How Well Do You Know Memphis? A Historical Facts Quiz
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Created 7/14/2024
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Explore the rich history of Memphis, Tennessee
1. When was the city of Memphis officially founded?
2. Memphis was named after an ancient city located in which region?
3. What major disaster struck Memphis in 1878 causing it to go bankrupt?
4. Which set of three investors founded Memphis?
5. In what year did Union forces capture Memphis during the Civil War?
6. Which famous civil rights leader was assassinated in Memphis in 1968?
7. Where was the Lorraine Motel, the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, located?
8. Which musical genre is Memphis particularly famous for in the 20th century?
9. What key infrastructure made Memphis an important city during the Civil War?
10. Which famous musician, known as the King of Rock 'n' Roll, made Memphis his home?
11. Which festival in Memphis is famous for its barbecue competition?
12. What major commodity crop contributed to Memphis's early 20th century economic growth?
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