Anthology Of American Folk Music Album Quiz
The Anthology of American Folk Music is&n bsp;a six-album compilation released by Folkways Records, comprising eighty four American blues, folk and country music. Do you think your knowledge in these genres are enough to perfect your score on this album? Find out and take this quiz.
- 1.
When was this album released?
- A.
1979
- B.
1963
- C.
1948
- D.
1952
Correct Answer
D. 1952Explanation
The correct answer is 1952. This means that the album in question was released in 1952.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was the Experimental filmmaker who compiled the music from his personal collection of 78 rpm records?
- A.
Steven Spielberg
- B.
Harry Smith
- C.
Jerry Bruckheimer
- D.
Bob Dylan
Correct Answer
B. Harry SmithExplanation
Harry Smith was an experimental filmmaker who compiled the music from his personal collection of 78 rpm records. He was known for his unique approach to filmmaking, often incorporating found footage and unusual soundtracks. His work was influential in the avant-garde film movement and he is considered a pioneer in the field. His personal collection of records was extensive and he used them to create soundtracks that were unconventional and innovative.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The album as divided into how many volumes?
- A.
6
- B.
2
- C.
4
- D.
3
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D. 3Explanation
The album is divided into three volumes.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was the critic's name from Allmusic who reviewed this album as the most influential document in the 50's?
- A.
John Bush
- B.
Clarence Ashley
- C.
John Fahey
- D.
Robert Christgau
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A. John Bush -
- 5.
What is the album's rank for the Rolling Stone's 500 greatest album of all time?
- A.
367
- B.
198
- C.
276
- D.
211
Correct Answer
C. 276Explanation
The album's rank for the Rolling Stone's 500 greatest album of all time is 276.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In 2000, a fourth volume was released by another record label company. What is the name of the company?
- A.
Revenant Records
- B.
Elektra Records
- C.
Island Records
- D.
Columbia Records
Correct Answer
A. Revenant RecordsExplanation
The correct answer is Revenant Records. In 2000, a fourth volume was released by another record label company, and that company is Revenant Records.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In what album volume part that mainly consist of religious and spiritual songs?
- A.
First Volume
- B.
Third Volume
- C.
Fourth Volume
- D.
Second Volume
Correct Answer
D. Second VolumeExplanation
The second volume of the album mainly consists of religious and spiritual songs.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who have replaced the album's cover in 1960?
- A.
Harry Smith
- B.
Irwin Silber
- C.
Ben Shahn
- D.
Chubby Parker
Correct Answer
B. Irwin SilberExplanation
Irwin Silber is the correct answer because he replaced the album's cover in 1960.Rate this question:
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