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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Marcus believe it is important to study the stories of some performers even if the book does not encompass everything?
(a) The story matters.
(b) It is a glimpse of the future.
(c) The truth needs to be told.
(d) It is fun.

2. Who wrote the book discussed in the Prologue?
(a) Nicholas Sparks.
(b) John Steinbeck.
(c) Irwin Shaw.
(d) Erich Segal.

3. What is the name of the television show that Greil Marcus uses as an example in the Prologue?
(a) The Dick Cavett Show.
(b) Donny Carson's Show.
(c) The Late Show.
(d) The Dick Clark Show.

4. What does Marcus say each performer he will discuss in the book attempts to do?
(a) Create oneself.
(b) Redefine love.
(c) Make music for money.
(d) Entertain.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Marcus in "Harmonica Frank -1951," whose music caught the spirit and sound of Harmonica Frank and made it popular?

2. Who interrupts the fight over the book in the Prologue?

3. Who wrote Why Are We in Vietnam?

4. Who sang "Fool about mah money/don't try to save"?

5. How did Harmonica Frank get his name?

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