Culture in the 1950s Flashcards
1
Q
What was the most popular genre in the 1950s?
A
Rock and Roll
2
Q
Who was the King of Rock and Roll?
A
Elvis Presley
3
Q
What percent of Americans watched Elvis Presley’s 1956 TV performance?
A
82%
4
Q
By the end of the 1950s, how many Americans owned a TV?
A
55 million
5
Q
What happened with film culture in 1950s America?
A
The late 1940s and 1950s saw the rise of the anti-hero, with stars such as James Dean and Marlon Brando. Young people wanted exciting symbols of rebellion.
