1. Describe the roots and early years of rock ’n’ roll. 
2. Who was Alan Freed, and what was his contribution to rock ’n’ roll?
3. Describe the relationship between technological developments and changing musical styles as they relate to the electric guitar.
4. Describe the phenomenon of the cover version in early rock ’n’ roll.
5. Who were the rock ’n’ roll stars on the R&B side?
6. Who were the rock ’n’ roll starts on the country side?
7. Describe the career of Elvis Presley. Where did he begin his recording career? How did his public image and music evolve throughout his career?
8. Who were the female artists in rock ’n’ roll during the 1950s? Why were they not as popular as their male counterparts?
9. Who were Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller?
10. In what ways did rock ’n’ roll affect youth culture in America during the 1950s?