Paired Passage Quiz

What is a cappella music?

• Music using only the human voice

• Music using only instruments

• Music using both voice and instruments

• Music using electronic sounds

What type of groups emerged in the early 1900s?

• Barbershop quartets

• Jazz bands

• Rock bands

• Orchestras

How did young people create beats without drum machines and instruments?

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Describe how each new beatbox artist added something to the craft.

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How has the Web helped beatbox reach new audiences?

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The author includes information that helps the reader conclude that a cappella —

• will continue to be appreciated

• will rarely be performed

• will help singers improve

• will replace musical instruments

The reader can infer that —

• people enjoy a cappella more than other forms of music

• the media has increased the popularity of a cappella

• a cappella singers require extensive training

• television shows that feature a cappella win awards

Which detail from the text best supports the idea that singing a cappella requires skill?

• A low voice booms rhythmically like a bass guitar. (paragraph 1)

• But it didn’t take long for modern artists to begin recording songs in the a cappella style again. (paragraph 3)

• They also reflect the effort required of high school and college performers as they prepare for national and international competitions. (paragraph 4)

• There is something unique about a song that sounds full and complete but is created by only voices. (paragraph 5)

The author included the photographs most likely to —

• provide examples of different a cappella groups

• convince the reader that a cappella is enjoyable

• show images of a cappella competitions

• help the reader learn how to sing a cappella

Based on the information in paragraph 2, what conclusions can the reader draw about Doug E Fresh? Select TWO correct answers.

• He enjoys performing.

• He is a pioneer in his industry.

• He worked hard to record his first album.

• He was well-known before winning a talent show.

• He made other people interested in his art form.