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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Robert Johnson - 1938.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of art does Marcus think rock 'n' roll is?
(a) Republican.
(b) Modern.
(c) Classic.
(d) Democratic.

2. Who sang "Fool about mah money/don't try to save"?
(a) Sam Phillips.
(b) Harmonica Frank.
(c) Little Richard.
(d) Elvis Presley.

3. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," what does Marcus tell was his first Elvis record?
(a) "(You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care."
(b) "Rip It Up."
(c) "Rockin' Chair Daddy."
(d) "Hound Dog."

4. What religious group does Marcus compare blues singers to in "Robert Johnson -1938"?
(a) Catholics.
(b) Satanists.
(c) Voodoo.
(d) Puritans.

5. According to Marcus in "Robert Johnson -1938," what gives music "mythical authority"?
(a) When the music reflects life.
(b) When the songs attract fans.
(c) When the singer uses a deeper tenor.
(d) When the music tells a story.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Prologue states that Marcus wants to discuss rock 'n' roll in what context?

2. What type of music did Robert Johnson sing?

3. "Me and the Devil Blues" uses imagery that provokes what emotion?

4. According to Marcus, what was country music doing in the early 50s?

5. Why does Marcus believe it is important to study the stories of some performers even if the book does not encompass everything?

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