Music History and Concepts Assessment

The video covers various topics related to music, including vocabulary, the history of music players, pronunciation exercises, and a case study of Rebecca Flint's fame in Japan. It also discusses illegal music downloads, Duffy's musical career, and jazz instruments. The video concludes with a revision exercise and a sketch about meeting a pen pal.

What was the last album Megan bought, and how did she feel about it?

• The Fame by Lady Gaga; she found it quite good.

• Bionic by Christina Aguilera; she loved it.

• The Resistance by Muse; she thought it was okay.

• Rock Ferry by Duffy; she played it occasionally.

Who invented the phonograph, and in what year?

• Alexander Graham Bell in 1876

• Guglielmo Marconi in 1895

• Thomas Edison in 1877

• Nikola Tesla in 1888

What was the first portable personal stereo called?

• Phonograph

• iPod

• CD Player

• Sony Walkman

What type of music does Rebecca Flint dance to?

• British rock songs

• Classical music

• American pop songs

• J-pop and anime theme songs

Which famous music venue is located in Australia?

• The Met

• Carnegie Hall

• Sydney Opera House

• Royal Albert Hall

What percentage of song downloads were illegal last year?

• 100%

• 95%

• 75%

• 50%

Which instrument is not part of a typical jazz band?

• Trumpet

• Violin

• Drums

• Saxophone

What is the main material used to make a brass instrument?

• Wood

• Glass

• Plastic

• Metal

What is the role of a reed in woodwind instruments?

• To provide rhythm

• To vibrate and produce sound

• To change the pitch

• To amplify sound

What is the main issue with illegal music downloads?

• They are too expensive

• They have poor sound quality

• They are difficult to find

• They are not paid for