Video Ed: Lionel Richie on the Making of "We Are the World"

How long did it take to record the song "We Are the World?

• one all-night session

• one all-day session

• one week

• one month

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What was the primary purpose of the song 'We Are the World'?

• To promote a new album

• To raise money for food aid to Africa

• To celebrate American music

• To launch a new music label

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Who co-wrote 'We Are the World' with Lionel Richie?

• Ray Charles

• Bruce Springsteen

• Michael Jackson

• Stevie Wonder

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Where did Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson write the song?

• At a recording studio

• At Lionel Richie's house

• At Michael Jackson's house

• At a concert venue

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Which event was used to gather the music stars for the recording session?

• The Billboard Music Awards

• The Grammy Awards

• The American Music Awards

• The MTV Music Awards

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How did Quincy Jones manage the big egos during the recording session?

• By giving them individual booths

• By putting them in a circle

• By assigning them separate times

• By having them sing solo

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What was a memorable moment involving Diana Ross during the recording session?

• She played the piano

• She directed the choir

• She asked Daryl Hall for an autograph

• She sang a solo part

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What time did Bruce Springsteen leave the recording session?

• 8:00 AM

• 7:00 AM

• 6:00 AM

• 4:00 AM

When was the single 'We Are the World' released?

• January 1985

• February 1985

• April 1985

• March 1985

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How much money has 'We Are the World' raised since its release?

• $80 million

• $40 million

• Over $100 million

• $60 million

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