1. At the age of _18Aretha embarked on a __secular music career as a recording artist. 2. Aretha Franklin was American singer, songwriter, pianist and civil rightsactivist. 3. Aretha was immersed and also involved in the struggle for ___civilrights. 4. Her songs "" and "" became anthems of these movements for social change. 5. Franklin is both a th and st century musical and cultural icon. 6. Aretha is the undisputedqueen of soul. 7. Aretha received the highest civilian honor. 8. Franklin performed at the Inaugurations of. 9. One of Franklin's childhood friend's was. 10. Franklin voice is one of the definitive voices of pop, soul, and.