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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Harmonica Frank - 1951.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," who is the "latest Ahab"?
(a) Harmonica Frank.
(b) Lyndon B. Johnson.
(c) Bob Dylan.
(d) Huck Finn.

2. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," what song does Marcus say "set the stage for rock 'n' roll"?
(a) "Rockin' Chair Daddy."
(b) "Mixed-Up Confusion."
(c) "Up on Cripple Creek."
(d) "Howling Tomcat."

3. The Prologue states that Marcus wants to discuss rock 'n' roll in what context?
(a) As music in general.
(b) As a counterculture.
(c) As American culture.
(d) As youth culture.

4. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," Marcus claims that Phillips was looking for music to do what?
(a) Anger people.
(b) Start a revolution.
(c) Affirm traditional roles.
(d) Confuse things.

5. What "spirit" does Harmonica Frank have that Marcus believes is truly American?
(a) Crazy and chaotic.
(b) Cruel and truthful.
(c) Unrepentant and free.
(d) Tender and free.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Prologue, Marcus says that the music he will discuss dramatizes what?

2. What book is being discussed on the television show sketch used in the Prologue?

3. What type of music did Robert Johnson sing?

4. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," what does Marcus tell was his first Elvis record?

5. Who wrote Why Are We in Vietnam?

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