Songs About Nature and the Environment

Description: Test your knowledge about songs that celebrate the beauty of nature and raise awareness about environmental issues.
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Which song by John Denver popularized the phrase 'Country Roads, Take Me Home'?

  1. Take Me Home, Country Roads

  2. Rocky Mountain High

  3. Annie's Song

  4. Sunshine on My Shoulders


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1971, 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' became an instant hit and remains one of Denver's most iconic songs.

In 'What a Wonderful World,' Louis Armstrong sings about the beauty of which natural element?

  1. Mountains

  2. Oceans

  3. Trees

  4. Birds


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The song's lyrics highlight the joy and wonder found in the simple things, including the beauty of birdsong.

Which Bob Dylan song became an anthem for the environmental movement?

  1. Blowin' in the Wind

  2. The Times They Are A-Changin'

  3. Like a Rolling Stone

  4. Mr. Tambourine Man


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1963, 'Blowin' in the Wind' became a powerful protest song against war and injustice, and its lyrics continue to resonate today.

In 'Imagine,' John Lennon envisions a world without what?

  1. Borders

  2. Money

  3. Religion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The song's lyrics paint a picture of a utopian world where there are no divisions or boundaries, and people live in peace and harmony.

Which song by Joni Mitchell addresses the issue of environmental degradation?

  1. Big Yellow Taxi

  2. Woodstock

  3. Both Sides, Now

  4. A Case of You


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1970, 'Big Yellow Taxi' criticizes the destruction of nature and the paving over of green spaces for development.

In 'Earth Song,' Michael Jackson sings about the impact of humans on the planet. What does he call for in the song?

  1. A change in lifestyle

  2. A global movement for peace

  3. A return to nature

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The song's lyrics express a deep concern for the state of the planet and call for a collective effort to protect and heal the Earth.

Which song by The Beatles features the line 'Let me take you down, 'cause I'm going to Strawberry Fields'?

  1. Strawberry Fields Forever

  2. Penny Lane

  3. A Day in the Life

  4. While My Guitar Gently Weeps


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1967, 'Strawberry Fields Forever' is known for its psychedelic and surreal lyrics, which evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing.

In 'Where the Streets Have No Name,' U2 sings about a place where there are no divisions or boundaries. What is the name of this place?

  1. Zion

  2. Eden

  3. Utopia

  4. Camelot


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The song's lyrics describe a place where people live in peace and harmony, free from the constraints of society and the divisions of the world.

Which song by Cat Stevens became a global anthem for environmental protection?

  1. Morning Has Broken

  2. Peace Train

  3. Wild World

  4. Father and Son


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Released in 1971, 'Wild World' addresses the issues of environmental degradation and the need for people to live in harmony with nature.

In 'Heal the World,' Michael Jackson sings about the importance of what?

  1. Love

  2. Peace

  3. Unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The song's lyrics call for a world where love, peace, and unity prevail, and where people work together to create a better future for all.

Which song by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young features the line 'Teach your children well, their father's hell did slowly go by'?

  1. Teach Your Children

  2. Ohio

  3. Suite: Judy Blue Eyes

  4. Woodstock


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1970, 'Teach Your Children' is a powerful message about the importance of education and passing on wisdom to future generations.

In 'The Sound of Silence,' Simon & Garfunkel sing about the lack of communication and understanding in the world. What do they compare the world to?

  1. A desert

  2. A prison

  3. A maze

  4. A void


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The song's lyrics describe a world where people are isolated and disconnected from each other, like in a vast and empty desert.

Which song by The Beach Boys celebrates the beauty and wonder of the ocean?

  1. Surfin' U.S.A.

  2. California Girls

  3. Wouldn't It Be Nice

  4. God Only Knows


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Released in 1966, 'Wouldn't It Be Nice' captures the carefree and idyllic lifestyle of California, with its beautiful beaches and endless summers.

In 'What's Going On,' Marvin Gaye sings about the social and environmental issues facing the world. What does he call for in the song?

  1. Peace

  2. Justice

  3. Equality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The song's lyrics address a wide range of issues, including poverty, war, environmental degradation, and the need for social change.

Which song by Neil Young became an anthem for the environmental movement in the 1970s?

  1. Heart of Gold

  2. Old Man

  3. Harvest Moon

  4. Rockin' in the Free World


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Released in 1972, 'Heart of Gold' is a powerful ballad that speaks to the beauty of nature and the importance of protecting the environment.

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