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