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Question 1: How many members are in the girl group BLACKPINK?
- Four
- Five
- Six
- Three
Answer: A. Four
Explanation: BLACKPINK is a four-member girl group consisting of Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. They have maintained this lineup since their official debut in August 2016 under YG Entertainment.
Question 2: In what year did BLACKPINK officially debut?
- 2017
- 2015
- 2014
- 2016
Answer: D. 2016
Explanation: BLACKPINK officially debuted on August 8, 2016. Their debut was highly anticipated and they released their first single album, Square One, shortly after their official introduction to the public.
Question 3: Which two tracks were featured on the debut single album, Square One?
- Whistle and Boombayah
- Kill This Love and DDU-DU DDU-DU
- Ice Cream and Lovesick Girls
- Playing with Fire and Stay
Answer: A. Whistle and Boombayah
Explanation: The group's debut single album, titled Square One, featured the two tracks 'Whistle' and 'Boombayah'. Both songs became instant hits and helped establish the group's signature sound and style.
Question 4: What is the official name of the BLACKPINK fandom?
- PINKY
- BLINK
- BLACKS
- BLOSSOM
Answer: B. BLINK
Explanation: The official fandom name for BLACKPINK is BLINK. The name is a portmanteau of the words 'black' and 'pink', representing the connection between the group and their dedicated global fanbase.
Question 5: Which member was the first to be publicly revealed by YG Entertainment?
- Lisa
- Jisoo
- Jennie
- Rosé
Answer: C. Jennie
Explanation: Jennie was the first member of the group to be publicly revealed by YG Entertainment. Her introduction generated significant interest and excitement leading up to the group's official debut.
Question 6: Which member was born in Thailand?
- Jennie
- Lisa
- Jisoo
- Rosé
Answer: B. Lisa
Explanation: Lisa was born in Thailand. She was the only person accepted to YG Entertainment during their 2010 Thailand audition, eventually moving to South Korea to pursue her training and career.
Question 7: Where was the member Rosé born?
- Tokyo, Japan
- Seoul, South Korea
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Bangkok, Thailand
Answer: C. Auckland, New Zealand
Explanation: Rosé was born in Auckland, New Zealand. She was raised in Melbourne, Australia, before moving to South Korea to train and eventually debut as a member of the group.
Question 8: What was the first K-pop group music video to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube?
- DDU-DU DDU-DU
- Boombayah
- Whistle
- Kill This Love
Answer: A. DDU-DU DDU-DU
Explanation: 'DDU-DU DDU-DU' holds the distinction of being the first music video by a K-pop group to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube, marking a major milestone in their career.
Question 9: On what date was the first full-length studio album, The Album, released?
- April 5, 2019
- August 8, 2016
- October 2, 2020
- June 15, 2018
Answer: C. October 2, 2020
Explanation: BLACKPINK released their first full-length studio album, titled The Album, on October 2, 2020. It was a highly anticipated project that featured several successful singles and collaborations.
Question 10: Which debut music video was the first by a K-pop act to reach 1 billion views?
- Playing with Fire
- Whistle
- Stay
- Boombayah
Answer: D. Boombayah
Explanation: The music video for 'Boombayah' became the first debut music video by a K-pop act to reach 1 billion views on YouTube, showcasing the group's immense global popularity and reach.