The Invention of the Accordion
  • 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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