Question

Task II. Answer the questions.
1. What is Michael Jackson?
2. How is Michael Jackson called?
3. How many Grammy awards was Michael awarded?
4. When and where was the singer born?
5. How many children were there in their family?
6. Was Jackson`s father kind or cruel?
7. What band was created by Michael`s brothers?
8. Why did Michael separate from his brothers?
9. When were his albums recorded?

10. What album made Jackson a superstar?
11. Where was this album being copied?
12. What did Michael decide to arrange in 2009?
13. What had been prepared for the world tour?
14. Why didn`t the tour take place?
15. What was Michael Jackson officially recognized?
16. What was admitted by many people?

Answer 1

Ответ:

1) Michael Jackson was a musician, singer, and dancer.

2) Michael Jackson is also called "The King of Pop."

3)Michael Jackson was awarded a total of 13 Grammy Awards.

4) Michael Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, USA.

5) Michael Jackson was one of 9 children in the family.

6) Michael Jackson's father, Joseph Jackson, has been described as both kind and cruel by different family members and people who knew him.

7) Michael Jackson's brothers created a band called The Jackson 5.

8) Michael Jackson decided to separate from his brothers to pursue a solo career.

9) Michael Jackson's albums were recorded throughout his career, with his first solo album, "Off the Wall," released in 1979 and his last studio album, "Invincible," released in 2001.

10) The album that made Michael Jackson a superstar was "Thriller," released in 1982.

11) "Thriller" was being copied in many countries, leading to a significant increase in Jackson's popularity worldwide.

12) In 2009, Michael Jackson decided to arrange a series of concerts in London, known as the "This Is It" tour.

13) The "This Is It" tour was prepared with a huge stage production and new songs.

14) The tour didn't take place because Michael Jackson passed away on June 25, 2009, just a few weeks before the first concert was scheduled to take place.

15) Michael Jackson was officially recognized as one of the greatest and most influential musicians of all time.

16) Many people admitted that Michael Jackson's music and performances had a significant impact on their lives and the music industry. However, there were also controversial allegations made against him regarding his personal life, which were highly publicized.