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Who was the founder of Motown

Berry Gordy Jr.

The black soul anthem Say It Loud you are Black and you are Proud was written by which of the following artists

James Brown.

Berry Gordy Jr had a unique approach to artist promotion Which of the following statements best describes his method


He deliberately promoted African American artists with special attention to their image.

What combination of instruments was used in early blues music

Harmonica and guitar

Which gospel artist recorded the song Move On Up a Little Higher

Mahalia Jackson recorded the song 'Move On Up a Little Higher.'

Early blues recordings were categorized in which two ways

Rural (country) and urban

Diana Ross was the lead singer for the Supremes

True

Motown songwriters were successful because they had the ability to

Motown songwriters were successful because they had the ability to write songs for African-American artists that appealed to both African-Americans and white audiences.

Which concept is associated with the beginning of gospel music

The field-holler

Which musicians was a member of the Funk Brothers

The Funk Brothers were session musicians who provided the backing to most Motown recordings. Some of the musicians were Jack Ashford, Robert White, and Eddie Willis.

Which statement of traditional African American songs is correct

The songs were connected to life and daily functions.

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