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1
Who was Bessie Smith?
A classical pianist
A blues singer
A jazz trumpet player
A dancer from the 1920s
2
In which decade was Bessie Smith famous?
1920s
1950s
1990s
1930s
3
What did Bessie Smith help do for other artists?
She wrote poetry for schools
She played in silent movies
She paved the way for African-American musicians
She taught them to dance
4
How did Louis Armstrong revolutionize jazz?
By inventing new instruments
By playing classical music
With his virtuosity, charisma, and unique voice
By only performing in Europe
5
What was Bessie Smith’s nickname?
The Soul Singer
The Jazz Lady
The Empress of the Blues
The Music Queen
6
What was Louis Armstrong?
Piano and drums
Guitar
dancer
Trumpet and also sang
7
what made him unique as an artist?
His abstract paintings
His way of dancing
His poetry writing
His voice and special style of playing
8
What was special about her voice?
It was quiet and whispery
It was very soft
It was strong and soulful
It was high-pitched
9
What instruments did Louis Armstrong play?
drum
flute
piano
trumpet
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What genre of music did Louis Armstrong sing?
jazz
blues
swinge
ragtime