Coal Mining and Country Music Trivia

The video explores the rise of coal mining in Kentucky after the Civil War, highlighting the tough lives of miners and the company towns they lived in. It delves into Loretta Lynn's influence in bringing attention to miners' struggles through her music. The Country Music Highway is introduced as a tribute to local music legends, including Loretta Lynn, Dwight Yoakam, and Billy Ray Cyrus. The video also covers the story of The Judds, who rose from humble beginnings in Ashland to become top-selling country artists.

What was a major factor that led to the coal boom in Kentucky after the Civil War?

• The expansion of the textile industry

• The discovery of gold

• The demand for coal by trains and factories

• The invention of the steam engine

What was one of the main challenges faced by coal miners in company towns?

• Lack of access to education

• High cost of living imposed by the company

• Scarcity of food supplies

• Frequent natural disasters

Which song by Loretta Lynn highlighted the struggles of coal miners?

• Coal Miner's Daughter

• Fist City

• You Ain't Woman Enough

• Blue Kentucky Girl

What is the Country Music Highway known for?

• Being the longest highway in Kentucky

• Honoring local country music legends

• Hosting annual music festivals

• Connecting major coal mines

Which of the following artists is NOT associated with the Country Music Highway?

• Patty Loveless

• Billy Ray Cyrus

• Dwight Yoakam

• Johnny Cash

Where did Naomi Judd play music before becoming famous?

• In a Nashville recording studio

• At the Kentucky State Fair

• At Ashland's Baptist Church

• At a local radio station

What was a significant factor in the Judds' rise to fame?

• Their performances at the Grand Ole Opry

• Their nostalgic songs about Kentucky

• Their collaboration with Loretta Lynn

• Their unique blend of rock and country

What inspired many of the Judds' songs?

• The beauty of the Kentucky landscape

• The bustling city life

• The struggles of urban living

• The history of American politics

Which medical center is mentioned in connection with the Judds?

• St. Mary's Hospital

• Ashland Regional Hospital

• King's Daughters Medical Center

• University of Kentucky Medical Center

What is a common theme in the music of both Loretta Lynn and the Judds?

• The history of American wars

• The glamour of Hollywood

• The challenges of rural life

• The excitement of city adventures