VOICED: Five years after Katrina, New Orleans jazz gets back its swing

VOICED: Five years after Katrina, New Orleans jazz gets back its swing

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the revival of the jazz scene in New Orleans post-Hurricane Katrina. It highlights the struggles musicians faced returning to the city and the resilience of the community. The cultural significance of New Orleans is emphasized, along with recovery efforts like the musicians' village. The video concludes with the influx of new musicians and the promising future of the city's music scene.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the renewed creativity among musicians in New Orleans?

There are more venues to perform.

The weather has improved.

The city provided new instruments.

The musicians have had new experiences.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was built to help musicians who returned to New Orleans after the hurricane?

A new concert hall

A musicians' village

A recording studio

A music school

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotional impact did staying away from New Orleans have on some musicians?

They were indifferent.

They felt relieved.

They were happy.

They died of broken hearts.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which venue in the French Quarter was among the first to reopen after the floods?

The Palm Court

The Jazz Museum

The Blues Club

The Music Hall

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are young musicians like Ben moving to New Orleans?

To find cheaper housing

To escape the cold weather

To start a new career in acting

To be part of the vibrant music scene