The history of music

What is considered the earliest form of musical expression?

• Dance

• Musical instruments

• Singing

• Painting

Who were some of the prominent composers during the European classical era?

• Mozart and Beethoven

• Elvis Presley

• The Beatles

• Michael Jackson

Which musical genres emerged from the cultural blend between Africa, Europe, and America?

• Reggae

• Tango

• Blues and Jazz

• Flamenco

Which decade witnessed the rise of rock and roll?

• 1960s

• 1980s

• 1950s

• 1970s

Which British bands had a significant impact on the American music scene during the 1960s?

• The Rolling Stones and The Beatles

• ABBA

• Nirvana

• Queen

In which decade and in which place did hip-hop originate?

• 1970s, New York

• 1960s, Chicago

• 2000s, Los Angeles

• 1970s, Miami

How did the arrival of the Internet in the 1990s change the way people consume music?

• Reduced accessibility

• Streaming and online downloads

• Exclusive radio

• Vinyl records

Which pop artists are mentioned as examples of the globalization of music in the last decades of the 20th century?

• Beyoncé and Michael Jackson

• Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash

• Bob Marley and Jimi Hendrix

• The Rolling Stones and The Beatles

Which technological advances revolutionized music creation, allowing producers to experiment with sounds more easily?

• Development of synthesizers and samplers

• Invention of the piano

• Use of traditional instruments only

• Exclusively live recordings

How has the digital era impacted the music industry, especially for independent artists?

• Greater control by major record labels

• Limited access to online music

• Restrictions on digital distribution

• Opportunities for independent artists