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Tatum Wolf

4 November, 22:44

Which of the following statements about rock 'n' roll is true? The term "rock 'n' roll " itself was derived from the many references to "rockin'" and "rollin'" found in rhythm & blues songs and on race records. The experience of growing up with rock 'n' roll music became a defining characteristic of the baby boom generation. All of these statements are true. The term "rock 'n' roll " was first used for commercial and generational purposes by disc jockey Alan Freed The purchase of rock 'n' roll records by kids in the 1950s proved a way of asserting their generational identity through rebellion against adult standards and restrictions.