Philadelphia Orchestra

The transcript discusses the unexpected rise in popularity of traditional Russian ballet among new audiences, contrasting it with American vaudeville. It highlights the enduring appeal of certain entertainment forms and explores current trends in the entertainment industry.

Which two entertainment forms are introduced in the first section?

• American vaudeville and Italian opera

• Russian ballet and French opera

• American vaudeville and Russian ballet

• French opera and Italian ballet

What is highlighted about Russian ballet in the second section?

• Its unexpected new audience

• Its decline in popularity

• Its traditional techniques

• Its famous choreographers

Which entertainment form is mentioned as having a new crop of devotees?

• American vaudeville

• Russian ballet

• French opera

• Italian ballet

What is the focus of the final section?

• The lasting popularity of certain entertainment forms

• The decline of ballet

• The rise of new entertainment genres

• The history of vaudeville

What does the final section suggest about entertainment?

• New forms are always better

• Old forms are forgotten

• Some forms remain popular over time

• It is constantly changing