American Music 1825-1900

Music in Europe during this time (1825-1900) is called the ____________ Era.

• Romantic

• Baroque

• Classical

• Renaissance

Which of the following was NOT part of the westward expansion during the 1800s?

• the California Gold Rush

• the Oregon Trail

• Relocation of Native Americans

• the Civil War

Which 2 wars were during the 1800s?

• Mexican-American War

• the Civil War

• Revolutionary War

• French and Indian War

True or False: There were many changes in society during the 1800s.

• True

• False

Which of the following was NOT a major societal change in the 1800s?

• abolition of slavery

• immigration

• civil rights movement

• temperance

Which of the following was NOT part of new technology in the 1800s?

• radar

• steamships

• railroad

• telegraph

What form of entertainment had people imitating stereotypes of African Americans in song and dance?

• Vaudeville

• Broadway

• Minstrel shows

• Opera

True or False: African Americans also performed in minstrel shows wearing blackface.

• True

• False

Dan Emmett was famous for his song "Dixie" which became an anthem for the Confederacy during the Civil War. However, Emmett was from ___________________.

• Kentucky

• Ohio

• Vermont

• Louisiana

Which composer was known as the "March King"?

• Stephen Foster

• John Phillip Sousa

• Dan Emmett

• John Brown