Did You Know? In 60 Seconds: Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind"

Did You Know? In 60 Seconds: Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind"

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9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the creation of new poetic expressions in American songs, focusing on Bob Dylan's 'Blowin' in the Wind'. Written in 1962, the song became a civil rights anthem with roots in African American spirituals. Its lyrics pose questions about social injustices and war, with answers that are both elusive and inevitable. The song gained cultural significance when performed by Peter, Paul, and Mary at the Lincoln Memorial. Over 300 cover versions exist, but Dylan's original remains iconic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year was 'Blowin' in the Wind' written?

1970

1962

1960

1965

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which spiritual song influenced the tune of 'Blowin' in the Wind'?

Go Down Moses

Wade in the Water

No More Auction Block

Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What themes are explored in the lyrics of 'Blowin' in the Wind'?

Love and Romance

Technology and Progress

Social Injustice and War

Nature and Environment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who performed 'Blowin' in the Wind' at the Lincoln Memorial?

The Beach Boys

The Beatles

Peter, Paul, and Mary

Simon & Garfunkel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many cover versions of 'Blowin' in the Wind' have been recorded?

200

300

400

100