1970's Music
Which Neil Diamond song became his first to reach the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 when it hit the top in October 1970?
Cracklin’ Rosie
Who was the mother of Samuel?
Hannah
What is the state tree of Texas?
Pecan
“Stars shining bright above you. Night breezes seem …”
to whisper "I love you." Birds singing in the sycamore tree. Dream a little dream of me.
“Dream A Little Dream Of Me” (1931)
Blast ____________ Duty
Off
Which song, originally written by Kris Kristofferson, gave Janis Joplin a posthumous number one single in the U.S. charts in 1971?
Me and Bobby McGee.
What relation was Jacob to Abraham?
Grandson
In what Texas county will you find the Alamo?
Bexar
“All of me. Why not take …”
all of me? Can't you see, I'm no good without you.
“All of Me” (1931)
Egg ________________ House
White
Which soul singer got us all hot under the collar by singing, “Let’s Get It On” in 1973?
Marvin Gaye.
From which country did Moses help the Israelites escape from their lives of slavery?
Egypt
In what city did Santa Anna surrender his Mexican army to Texas forces ending the battle of independence?
“They asked me how I knew, my true love was true …”
, my true love was true I, of course, replied, “Something here inside, cannot be denied.”
“Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” from Roberta (1933)
Pick ____________ Book
Which Carly Simon smash hit song from 1971 was allegedly about actor Warren Beatty?
You’re So Vain.
One title of God is El Shaddai, which means what
Almighty God
Austin is the capital of Texas, however before it was Austin what was it called?
Waterloo
You saw me standing alone …”
Without a dream in my heart. Without a love of my own.
“Blue Moon” (1935)
Sales ____________ Fork
Pitch
Which 1972 hit song by Johnny Nash was re-recorded by Jimmy Cliff in 1993 for the soundtrack to the movie Cool Runnings?
I Can See Clearly Now.
How were sins forgiven in the Old Testament?
Animal sacrifice
Which city is considered by historians to be the oldest in Texas?
“Heaven, I'm in heaven, And my heart beats …”
beats so that I can hardly speak; And I seem to find the happiness I seek, When we're out together dancing cheek to cheek.
“Cheek To Cheek” from Top Hat (1935)
Shut _______________ Payment
Down
Which train were Gladys Knight and the Pips going to take in 1973?
Midnight Train to Georgia.
What did God ask Abraham to sacrifice to him on Mount Moriah
His only son
Name the greatest military commander of WWII born and raised in Texas.
“You've got to give a little, take a little …”
and let your poor heart break a little. That's the story of, that's the glory of love.
“The Glory of Love” (1936)
Truck ____________ Watch
Stop
Who had hit records in the 1970s with the songs Jet and Band on the Run?
Paul McCartney and Wings.
In what was baby Moses hidden?
An ark of bulrushes
From what city was the pink granite quarried that built the state capital building in Austin?
“I’m just wild about …”
and wild about me; The heavenly blisses of his kisses, fill me with ecstasy.
“I’m Just Wild About Harry” from Shuffle Along (1921)
Bridal _______________ Cap
Shower
Who duetted with Deniece Williams on the 1978 hit Too Much, Too Little, Too Late?
Johnny Mathis.
What was the secret of Samson’s great strength?
He would lose his strength if his hair were cut.
What soft drinks was invented in Waco in 1885, name it.
“What a difference a day makes …”
What a difference a day makes. Twenty-four little hours. Brought the sun and the flowers, where there used to be rain.
“What a Difference a Day Makes” (1934)
Thin _______________ Skate
Ice