Women in Music

The main difference between the Sweethearts and most other bands of the 1040s was that the Sweethearts —

• were allowed to travel and perform in Europe

• were a racially integrated group of women

• played swing music outside the South

• tended to perform in large cities

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Which sentence from the selection helps explain why the Sweethearts became successful?

• Swing musicians usually played instruments such as the clarinet, the saxophone, and the trumpet.

• At this point a few new musicians joined the group.

• The women chose to include "International" in the band's name because they came from many different cultural backgrounds.

• But they remained focused on their main ambition: to play great swing music.

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The author wrote this selections most likely to —

• explain how swing music is played

• encourage young women to learn how to play musical instruments

• celebrate a group of musicians who influenced American popular music

• prove that the 1940s were a turning point for female musicians

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Which sentence expresses the main idea of the selection?

• The International Sweethearts of Rhythm traveled and performed in the United States during World War II.

• The International Sweethearts of Rhythm commonly performed to sold-out crowds in ballrooms and theaters.

• The International Sweethearts of Rhythm were an all-female touring swing band popular during the 1940s.

• The International Sweethearts of Rhythm chose to play swing music because it was what most people wanted to hear.

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who is Lucy's favorite female singer?

• sza

• taylor swift

• ariana grande

• billie eilish

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Which of the following female artists is known for her role in the feminist movement through her music?

• A) Madonna

• B) Beyoncé

• C) Aretha Franklin

• D) Lady Gaga

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What is the main theme of the song 'Respect' by Aretha Franklin?

• A) Love

• B) Empowerment

• C) Heartbreak

• D) Friendship

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Which sentence best describes the impact of women in the music industry?

• A) Women have always been the dominant force in music.

• B) Women have contributed significantly to various music genres.

• C) Women rarely participate in music production.

• D) Women only perform in pop music.

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Who was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

• A) Janis Joplin

• B) Tina Turner

• C) Aretha Franklin

• D) Joni Mitchell

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Which of the following artists is known for breaking gender norms in her performances?

• A) Adele

• B) Lady Gaga

• C) Taylor Swift

• D) Shakira

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