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What bands were considered the “big four” in ’80s heavy metal?

Retry Correct Incorrect Although bands like Iron Maiden and Judas Priest were major stars in the British heavy metal scene and their success did cross over to America, all of the canonized “big four” acts were American. Metallica and Megadeth (started by former Metallica guitarist Dave Mustaine) hailed from Los Angeles, while Slayer formed in nearby Hunting Park. Meanwhile, Anthrax formed in New York City’s Queens borough.

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What bands were considered the “big four” in ’80s heavy metal?

• Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax, and Slayer
• Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Sepultura, and Pantera
• Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Testament, and Overkill
• Def Leppard, Slayer, Megadeth, and Exodus