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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Elvis - Presliad (Comprising sections Fanfare through The Rockabilly Moment).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to Marcus, what is the affirmation that sums up The Band?
(a) Nothing is really divided.
(b) Life has been so good to us all.
(c) Don't worry, Be happy.
(d) Bad things happen, and you can't do anything about it.

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

4. What was the original name of the Band in the early sixties?
(a) The Beatles.
(b) The Hawks.
(c) The Bush Beaters.
(d) Robbie and the Rockers.

5. What was Johnson's instrument of choice?
(a) Harmonica.
(b) Saxophone.
(c) Guitar.
(d) Piano.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom is Carmen walking in the song "To Kingdom Come"?

2. Who said "when I was a boy . . . I was the hero in comic books and movies. I grew up believing in a dream"?

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

4. According to Marcus, who is the focus in the song "Sail Away"?

5. What was a nickname given to Randy Newman by Lenny Waronker?

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