WorksheetsHistory Quiz
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 35mins
Which era of the 1900s is considered the Golden Era of Gospel?
20s
30s
40s
50s
First president of GMWA
James Cleveland
Harold Smith
Charles Nicks
William C. Sims
BONUS: Who was the organist for Harold Smith and the Majestics?
Charles A. Craigs, II
Charles G. Hayes
Charles Fold
Charles H. Nicks
Formed in 1972; Elma Lois Hendrix Parham serves as first president.
Ushers
Debutante
Women
Nurses
Where is the Founder's birthplace?
Detroit
Los Angeles
Chicago
Brooklyn
Name the Song:
"...everlasting life." 1982
Lanny Wolfe
(a)
Which year was the genesis of choir recordings with Rev. Cleveland?
1962
1972
1952
1932
Who was the Hymnology instructor in 1968?
Mattie Moss Clark
Rev. Lawrence Roberts
Benny Cummings
Isaac
Watts
This was formed as a result of the Men's Division 7am prayer service...
New Artist Showcase
Evangelistic Board
Daily Bread
Intercessory Prayer
Which church hosted the nightly services in 1967?
King Solomon Baptist Church
Bailey Temple COGIC
Cornerstone Institutional Baptist Church
Prayer Tabernacle Church
Bonus: Which future superstar did Rev. Cleveland become a life-long friend and mentor to from Detroit?
Anita Baker
Smokey Robinson
Aretha Franklin
Della Reese
Name the Song:
"... I would be eternally lost." 1985
Charles May and Joe Westmorland
(a)
Which choir debuted on SAVOY with Rev. Cleveland in 1962?
The Southern California Community Choir
The Angelic Choir of Nutley, NJ
The L.A. Gospel Messengers
The Salem Baptist Church of Omaha, NE
Who is the longest serving board member?
Merdean Fielding Gales
Issac Whittman
James Ford
Shirley Berkeley
Who formed the James Cleveland Chorus?
Donald Vails
Steven Roberts
Rodena Preston-Williams
Margaret Douroux
Bonus: Why was Rev. Cleveland against the forming of J.C.C.?
He didn't like attention
He wanted to spotlight other members of GMWA.
He wasn't dead
He felt unworthy of the honor.
What year did Rev. Cleveland assume the presidency of GMWA?
1968
1970
1974
1980
Name the Song:
"...and for bringing us safely over the highway." 1986
Thomas Adams
(a)
Which organization is the predecessor to GMWA?
National Convention of Gospel Singers and Choirs
National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses
National Convention of Gospel Choruses
National Convention of Gospel Music and Choirs
Bonus: Which song is the theme of the Dorsey Convention?
If You See My Savior
Peace in the Valley
When I've Done the Best I Can
Precious Lord
Who was the first Dean of Academics at GMWA?
Robert Schuller
Robert Simmons
Charles Reese
Charles Davis
Who directs the Robert J. Fryson Chorale?
Robert Fryson
Patrick Riddick
James Hall
Jewel Kelley
Which city was Rev. Cleveland confined to the hospital during Workshop?
Atlanta, GA
Washington, D.C.
Houston, TX
Miami, FL
Name the Song:
"You said You would answer when I call You." 1999
Patrick Bradley
(a)
Which is not a prominent Golden Era Gospel group?
The Caravans
The Stars of Faith
The Davis Sisters
The Mighty Clouds of Joy
Bonus: For which group did young James Cleveland write songs?
Note: He was not a member.
The Caravans
The Roberta Martin Singers
The Sallie Martin Singers
The Gospel Chimes
Although not a board member, this musician made in impact in GMWA.
Donald Vails
James Moore
Thomas Whitfield
Fred Hammond
The YYA formed in 1973. Who has not been in leadership?
Malcolm Williams
Yolanda Freeman
Garland Miche Waller
Robert Fryson
This director served with Rev. Cleveland in Detroit before moving to L.A.
Alexander Hamilton
Kurt Carr
Quincy Fielding, Jr.
Alonzo Atkins
Name the Song:
"Stand up; give God the glory, stand up!" 2000
Stand Up for Jesus
We've Come to Praise the Lord
Rise, Shine, Give God the Glory
Give Him Praise
Which decade is considered the birth of Gospel?
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
Who was the first State Association president?
LeVoyce Huggins
Charles Fold
Charles Nicks
James Ford
Bonus: Who was the first Executive Vice Chair elected in 1992?
Bishop Albert Jamison
Dr. Robert Simmons
William C. Sims
Dr. Kenneth Ulmer
Formed in 1974 and hosted the Midnight Evangelistic Service.
Women's Council
Men's Council
Evangelistic Board
Youth Division
Which honor was bestowed upon Rev. Cleveland in August 1991?
Kennedy Center Honors
Stellar Award
Grammy
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Name the Song:
"The Word of God is the answer for every problem that you have..." 1989
Rev. Quincy Fielding, Jr.
(a)
Which is not an early form of Gospel Music?
Hymns
Traditional Ballads
Spirituals
Anthems
Who was the first LHD recipient at GMWA?
Dr. Albert Jamison
Dr. Charles Reese
Dr. Charles Craig
Dr. Al Hobbs
Which division/auxiliary was organized first?
Mass Choir
Academic
Housing
Gospel Announcers
How many volumes were recorded of Rev. Cleveland and the Angelic Choir?
7
8
9
10
Finish the Song:
"...with love, power, understanding, and forgiveness..." 1980
Doug Toles
(a)
Bonus: What was unique about "The Greatest Gift" trio?
All females
All males
All youth (21-30)
All elderly (62+)
The first mass choir in 1968 was comprised of 250 community and church choir members from which city?
Detroit, MI
Chicago, IL
Brooklyn, NY
Philadelphia, PA
Who was the first chapter rep to be installed during the National Academic Convocation in 2007?
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Caver
Thomas Edison
Thomas Davis
One of the newest divisions/auxiliaries form in 2015.
Hospitality
Business & Marketing
Contemporary Adult Division (CAD)
Social Media Team
Which genre of music inspired some of Rev. Cleveland's greatest hits?
Soul
Pop
Rock & Roll
Jazz
Bonus: Which two James Cleveland songs are NOT derived from Soul/R&B?
Concentrate on Him
My All and All
God Is
Jesus Is the Best Thing that Ever Happened to Me
Name the Song:
"...rejoicing everyday as I walk this narrow way." 1971
Mattie Moss Clark
(a)
What was the earliest form of Chapter Rep division?
Community Association
State Association
Local Association
Union Association
Who served as Rev. Cleveland's secretary?
Sheila Smith
Edna Tatum
Annette May Thomas
Rodena Preston Williams
This group was formed in 1972 consisting of members of the faculty...
Anthem Chorale
Sacred Choral Society
Heritage Chorale
Alumni Chorale
Where was the funeral service for Rev. Cleveland?
Cornerstone Institutional Baptist Church
Shrine Auditorium
West Angeles COGIC
Paramount Theatre
Name the Song:
"... no matter how many times I falter, He never keeps His love from me." 1984
Bruce Parker
(a)
Which state is connected to the LHD connection of GMWA?
Georgia
Tennessee
Alabama
Florida
Which is not a Board membership?
Lifetime
Representative
Associate
Advisory
Which is not affiliated in this cluster?
Ushers
Backstage
Nurses
Security
Which two are documented titles for Rev. Cleveland?
Crown Prince of Gospel
Father of Modern Gospel
The Pope of Gospel
King of Gospel
Name the Song:
"Forever, forever and ever more." 1996
Greg O'Quin
(a)
Bonus: For which song is Greg O'Quin most known?
(a)
