Rock and Roll Forever: History & Trivia

What year is considered the birth of rock and roll?

• 1975

• 1954

• 1945

• 1960

Who is often referred to as the 'King of Rock and Roll'?

• Elvis Presley

• Michael Jackson

• Bob Dylan

• Johnny Cash

How did rock and roll evolve from rhythm and blues?

• Incorporating elements of country, gospel, and pop music, adding a stronger backbeat, electric guitar, and energetic vocals.

• Transitioning into a spoken word format with minimal instrumental accompaniment.

• By completely abandoning the blues roots and focusing solely on electronic sounds and synthesizers.

• Incorporating elements of jazz, classical, and reggae music, adding a softer backbeat, acoustic guitar, and mellow vocals.

Name one subgenre of rock and roll.

• Punk Rock

• Country

• Heavy Metal

• Jazz Fusion

Which rock and roll artist is known for the song 'Johnny B. Goode'?

• Chuck Berry

• Elvis Presley

• Buddy Holly

• Little Richard

What influential rock and roll song was released by The Beatles in 1964?

• Hey Jude

• Yesterday

• Can't Buy Me Love

• I Want to Hold Your Hand

Which band is considered one of the pioneers of punk rock?

• The Ramones

• Led Zeppelin

• The Beatles

• Nirvana

What is the name of the rock and roll subgenre that originated in the UK in the late 1970s?

• Metalcore

• Punk Rock

• Reggae

• Grunge

Who is the lead singer of the band Led Zeppelin?

• Roger Waters

• John Bonham

• Jimmy Page

• Robert Plant

What rock and roll artist is known for the song 'Like a Rolling Stone'?

• Michael Jackson

• Bob Dylan

• Johnny Cash

• Elvis Presley