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    Let’s take a musical trip down memory lane! In honor of today’s War Time Memorial Day, we’re having a Wartime Song Quiz. Sing along to some classic tunes and see if you can remember the artists and lyrics. We’re sure it’ll bring back a smile and a wave of nostalgia!

    Seniors answering the wartime song quiz

    The A4 printable version can be found at the bottom of this page.

    Quiz Benefits for Seniors

    Engaging in quizzes can be a delightful activity for seniors in aged care, offering both mental stimulation and social connection. Here’s why:

    • Sharpens the Mind: Quizzes act like a mental workout, challenging memory and recall. This helps keep cognitive skills sharp and may even delay age-related decline.
    • Boosts Mood: Answering questions correctly triggers the release of dopamine, a feel-good chemical in the brain. This can elevate mood and promote a sense of accomplishment.
    • Sparks Joy: Recalling trivia or learning new facts can be genuinely enjoyable. Quizzes provide a lighthearted and stimulating activity that brings a sense of fun and laughter.

    Answer the Wartime Song Quiz Now!

    Finish the names of these famous songs and some of the lyrics!

    1. Pack up your troubles
    (A) In your old kit bag

    2. It’s a long way
    (A) to Tipperary

    3. White Cliffs
    (A) of Dover

    4. Who sang the White Cliffs of Dover?
    (A) Vera Lynn

    Finish these lyrics

    5. We’ll Meet Again Don’t Know Where Don’t Know When
    (A) But I know We’ll Meet Again Some Sunny Day

    6. Kiss me Goodnight
    (A) Sergeant Major

    7. Who sang “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”?
    (A) The Andrew Sisters

    Finish these song titles

    8. The Lambeth
    (A) Walk

    9. Going to Take a Sentimental
    (A) Journey

    10. Which big band leader had a hit with “In the Mood”?
    (A) Glenn Miller

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    11. Which singer had a hit called “White Christmas”?
    (A) Bing Crosby

    12. What is the name of the song with these lyrics “Underneath the Lantern by the Barrack Gate”?
    (A) Lilli Marlene

    13. Finish this song title: Knees up…
    (A) Mother Brown

    14. We are going to hang out the washing on the
    (A) Siegfried Line

    15. Finish these lyrics “You’ll get no Promotion this Side of the Ocean”
    (A) So Cheer up my Lads Bless Em’ All

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