Elvis Presley was an American singer, musician, and actor, but is best known as "The King of Rock 'n' Roll." To date, he is the only performer to have been inducted into four music halls of fame. He has become a legend in music history. Many musicians have named Presley as a great influence on their careers.

Question

As it is used in the passage, the word legend most nearly means
A.
a fictitious person whom stories and myths are written about.
B.
a fictitious person who is characterized as a music performer.
C.
a person with a rich and well-documented heritage.
D.
a person so celebrated that they inspire others.

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. a person so celebrated that they inspire others.

In the context of the passage, "legend" refers to Elvis Presley’s status as a highly celebrated figure who has had a significant influence on many musicians and has become a prominent part of music history.