The Invention of the Accordion
  • 1. What year is generally considered to be the first patent for the accordion?
A) 1850
B) 1800
C) 1875
D) 1829
  • 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) Harmonica
C) Piano accordion
D) Button accordion
  • 4. What is a common material used to make accordion reeds?
A) Wood
B) Copper
C) Plastic
D) Brass
  • 5. During which century did the accordion become popular?
A) 19th century
B) 20th century
C) 21st century
D) 18th century
  • 6. In which region of Europe is the accordion integral to traditional music?
A) Northern Europe
B) Eastern Europe
C) Southern Europe
D) Western Europe
  • 7. What is the primary feature that differentiates the piano accordion from other types?
A) Number of reeds
B) Buttons for notes
C) Piano keyboard
D) Size
  • 8. Which invention is most similar to the accordion?
A) Harmonica
B) Recorder
C) Bagpipes
D) Concertina
  • 9. What social events often feature accordion music?
A) Art exhibitions
B) Festivals
C) Business meetings
D) Sporting events
  • 10. Which country is known for the bayan, a type of accordion?
A) Brazil
B) Russia
C) Japan
D) Spain
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