Electric Guitars

What classical instrument (before electric guitars) was important to many early Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees?

• Acoustic Guitar

• Drums

• Piano

• Saxophone

What did Jerry Lee Lewis demonstrate in his performance of "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On"?

• The use of soft and slow rhythms
  

• The role of background instruments

• The piano's energetic potential

• The melodic tones of the piano

How did Reverend Jimmie Snow, and other older generations, view the rhythm of Rock and Roll?

• As a harmless musical style

• As a bad influence on youth

• As a tradition rooted in classical music

• As a modern expression of spirituality

Which advertisement connected its product with the idea of tradition?

• Fender Electric Guitars (1953)

• Steinway & Sons Pianos (1920)

Which advertisement connected its product with the idea of modernity and the future?

• Fender Electric Guitars (1953)

• Steinway & Sons Pianos (1920)

What did Chuck Berry’s song title “Roll Over Beethoven” suggest about Rock and Roll?

• It incorporated Beethoven’s melodies.

• It was inspired by classical piano pieces.

• It rejected classical music traditions.

• It bridged the gap between Rock and classical music.

What aspect of 1950s culture contributed to the popularity of electric guitars?

• The space race and modern technology fascination

• The rise of classical music concerts

• Economic hardships following World War II

• The decline of live performances

What made electric guitars more appealing to teenagers compared to pianos?

• They were cheaper and new.

• They could only be played in bands.

• They required no musical training.

• They were always more expensive than pianos.

Select all the brands of Electric Guitars. (Choose all that apply)

• Steinway

• Fender

• Gibson

• Telecaster

What is the model of this electric guitar called?

• Stratocaster

• ES-150

• Flying V

• Explorer