CLEAN : The Beatles first recording contract going to auction

CLEAN : The Beatles first recording contract going to auction

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History, Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the Beatles' first recording contract, signed in June 1961 in Hamburg, Germany. It highlights the significance of this contract in their early career and its connection to their later success. The Blaschka collection, which includes this contract, was auctioned to allow other fans to own Beatles memorabilia. The collection emphasizes the lesser-known early years of the Beatles in Hamburg.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the members of The Beatles mentioned in their first recording contract?

John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Brian Epstein

John Lennon, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, and Peter Bass

John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Peter Bass

John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Martin

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for auctioning the Blaschka collection?

To raise funds for a Beatles museum

To fund a documentary about The Beatles

To donate to a charity in Uwe Blaschka's name

To allow other fans and collectors to own Beatles memorabilia

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which city did The Beatles sign their first recording contract?

Hamburg

Berlin

London

Liverpool

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the single released as a result of The Beatles' first recording session?

I Want to Hold Your Hand

Love Me Do

My Bonnie

Twist and Shout

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the 'My Bonnie' recording influence The Beatles' career?

It led to their first tour in the United States

It caught the attention of Brian Epstein, leading to their management deal

It resulted in a collaboration with Tony Sheridan

It was their first number one hit in the UK