Music of the 50s & 60s

What kind of rock began in Southern California as a type of dance music that was mostly instrumental?

• Pop Rock

• Psychedelic Rock

• Hard Rock

• Surf Rock

Who is considered the "King of Rock & Roll?

• Elvis Presly

• Chuck Berry

• Buddy Holly

• Bill Haley

Which 2 artists died in a plane crash during a snow storm?

• Elvis Presley & Ritchie Valens

• Buddy Holly & Ritchie Valens

• Roy Orbison & Buddy Holly

• Ritchie Valens & Chuck Berry

Which singer formed his first band at the age of 13?

• Elvis Presley

• Bill Haley

• Buddy Holly

• Roy Orbison

Chubby Checker sang the song titled...

• Johnny B Goode

• It's Now or Never

• The Twist

• Rock Around the Clock

Which of the songs below is by Elvis Presley?

• Hound Dog

• Maybelline

• Tutti Frutti

• The Twist

What is the name given to the period of time in the early to mid-1960's, during which many British rock bands and pop artists found mainstream success in the United States and worldwide?

• The British Invasion

• The Swarm

• The End of the World

• The British Visitation

What is Mrs. Beasley's favorite Beatles song?

• Let It Be

• Yesterday

• 8 Days a Week

• She Loves You

Who is considered the father of Rock & Roll?

• Ritchie Valens

• Elvis Presley

• Chuck Berry

• Bill Haley

Motown started as a Detroit-based record label in the late fifties and early sixties, but it quickly turned into much more as the acts gained popularity worldwide.

• True

• False