The Day the Music Died

What nickname was given to the day Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper died?

• The day rock and roll was born

• The day the music died

• The day the music soared

• The day the stars fell

What was Buddy Holly's real name?

• Charles Hardin Holley

• Richard Steven Valenzuela

• J.P. Richardson Jr.

• Elvis Presley

What musical style did Buddy Holly initially incorporate into his music?

• Jazz

• Classical

• Rockabilly

• Hip-hop

Which instrument did Ritchie Valens NOT play?

• Guitar

• Bass

• Drums

• Violin

Which song was a hit for Ritchie Valens?

• That'll Be the Day

• Peggy Sue

• La Bamba

• Chantilly Lace

What was the Big Bopper's real name?

• Waylon Jennings

• J.P. Richardson Jr.

• Charles Hardin Holley

• Richard Valenzuela

What was the Big Bopper known for before his music career took off?

• A record-breaking radio DJ

• A professional baseball player

• A lawyer

• A high school teacher

Who gave up his seat on the plane to the Big Bopper?

• Waylon Jennings

• Roger Peterson

• Tommy Allsup

• Buddy Holly

How did Ritchie Valens secure his seat on the plane?

• He was the headliner of the tour

• He arrived first

• He paid extra

• Winning a coin toss

What caused the plane crash that killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper?

• Fuel shortage

• Engine failure

• Pilot error and poor visibility

• Bird strike