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Bob Dylan, “Oxford Town” Source: Marion S. Trikosko, U.S. News & World Report In 1962, James Meredith became the first African American to attend the University of Mississippi. It took a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court, and the presence of hundreds of U.S. Marshals and members of the National Guard to insure that Meredith would be allowed to attend. Riots, resulting in two deaths, accompanied his arrival at the university, located in the town of Oxford. Bob Dylan, one of many singers who took up the cause of the civil rights movement, wrote “Oxford Town” in response to the integration of the University of Mississippi and the riots that followed. Excerpt from Lyrics He went down to Oxford Town Guns and clubs followed him down All because his face was brown Better get away from Oxford Town. Oxford Town around the bend He comes to the door, he couldn't get in All because of the color of his skin What do you think about that, my frien' ? Questions for Discussion 1. How does Dylan describe the events that took place in Oxford, Mississippi? 2. Does Dylan mention Meredith or the university by name? Why do you think he makes this choice? 3. What is the tone of Dylan’s voice as he sings this song? How does he feel about the events that took place in Oxford? 4. Why might Dylan, and other white folksingers, have become involved in the civil rights movement? What influence might they have had on convincing white listeners to become involved in the movement? WWW.TEACHROCK.ORG.

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