Protest Music and Its Evolution

The video explores the evolution of American protest music, from early songs like 'Yankee Doodle' to modern tracks shared via social media. It highlights key moments such as the impact of sound recording, the influence of folk music, the role of protest songs during the Civil Rights Movement, and the rise of hip-hop and feminist punk. The video concludes with the significance of social media in spreading protest music today.

How has the way protest music reaches audiences changed over time?

• It has only changed in the last decade.

• It has become less important over time.

• It has evolved with technological advancements.

• It has remained the same since the 1800s.

What was a characteristic of early American protest songs like 'Yankee Doodle'?

• They were only spread through radio.

• They had complex melodies.

• They were difficult to remember.

• They used familiar tunes.

What impact did electrical sound recording have on protest music in the 1920s?

• It made music less accessible.

• It had no significant impact.

• It allowed for more complex tunes and lyrics.

• It eliminated the need for live performances.

Which artist is known for writing 'This Land is Your Land' as a protest song?

• Bob Dylan

• Woodie Guthrie

• Nina Simone

• Marvin Gaye

What was Bob Dylan's stance on being a protest movement leader?

• He was indifferent.

• He actively campaigned for it.

• He embraced the role.

• He rejected the label.

Which event inspired Marvin Gaye's 'What’s Going On'?

• The Kent State massacre

• The Watergate scandal

• The Civil Rights Movement

• The Vietnam War

What genre became a space for political thought in the 1980s?

• Classical

• Country

• Hip-hop

• Jazz

What movement was associated with feminist punk rock in the 1990s?

• The Anti-War Movement

• The Environmental Movement

• The Riot Grrrl Movement

• The Civil Rights Movement

How did 9/11 impact protest music?

• It had no impact.

• It led to a decline in protest music.

• It shifted focus to environmental issues.

• It created a surge of emotional and frustrated music.

What role does social media play in modern protest music?

• It has no role.

• It hinders the spread of music.

• It is the biggest tool for sharing music.

• It only affects mainstream music.