40s
This form of entertainment became popular in the 40s because it was a way for families to listen to music, hear soap operas, and get updates about the war
Radio
What Magical theme park opened its doors in 1955
Disneyland
This civil rights activist lead 250,000 people to Lincoln Memorial to fight for equal rights
Martin Luther King Jr
MLK Jr
A form of Jazz that is fast paced and focuses on instruments getting to improvise solos
Bebop
"King of Rock n Roll" and the pioneer of Rockabilly
Elvis Presley
Identify which 40s style this is based on what you hear.
R&B
Doowop
Swing
Doowop
The Bikini Swimsuit made its debut in this year (1940-1949)
1946
This event caused America to enter WWII
Pearl Harbor
This Movement forced America to question it's preconceived ideas about equality.
Civil Rights Movement
Neil Armstrong landed on the moon in this year.
1969
1950s A form of rock n roll that still utilized elements of country in its songs!
Rockabilly
Known as the "King of Swing", this clarinet player specialized in conducting Big Band music.
Benny Goodman
Identify which 40s style this is based on what you hear.
Skiffle
Rock N Roll
Garage Rock
Skiffle
These convenient frozen meals became wildly popular with their invention in 1953. Making family dinners significantly easier for mom and dad.
TV Dinners
What are the 3 purposes of War Songs?
(100pts per correct answer)
Boost Morale, Enlistment, Purchasing of War Bonds
American was changed politically and socially by these 3 events
(100pts per correct answer)
Korean War, Civil Rights Movement, and Space Race
What are the Full names of the Beatles
Hint: There are four of them
George Harrison, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and John Lennon
A form of Jazz consisting of several instrumental parts. Typically the background music for movies or TV shows.
Big Band
100% the largest and most popular group of the 60s with their psychedelic style of rock and roll that captivated the youth of America!
The Beatles
Identify which 40s style this is based on what you hear.
Swing
Big Band
R&B
R&B
These 2 states did not officially become states until 1959
(150 pts per correct answer)
Alaska and Hawaii
Name the 4 inventions that came out of the 40s
(100pts per correct answer)
The Jeep
The Microwave
The Television
The Slinky/Frisbee
______, a radio DJ in Cleveland, OH, coined the phrase _______ as the emerging style of music.
(200 pts per correct answer)
Alan Freed
Rock N Roll
This is the phrase used to describe the fandom that dominated the 1960's.
Hint: The phrase has the name of the band in it
Beatlemania
A style of R&B dominated by African Americans that empowered many blacks and produced timeless classics.
Motown
Known as one of the biggest stars of the 40s, this singer captivated audiences with his relaxed voice and popular christmas album
Bing Crosby
Identify which 60s style this is based on what you hear.
Surf Music
Psychedelic Pop
Jazz Fusion
Psychedelic Pop
This 1969 Music Festival hosted 400,000 fans to hear some of the greatest rock music ever played, and to enjoy “3 Days of Peace & Music.”
Woodstock
This genre of music is the main influence of all the 5 styles that came out of the 40s
Jazz
Thought this show first aired in 1948, it did not become the most watched TV show in America until 1953. Paving the way for many musicians such as Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, and even the Beatles.
The Ed Sullivan Show
The primary style of music in the 60s was rock. However, how was the rock music described as in our slides to show it was different from the 50s "rock N roll"
This was a softer style of Rock music.
1950s A raw form of rock n roll that is often fast paced and energetic!
Garage Rock
The Group created a style of rock that was fun, light hearted and embraced the surf culture of the 60s. Their music has created tons of timeless classics people still know today!
Identify which 60s style this is based on what you hear.
Motown
British Invasion
Surf Music
British Invasion
John F. Kennedy
A Swing or Jazz band consists of a wide range of instruments. List 4 of them
(150pts per correct answer)
Trumpet, Saxophone, Trombone, Drums, Clarinet, Flute, Tuba, Piano, Etc
What are the 3 instruments primarily thought of as "Rock N Roll" instruments?
Drums, Bass Guitar, and Guitar
Explain in a few sentences how the music of the 60s was different politically and socially from the 40s
Music of the 40's was meant to empower the government and was pro-war involvement.
Music of the 60s was against America's involvement in war and spoke of fighting against the government. Music of the 60s also spoke out against racism and looked for all people to come together.
Emerging in the late 60s, this style fused rock and jazz for a unique and funky style of rock.
Jazz Fusion
This 1960's musical artist wrote songs to promote change in America. His folksy music talked about land conservation, civil rights, and anti-war.
Bob Dylan
Identify which 50s style this is based on what you hear.
British Rock
Rock N Roll
Skiffle
Rock N Roll
This television showed first aired in 1951 and quickly became the most watched comedy show in America. Written and produced by the first famous female comedian to own her own tv program.
I Love Lucy