R&B Music Quiz

Who is considered the 'Father of R&B' music?

• Michael Jackson

• Elvis Presley

• Louis Jordan

• Frank Sinatra

What decade is considered the origin of R&B music?

• 1940s and 1950s

• 1920s and 1930s

• 2000s and 2010s

• 1980s and 1990s

Which artist is known for their influence on the evolution of R&B music in the 1980s?

• Prince

• Whitney Houston

• Madonna

• Michael Jackson

What subgenre of R&B music became popular in the 1990s?

• Grunge

• New Jack Swing

• EDM

• Reggae

Which R&B artist is known for their activism in social movements such as Black Lives Matter?

• Ariana Grande

• Beyoncé

• Justin Bieber

• Taylor Swift

What technological advancements have influenced the production of R&B music in the 21st century?

• Vinyl records, cassette tapes, and CD players

• Analog mixing boards, reel-to-reel tape recorders, and FM radio

• Walkman, VHS tapes, and landline telephones

• Digital audio workstations, auto-tune, and online streaming platforms

Which R&B artist is known for their impact on the genre in the early 2000s?

• Justin Timberlake

• Usher

• Britney Spears

• Alicia Keys

How has R&B music been used to address social issues in the 21st century?

• By advocating for political neutrality and avoiding controversial topics

• By incorporating themes of racial inequality, police brutality, and empowerment in its lyrics and music videos.

• By ignoring social issues and focusing solely on love and relationships

• By promoting violence and materialism in its lyrics and music videos

What role did R&B music play in the Civil Rights Movement?

• It provided a platform for African American artists to express their experiences and struggles, and served as a unifying force for the community.

• It caused division within the African American community

• It had no impact on the Civil Rights Movement

• It was used to suppress the voices of African American artists

Which R&B artist is known for their contribution to the feminist movement through their music?

• Justin Bieber

• Taylor Swift

• Beyoncé

• Ed Sheeran