which solo album by Michael was a best-seller?
Thriller
Off the Wall
Bad
Dangerous
Finish the song lyrics I want to rock ______ _________ from "Off the Wall."
with you
the night
with her
the crowd
Which song did Michael introduce his trademark Moonwalk dance?
Thriller
Beat It
Remember the Time
Billie Jean
Michael was influenced by the "King of Soul" music.
Ray Charles
James Brown
Sammy Davis
Sam Cook
Which artists were influenced by MJ?
Usher, Chris Brown, Ciara, and Justin Timberlake
Chris Brown, Ciara,, EWF, and James Brown
Omarion, Justin Bieber, and Neyo
Letters A and C
Which of his albums sold over 100 million copies worlwide?
This is It
Thriller
Bad
Dangerous
Which music style is his song "Beat It" from the Thriller album?
Jazz
Country
Rock
Reggae
Who is the guitarist who played on "Beat It"?
Jimi Hendricks
BB King
Van Halen
Prince
What is the most expensive music video at $7 milion created in the US with MJ and Janet?
Thriller
Off the Wall
Remember the Time
Scream
Which performance is the highest grossing concert film by MJ earning $256 million worlwide?
This is It
Smooth Criminal
Moonwalker
Bad Tour
How many times has MJ been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
one
two
three
four
What does the song "Leave Me Alone" refer to?
Fans
Family
Media
Everyone
What song lyrics include, "they told him don't you ever come around here"?
Smooth Criminal
Beat It
Rock with You
Billie Jean
How many Grammys has MJ won overall?
13
7
10
5
True or False
New Jack Swing is a music style that combines Hip Hop beats and R&B lyrics together.
True
False
True or False
New Jack Swing is a music style used by Janet and Michael Jackson.
True
False
True or False
"Remember the Time" is a song by Janet Jackson that uses New Jack Swing.
True
False
A gaming console used with MJ's Moonwalker game.
X Box One
Play Station
Nintendo
Sega Genesis
True or False
MJ's hair caught on fire in 1984 while doing a Pepsi commercial.
True
False
Michael Jackson's is remembered (his legacy) in part, for his __________ success with ___________ ________________
jamming success with Janet Jackson
hanging with Chris Brown
crossover success with white audiences
performing success with one glove
What is the name of his amusement park-style ranch?
Disneyland Ranch
Neverland Ranch
MJ Land Ranch
Ranch Land
28.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
Thriller is (a) biggest selling album with (b) worldwide. MJ Thriller album won (c) awards in (d)
Which styles of music does Beat It by Michael Jackson include. Select ALL that apply:
R & B
Heavy Metal
Hip Hop
Soul
What do you believe is the message in "Man in the Mirror"? Select ALL that apply after listening to the song nugget.
Don't wait for others to change
Self reflection, look in the mirror
You make a change
31.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
"I Want You Back" by (a) was their very first (b) song from (c) and was recorded on (d) in (e) .
