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7 fact-checked facts about Memphis, Tennessee: its music, food, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

Memphis lies along which river?

AnswerThe Mississippi

The city sits on bluffs above the Mississippi.

Graceland was the home of which singer?

AnswerElvis Presley

Graceland is Elvis Presley's former Memphis mansion.

Going deeper

Which Memphis street is famous as a home of the blues?

AnswerBeale Street

Beale Street's clubs helped shape the blues.

The National Civil Rights Museum is built around which historic site?

AnswerThe Lorraine Motel

The museum incorporates the Lorraine Motel.

What style of ribs is Memphis barbecue best known for?

AnswerDry-rub pork ribs

Memphis ribs are often served dry with a spice rub.

Expert level

In which year was Memphis founded?

Answer1819

Memphis was founded in 1819.

Memphis's Stax Records is best known for which music style?

AnswerSoul

Stax was a powerhouse of Southern soul.

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