Duke Ellington - Main Idea/Supporting Details/Sequence

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    What is the main idea of paragraph 2? 

    • Ellington was introduced to music as a child.
    • Jazz is believed by some to be the only truly American music.
    • Ellington finds a renewed interest in music.
    • People came to love Ellington's music.
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Duke Ellington - Main Idea/Supporting Details/Sequence - Quiz
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This quiz focuses on understanding the main ideas, supporting details, and sequence of events related to Duke Ellington's influence in jazz. It assesses comprehension and analytical skills, exploring Ellington\u2019s musical journey and its impact.

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  • 2. 

    Which of these happened first? 

    • People forget about Duke Ellington.

    • Ellington formed a band.

    • Ellington became a world famous musician.

    • Ellington played at a jazz festival in Newport, Rhode Island.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ellington formed a band.
    Explanation
    Duke Ellington forming a band happened before any of the other events mentioned. This implies that before people forgot about him, before he became a world famous musician, and before he played at the jazz festival in Newport, Rhode Island, he had already formed a band.

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  • 3. 

    Which detail tells that Ellington's music became unpopular? 

    • Then the kind of jazz that Ellington played went out of style.

    • Ellington was not a very dedicated student.

    • They played until almost 2:00 in the morning.

    • Duke Ellington and his band were back!

    Correct Answer
    A. Then the kind of jazz that Ellington played went out of style.
    Explanation
    The detail that tells that Ellington's music became unpopular is "Then the kind of jazz that Ellington played went out of style." This suggests that the style of jazz that Ellington played was no longer popular or in demand, indicating a decline in his music's popularity.

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  • 4. 

    After Ellington and his band played at the Newport Jazz Festival, they

    • Started playing in clubs around the world.

    • Moved to Washington D.C.

    • Became popular again.

    • Formed the Duke Ellington Orchestra.

    Correct Answer
    A. Became popular again.
    Explanation
    After Ellington and his band played at the Newport Jazz Festival, they gained a renewed popularity. The festival performance showcased their talent and brought them into the spotlight, leading to increased recognition and demand for their music. This success allowed them to start playing in clubs around the world, expanding their reach and further solidifying their popularity.

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  • 5. 

    The main idea of the article can be found

    • In the first paragraph.

    • In the middle of the article.

    • In the last paragraph.

    • By thinking about the most important idea in the article.

    Correct Answer
    A. By thinking about the most important idea in the article.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "by thinking about the most important idea in the article." This answer is supported by the fact that the question is asking for the main idea of the article, and it suggests that the reader should identify the most important idea in order to find the main idea. This implies that the main idea can be determined by thinking about the most important concept presented in the article.

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  • 6. 

    Jazz began in

    • Newport, Rhode Island.

    • The western part of America.

    • Clubs in New York City.

    • The American South.

    Correct Answer
    A. The American South.
    Explanation
    Jazz originated in the American South. This genre of music emerged in the early 20th century, particularly in cities like New Orleans, Louisiana. It was influenced by African-American musical traditions, including blues and ragtime, and was popularized by musicians such as Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. The American South played a significant role in the development and evolution of jazz, with its unique cultural and musical influences shaping the genre's distinctive sound.

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  • 7. 

    TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT, YOU MUST ANSWER THIS QUESTION IN COMPLETE SENTENCES. Why do you think that "jazz is sometimes called the only truly American music"?

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