19 Questions
Which city is the largest and most populous in the state of Michigan?
Detroit
When did Henry Ford establish his company in Detroit?
1910
Which industry played a major role in Detroit's growth in the 1800s?
Auto industry
Which record company was started by Berry Gordy in Detroit?
Motown Records
Which event in 1967 led to racial conflict in Detroit?
The 1967 riots
Which artists were launched by Motown Records?
The Temptations and Diana Ross
What genre of music influenced the creation of the 'Motown Sound'?
Gospel, rhythm and blues, jazz, and funk
What concept did Berry Gordy introduce to Otis and The Temptations at Motown Records?
Quality Control
How many No. 1 hits did Motown Records produce?
180
Which group was inspired by their time working on the automotive production line?
The Temptations
During which time period did songs of protest have a long history in the United States?
Colonial period
What inspired artists to create songs in support of the Civil Rights Movement, promoting peace, highlighting injustice, and criticizing the Vietnam War?
The 1960s
Which hit song was first recorded by Edwin Starr before The Temptations recorded their version?
War
Which song did The Temptations later record after being frustrated over the missed opportunity to record 'War'?
Ball of Confusion (That's What the World Is Today)
What were The Temptations eager to use their position as popular artists to address?
Issues they're concerned about
Which group recorded the hit song 'War' after The Temptations?
Edwin Starr
What did songs of protest in the United States aim to promote?
Peace
What did songs of protest in the United States aim to highlight?
Injustice
What did songs of protest in the United States aim to criticize?
Vietnam War
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