The Invention of the Accordion
  • 1. What year is generally considered to be the first patent for the accordion?
A) 1850
B) 1829
C) 1800
D) 1875
  • 2. What is the main component of the accordion that produces sound?
A) Blowers
B) Reeds
C) Pipes
D) Strings
  • 3. What type of accordion does not have a keyboard?
A) Harmonica
B) Button accordion
C) Concertina
D) Piano accordion
  • 4. What is a common material used to make accordion reeds?
A) Wood
B) Copper
C) Plastic
D) Brass
  • 5. Which country is known for the bayan, a type of accordion?
A) Japan
B) Russia
C) Spain
D) Brazil
  • 6. In which region of Europe is the accordion integral to traditional music?
A) Western Europe
B) Eastern Europe
C) Northern Europe
D) Southern Europe
  • 7. During which century did the accordion become popular?
A) 18th century
B) 21st century
C) 20th century
D) 19th century
  • 8. What is the primary feature that differentiates the piano accordion from other types?
A) Size
B) Buttons for notes
C) Number of reeds
D) Piano keyboard
  • 9. What social events often feature accordion music?
A) Festivals
B) Sporting events
C) Business meetings
D) Art exhibitions
  • 10. Which invention is most similar to the accordion?
A) Concertina
B) Bagpipes
C) Recorder
D) Harmonica
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