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Music and Comedy: The Art of Scoring for Laughter

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Which iconic silent comedy film features a scene where a pie is thrown in the face of actor Harold Lloyd?

  1. The General

  2. Safety Last!

  3. Steamboat Bill, Jr.

  4. Modern Times


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The scene in question is from the 1923 film 'Safety Last!', where Harold Lloyd's character is hanging from a clock high above the street when a pie is thrown at him.

Who composed the music for the 1964 comedy film 'The Pink Panther'?

  1. Henry Mancini

  2. John Williams

  3. Elmer Bernstein

  4. Lalo Schifrin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Henry Mancini composed the iconic theme music for 'The Pink Panther' and its subsequent films in the series.

Which comedic actor and musician is known for his signature style of physical comedy and use of sound effects?

  1. Charlie Chaplin

  2. Buster Keaton

  3. Laurel and Hardy

  4. The Three Stooges


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charlie Chaplin was a master of physical comedy and often incorporated sound effects into his performances, creating a unique and memorable style.

What is the name of the fictional orchestra that appears in the 1980 comedy film 'The Blues Brothers'?

  1. The Blues Brothers Band

  2. The Illinois Philharmonic

  3. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra

  4. The New York Philharmonic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Blues Brothers Band, led by Jake and Elwood Blues, is a central part of the film's plot and features several memorable musical performances.

Which composer is known for his work on numerous comedy films, including 'Airplane!', 'The Naked Gun', and 'The Simpsons'?

  1. Elmer Bernstein

  2. John Williams

  3. Danny Elfman

  4. James Horner


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Danny Elfman is known for his eclectic and often humorous musical style, which has made him a popular choice for comedy films.

In the 1974 comedy film 'Blazing Saddles', what is the name of the song that plays during the climactic showdown?

  1. The Ballad of the Lone Ranger

  2. The William Tell Overture

  3. Ride of the Valkyries

  4. The Star-Spangled Banner


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The use of Rossini's 'The William Tell Overture' during the climactic showdown in 'Blazing Saddles' adds a humorous and unexpected touch to the scene.

Which comedy film features a scene where the main character, played by Steve Martin, conducts an orchestra while wearing a pink tutu?

  1. The Pink Panther

  2. The Jerk

  3. All of Me

  4. Roxanne


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In the 1984 comedy 'All of Me', Steve Martin's character conducts an orchestra while wearing a pink tutu as part of a hilarious scene.

What is the name of the fictional composer in the 1980 comedy film 'Airplane!' who is known for his unconventional and humorous musical style?

  1. Elmer Fudd

  2. Bugs Bunny

  3. Daffy Duck

  4. Ludwig von Drake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elmer Fudd is the fictional composer in 'Airplane!' who is known for his eccentric and often nonsensical musical compositions.

Which comedy film features a scene where the main character, played by Bill Murray, sings a karaoke version of the song 'Ghostbusters'?

  1. Ghostbusters

  2. Groundhog Day

  3. What About Bob?

  4. Lost in Translation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In the 2003 comedy-drama 'Lost in Translation', Bill Murray's character sings a karaoke version of 'Ghostbusters' in a memorable scene.

What is the name of the fictional band in the 1984 comedy film 'This Is Spinal Tap'?

  1. Spinal Tap

  2. Bad News

  3. The Rutles

  4. The Monkees


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Spinal Tap is the fictional band in 'This Is Spinal Tap', a film that satirizes the heavy metal music genre.

Which comedy film features a scene where the main character, played by Rowan Atkinson, accidentally conducts an orchestra while wearing a chicken costume?

  1. Mr. Bean

  2. Johnny English

  3. Keeping Mum

  4. Love Actually


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 1997 comedy 'Mr. Bean', Rowan Atkinson's character accidentally conducts an orchestra while wearing a chicken costume, resulting in a hilarious scene.

What is the name of the song that plays during the opening credits of the 1980 comedy film 'Airplane!'?

  1. The Star-Spangled Banner

  2. The William Tell Overture

  3. Also Sprach Zarathustra

  4. Ride of the Valkyries


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Richard Strauss's 'Also Sprach Zarathustra' is used as the opening theme music for 'Airplane!', adding a humorous and unexpected touch to the film.

Which comedy film features a scene where the main character, played by Jim Carrey, sings a cover of the song 'I'm a Little Teapot'?

  1. Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

  2. The Mask

  3. Dumb and Dumber

  4. Liar Liar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the 1994 comedy 'The Mask', Jim Carrey's character sings a cover of 'I'm a Little Teapot' while wearing a green mask, creating a memorable and humorous scene.

What is the name of the fictional composer in the 1988 comedy film 'A Fish Called Wanda' who is known for his eccentric and often nonsensical musical compositions?

  1. Otto von Bismarck

  2. Ludwig van Beethoven

  3. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

  4. Johann Sebastian Bach


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Otto von Bismarck is the fictional composer in 'A Fish Called Wanda' whose music is characterized by its unusual and humorous style.

Which comedy film features a scene where the main character, played by Eddie Murphy, performs a stand-up comedy routine while dressed as a giant chicken?

  1. Trading Places

  2. Beverly Hills Cop

  3. Coming to America

  4. The Nutty Professor


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In the 1996 comedy 'The Nutty Professor', Eddie Murphy's character performs a stand-up comedy routine while dressed as a giant chicken, adding a humorous and memorable element to the film.

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