Cultural Appropriation In Black Music

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What does the speaker find astounding about people of African Caribbean origin?

• Their repetition of negative stereotypes

• Their knowledge of history

• Their cultural pride

• Their musical talent

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According to the speaker, what should people of African Caribbean origin do if they are ignorant of their cultural history?

• Ignore their cultural roots

• Watch more television

• Cease to speak or put themselves forward as experts

• Learn from American rap records

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What does the speaker compare the acknowledgment of cultural origins in music to?

• Learning a new language

• Practicing a Chinese martial art

• Reading Shakespeare

• Playing a sport

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What is the speaker's view on the commercialization of African Caribbean music by record labels?

• It helps promote the music

• It makes the music more popular

• It co-opts the music and erases its origins

• It has no impact on the music

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What does the speaker say about the early rock musicians?

• They were all middle class white men

• They were African-American women

• They were influenced by European classical music

• They were from Asia

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What does the speaker predict about the future of rap and grime music?

• It will remain true to its roots

• It will be forgotten

• It will become less popular

• It will be seen as white music

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What does the speaker say about Eminem's acknowledgment of his success?

• He believes he would have sold more if he were black

• He claims to have no influences

• He acknowledges the racism in society

• He denies his cultural influences

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According to the speaker, what is the impact of racism on the music industry?

• It has no impact

• It only affects black artists

• It is beyond ridiculous to think it doesn't affect the industry

• It affects all artists equally

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What does the speaker say about the portrayal of violence in music videos by white artists?

• They are often shut down by authorities

• They are not accused of promoting violence

• They are seen as more authentic

• They face the same consequences as black artists

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What does the speaker say about Bob Marley's identity and music?

• He denied his African heritage

• He was apolitical

• He openly affirmed a black and African identity

• He was racially neutral and confused