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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 is the subject of Robert Johnson's song "Stones in My Passway"?
(a) A man seeking salvation.
(b) The end of the world as we know it.
(c) A man who wants power over other souls.
(d) A woman the speaker misses.

2. What type of music did Robert Johnson sing?
(a) Country.
(b) Blues.
(c) Rock 'n' roll.
(d) Gospel.

3. According to the Prologue, why are Harmonica Frank and Robert Johnson included in Mystery Train?
(a) They taught the rock 'n' roll legends.
(b) They preceded rock 'n' roll.
(c) They were against rock 'n' roll.
(d) They are rock 'n' roll legends.

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

5. How did Robert Johnson die?
(a) Murdered.
(b) Drug overdose.
(c) Suicide.
(d) Old age.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Marcus think the performers discussed in the Prologue have in common?

4. What type of music did Harmonica Frank sing?

5. What religious group does Marcus compare blues singers to in "Robert Johnson -1938"?

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