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The Beatles Music Quiz
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The Beatles Music Quiz

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Which television show did the Beatles perform on for their first live US performance?

  • The Ed Sullivan Show (correct)
  • Saturday Night Live
  • The Late Show with David Letterman
  • The Tonight Show
  • How many viewers watched the Beatles' first US television performance?

  • 23 million
  • 3 million
  • 73 million (correct)
  • 34 million
  • What was the critical consensus in the US after the Beatles' first US concert?

  • Neutral
  • Mixed
  • Largely positive
  • Largely negative (correct)
  • Where did Beatlemania erupt after the Beatles' first US concert?

    <p>Washington Coliseum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many shows did the Beatles have at Carnegie Hall?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did the Beatles fly to after their shows at Carnegie Hall?

    <p>Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many viewers watched the Beatles' second appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show?

    <p>70 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the Beatles return to the UK?

    <p>22 February</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many households watched the Beatles' first US television performance?

    <p>23 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to biographer Jonathan Gould, what was the rating for the Beatles' first US television performance?

    <p>The highest rating ever recorded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Beatles' First US Performance

    • The Beatles performed their first live US show on The Ed Sullivan Show.
    • Their debut performance attracted an audience of 73 million viewers.
    • The critical response after this concert was overwhelmingly positive, cementing their influence in the US music scene.

    Rise of Beatlemania

    • Beatlemania began to escalate in the US following their first concert, particularly in cities like New York City.
    • The Beatles performed three shows at Carnegie Hall, which contributed to their growing fanbase.

    Subsequent Performances and Impact

    • After their performances at Carnegie Hall, the Beatles flew to Miami for additional shows.
    • Their second appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show garnered an audience of approximately 60 million viewers.

    Return and Reception

    • The Beatles returned to the UK shortly after their successful US tour.
    • The rating for their first US television performance was approximately 34% of households, according to biographer Jonathan Gould.

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