Musical Genres

Question 1

Jazz is no longer considered a genre of music that is still being created today

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Who is this artist?

Accepted Answer

Louis Armstrong

Question 3

What genre of music is known for its improvisation and use of instruments like the trumpet and saxophone?

Accepted Answer

Jazz

Question 4

Which of the following instruments is NOT typically found in a jazz band?

Accepted Answer

Violin

Question 5

This artist is considered the creator of rock and roll.

Accepted Answer

Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Question 6

People used to and still sometimes dance like this to what genre of music?

Accepted Answer

Big Band/Swing

Question 7

Popular music (Pop music) can include all genres.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

What genre of music was becoming more popular in the 1930's?

Accepted Answer

Jazz

Question 9

ABBA is known as being what type of music genre?

Accepted Answer

Disco

Question 10

Elvis is the creator of rock and roll.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 11

Which music genre originated in the African American community and often features strong rhythms and heartfelt lyrics?

Accepted Answer

Soul

Question 12

Reggae music often has a laid-back feel and originated in which country?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica

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