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