From David Bowie to Billy Graham, with a bit of history and sport thrown in, we’ve picked 11 questions from the 1980s in Sunderland’s. How many will you score? Answers are on the last page. No cheating mind.
1. Starman David Bowie played Roker Park in 1987
Which band supported David Bowie at his ill-fated Glass Spider concert at Roker Park in 1987? A. The Smiths B. Simple Minds C. Eurythmics D. Big Country Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Who was captain?
Who captained Sunderland in their 1985 League Cup final against Norwich City? A. Gary Bennett B. Barry Venison C. Gordon Chisholm D. Shaun Elliott Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Which TV theme tune did the Toy Dolls provide?
Which television show's theme tune was provided by Sunderland band the Toy Dolls? A. The Tube B. Razzmatazz C. Cheggers Plays Pop D. Brideshead Revisited Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Who did Chris Mullin replace as MP?
Who did Chris Mullin replace as MP for Sunderland South at the 1987 general election? A. Bill Etherington B. Bob Clay C. Gordon Bagier D. Roland Boyes Photo: Sunderland Echo