Egyptian singing sensation, Umm Kulthum, rose to fame in the mid-40s, becoming one of the most prominent figures of her time.

Even years after her death, her astounding talent and remarkable voice remain unmatched to this day. 

Whether you're a big fan or not, this quiz will help you test your knowledge on the Star of the East. 

1. What other hononary name was given to Umm Kulthum?

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El Sett

El Ayqouna

El Malika

2. Where was the Egyptian star born?

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Tanta

El Senbellawein

Damanhour

3. "She's great. She really is. Really great." Which American sensation said this about Umm Kulthum?

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Artwork by Chant Avedissian. Source: Barajeel Art Foundation

Bob Dylan

Madonna

Cher

4. Where the singer's former house located in Cairo?

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Maadi

Heliopolis

Zamalek

5. Who was said to have had deep feelings for Umm Kulthum but never proposed marriage?

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Umm Kulthum at one of her concerts in Paris, France Source: Youm7

Poet Ahmed Rami

Composer Riad Sonbati

Singer and composer Mohamed Abd El-Wahab

6. When did the star pass away?

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April 20, 1980

February 3, 1975

May 4, 1983

7. Was Umm Kulthum ever married?

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Yes

No one knows for sure

No