The 60's Music Quiz

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1. Johnny Cash recorded two of his albums live in prison

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Johnny Cash recorded two of his albums live in prison. This statement is true. Johnny Cash performed live concerts at various prisons throughout his career, and two of these performances were recorded and released as albums. The albums are "At Folsom Prison" (1968) and "At San Quentin" (1969). These recordings were highly successful and helped to revitalize Cash's career, as they showcased his connection with the incarcerated population and his ability to relate to their experiences through his music.

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2. Mus Robert Allan Zimmerman was the real name of this singer who wrote many 1960s protest songs:

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Robert Allan Zimmerman is Bob Dylan's real name.

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3. The Beatles got their start in a Liverpool club called:

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The correct answer is The Cavern Club. The Beatles got their start in this Liverpool club, which became famous for hosting their early performances. The club was a popular venue for live music in the 1960s and played a significant role in the development of the band's career.

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4.  In the '60s, dance music was all the rage. Which of the following was NOT a dance?

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During the 1960s, dance music was extremely popular, and many new dance styles emerged. The Monkey and The Mashed Potato were two of these popular dances. However, The Swahili is not a dance. Swahili is a language spoken by various ethnic groups in East Africa, and it is not associated with any specific dance style.

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5. C Who formed the Rolling Stones, but died before the decade was over?

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Brian Jones formed the Rolling Stones and died in 1969. Mick Jones and Ron Wood were both later members of the band.

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6. The British Invasion began with the Beatles coming to America in:

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The Beatles debuted on "The Ed Sullivan Show" on February 9, 1964.

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7. The infamous murder of Meredith Hunter happened in the concert organised by _________

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The infamous murder of Meredith Hunter happened in the concert organised by the Rolling Stones. This event took place during the Altamont Free Concert on December 6, 1969. Meredith Hunter, a young African American man, was stabbed to death by a member of the Hell's Angels motorcycle gang who were hired as security for the event. This tragic incident became a symbol of the dark side of the 1960s counterculture movement and the decline of the peace and love era.

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8. Many '60s love songs were sung by women. Who was the first female group to have an album in the top spot on the Billboard Chart?

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The Supremes hit No. 1 in 1966 with "The Supremes A' Go-Go."

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9. In theWhat year did the Monkees TV show premier?

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The Monkees TV Show premiered on NBC in September 1966. They made a total of 58 episodes.

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10.  Many '60s bands played at the Woodstock Festival in 1969. It was held in this New York town:

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Woodstock actually took place in Bethel, New York.

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Johnny Cash recorded two of his albums live in prison
Mus Robert Allan Zimmerman was the real name of this singer who wrote...
The Beatles got their start in a Liverpool club called:
 In the '60s, dance music was all the rage. Which of the...
C Who formed the Rolling Stones, but died before the decade was over?
The British Invasion began with the Beatles coming to America in:
The infamous murder of Meredith Hunter happened in the concert...
Many '60s love songs were sung by women. Who was the first female...
In theWhat year did the Monkees TV show premier?
 Many '60s bands played at the Woodstock Festival in 1969. It was...
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