How Well Do You Know "Billy 1" Lyrics by Bob Dylan
Question 1 |
Where is Billy described as playing cards?
Boot Hill | |
The riverbank | |
The hacienda | |
San Pedro | |
Tularosa |
Question 1 Explanation:
The lyrics specifically state "Dealin' cards 'til dawn in the hacienda."
Question 2 |
What is Billy warned not to do in the second verse?
Cheat in a game | |
Turn his back | |
Trust strangers | |
Sleep too soundly | |
Leave the hacienda |
Question 2 Explanation:
The line "Billy, don't you turn your back on me" is a direct warning.
Question 3 |
Who might greet Billy in the dark hallway?
The Lawman | |
A bounty hunter | |
His friend | |
A sweet señorita | |
Pat Garrett |
Question 3 Explanation:
The lyrics mention, "Into her dark hallway she will lead ya."
Question 4 |
Who is said to have Billy’s number?
The Lawman | |
Bounty hunters | |
Pat Garrett | |
Businessmen from Taos | |
A stranger |
Question 4 Explanation:
The lyrics specify, "They say that Pat Garrett's got your number."
Question 5 |
Where is Billy’s “grand finale” mentioned to occur?
San Pedro | |
El Paso | |
Rio Pecos valley | |
The hacienda | |
A Tularosa alley |
Question 5 Explanation:
The lyrics state, "Down in some Tularosa alley."
Question 6 |
What happened in El Paso?
Billy was caught by bounty hunters | |
Billy shot a woman | |
Billy lost all his money | |
Billy found a hideout | |
Billy met Pat Garrett |
Question 6 Explanation:
The lyrics recount, "Remember in El Paso, once, you shot one."
Question 7 |
What is Billy warned about in terms of strangers?
They will offer him help | |
They will lead him to safety | |
They might sneak glances and take chances | |
They will take his money | |
They will betray him to Pat Garrett |
Question 7 Explanation:
The song says, "There's always some new stranger sneakin' glances, some trigger-happy fool willin' to take chances."
Question 8 |
What does the song suggest about Billy's trust in others?
He should trust Pat Garrett | |
He should be cautious of everyone, even old friends | |
He can rely on strangers for help | |
He should seek out the businessmen from Taos | |
He should trust his instincts more than people |
Question 8 Explanation:
The betrayal by Pat Garrett and the strangers sneaking glances suggest Billy must be wary of everyone.
Question 9 |
What danger is highlighted with the line, "Every little sound just might be thunder"?
A storm approaching | |
Betrayal from friends | |
The arrival of bounty hunters | |
A gunshot from an enemy | |
The collapse of a hideout |
Question 9 Explanation:
The thunder metaphor refers to the sound of gunfire, indicating constant danger.
Question 10 |
What does the phrase "shot down by the man who was your friend" emphasize?
The inevitability of death | |
The cruelty of betrayal | |
The randomness of fate | |
The bond between Billy and Garrett | |
The perils of trusting bounty hunters |
Question 10 Explanation:
The song underscores how being betrayed by a friend adds to the tragedy of Billy's story.
Question 11 |
What role does the señorita play in the song?
A source of comfort for Billy | |
A warning of potential danger | |
A reminder of his past life | |
An ally in his escape | |
A symbol of freedom |
Question 11 Explanation:
The lyrics suggest she might lead Billy into lonesome shadows, which implies danger.
There are 11 questions to complete.
