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