by alex
Strum your way through this engaging Guitar Quiz, designed to challenge your knowledge of the instrument’s rich history, iconic players, and intricate details. From the origins of the guitar to the nuances of its construction, each question will test your expertise and passion for this beloved instrument. Ready to prove your guitar savvy? Let’s get started!
Guitar Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who is known as the ‘Godfather of the Electric Guitar’?
Les Paul
Jimi Hendrix
Eric Clapton
B.B. King
2. Which company is famous for creating the Stratocaster guitar?
Gibson
Ibanez
Fender
Yamaha
3. What is the standard tuning for a six-string guitar?
E A D G B E
D G C F A D
E B G D A E
E A D F# B E
4. Which guitarist is known for the song ‘Purple Haze’?
Jimi Hendrix
Slash
Eddie Van Halen
Carlos Santana
5. What type of wood is commonly used for the body of a Les Paul guitar?
Maple
Mahogany
Alder
Basswood
6. Which guitarist is known for the tapping technique?
Eddie Van Halen
Jimmy Page
Steve Vai
Joe Satriani
7. What is the primary function of a guitar capo?
To change the pitch of the strings
To amplify the sound
To tune the guitar
To protect the strings
8. Which scale is commonly used in blues music?
Pentatonic scale
Chromatic scale
Major scale
Harmonic minor scale
9. Who is the lead guitarist of the band Queen?
Brian May
David Gilmour
Angus Young
Keith Richards
10. What is the purpose of a guitar’s truss rod?
To adjust the neck’s curvature
To amplify the sound
To tune the guitar
To change the string tension
