History Of Sound Recording

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This is a quiz about the History of Sound Recording from Past WW II to present


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Rock and Roll first blossomed with whom?

    Correct Answer
    A.
    Explanation
    Rock and Roll first blossomed with Chuck Berry.

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  • 2. 

    When did the Biristish Invasion of music begin?

    • A.

      Late 1970s

    • B.

      Mid 1980s

    • C.

      Early 1960s

    • D.

      It hasn't yet

    Correct Answer
    C. Early 1960s
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Early 1960s. The British Invasion of music refers to the wave of British rock and pop bands that achieved massive success in the United States and other parts of the world during the early 1960s. This period saw the rise of iconic bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who, who introduced a new sound and style to the music industry. Their influence and popularity marked a significant shift in the music scene, making the early 1960s the starting point of the British Invasion.

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  • 3. 

    What are Two of the Seven departments within a typical recording company?

    • A.

      Sales and Distribution

    • B.

      Mail Person

    • C.

      Advertising and Marketing

    • D.

      That Person Who Has a Pointer

    • E.

      This one here Even though I said two

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Sales and Distribution
    C. Advertising and Marketing
    E. This one here Even though I said two
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Sales and Distribution, Advertising and Marketing. These are two of the seven departments within a typical recording company. Sales and Distribution department is responsible for selling and distributing the company's music products to retailers and consumers. Advertising and Marketing department handles promotional activities and creates marketing strategies to increase the visibility and sales of the company's music.

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  • 4. 

    Thomas Edison invented the phonograph?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Thomas Edison did indeed invent the phonograph. He developed and patented the phonograph in 1877, which was the first device capable of recording and playing back sound. This invention marked a significant advancement in audio technology and laid the foundation for the modern recording industry. Edison's phonograph used a rotating cylinder covered in tinfoil, and a stylus that would vibrate and imprint sound waves onto the foil. When the cylinder was played back, the stylus would trace the imprints, reproducing the recorded sound.

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  • 5. 

    Traditional radio changed into ________ radio as a result of increased competition and decline of ad revenues?

    Correct Answer
    on-line
    online
    digital
    internet
    Explanation
    Traditional radio changed into online radio as a result of increased competition and decline of ad revenues. The rise of the internet and digital technology allowed radio stations to stream their content online, reaching a wider audience and providing new avenues for advertising. This shift allowed radio stations to adapt to the changing media landscape and compete with other online platforms for listeners and advertising dollars.

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  • 6. 

    Define the biggest development of the past decade in the sound industry.

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