R2.U8. Karaoke

What does "karaoke" mean?

When did karaoke start?

Where did karaoke come from?

Who invented the first "karaoke machine"?

Who patented his sing-along system, Minus-One, which became the forerunner of the modern karaoke machine?

Karaoke clubs are open ...

• every afternoon

• every evening

• 24/7

• all evenings until midnight

When did karaoke spread throughout Asia?

Where can bar patrons sing for free, usually on a small stage?

• Europe, South America, and Australia

• Europe, North America, and Australia

• Europe, North America, and Austra

• Europe, North Africa, and Australia

The now prestigious international event has been hosted in Finland, Thailand, Russia, and Ireland, with talented singers from ....

• more than 30 countries vying for the top three male and female titles

• more than 30 countries vying for the top two male and female titles

• more than 30 countries vying for the top five male and female titles

• more than 50 countries vying for the top three male and female titles

8-tracks were replaced by cassette ...... , which in turn were replaced by CDs, ..... , laser disc, and ....