Rock singer Elvis Presley changes from street clothes to army issue as he enters the military in 1958.

Rock singer Elvis Presley changes from street clothes to army issue as he enters the military in 1958.

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Elvis Presley served in the 3rd Armored Division in Germany as a truck driver. During his army service in 1958, he earned nearly $2,000,000, distinguishing him from other soldiers, although he lived a life similar to them.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which division did Elvis Presley serve while in Germany?

1st Infantry Division

3rd Armored Division

82nd Airborne Division

101st Airborne Division

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Elvis Presley have in the army?

Truck Driver

Mechanic

Chef

Pilot

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did Elvis Presley earn while serving in the army in 1958?

$500,000

$3,000,000

$2,000,000

$1,000,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was unique about Elvis Presley's army experience compared to other soldiers?

He was treated almost like any other soldier

He had a special rank

He served in a different country

He had a different uniform

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite his earnings, how was Elvis Presley treated in the army?

As a celebrity

As a regular soldier

As a civilian

As a commanding officer