Black History Month: Rural Blues

Click and drag the following definitions to the correct terms/vocabualry.

• Ragtime

• A song that expresses disapproval or protests about a social or political issue.

• Rural Blues

• A type of music evolved by African American musicians int he 1890s. Played especially on the piano and contained a syncopated melody and accented accompaniment.

• Protest Songs

• Religious folksongs that originated in the American South during the 18th and 19th century.

• Spirituals

• A style of music that originated in the rural areas of the US durin the early 20th century

• Syncopation

• A musical technique that temporarily changes/shifts the regular tempo of music.

Which war did the Blues start to develop?

• World War II

• World War I

• The Thousand Year’s War

• Civil War

What law during this time was in effect?

• Jim Crow Laws

• Civil Rights Law

• Sherman Anti-Trust Act

• Second Morrill Act

What purpose did 'Rural Blues' serve for African Americans at the time?

• It was a form of communication

• Served as an entertainment option

• Both A and B

• Just A

Which other musical genre did 'Rural Blues' share some elements with at this time?

• Hip-hop

• Rap

• Swing

• Ragtime

In the Blues, what type of lyrics did it contain?

• Ups and downs of daily life.

• Observations in nature.

• Mistreatment from lovers.

• A and C

The songs of the blues were passed down through which method?

• Written records

• Oral tradition

• Digital recordings

• Sheet music

The radio became influential for the Blues by:

• spreading the music to a wider audience

• limiting the reach of Blues music

• making Blues music less popular

• only playing Blues music in certain regions

Charlie Patton was a pioneering figure in which musical genre, known for his contributions and influence?

• Jazz

• Blues

• Rock and Roll

• Country

Charlie Patton wrote this song because:

• he wanted to express his emotions.

• he was inspired by a personal experience.

• he aimed to address social issues.

• he was commissioned to write it.