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Genres of Country Music

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Which subgenre of Country Music is characterized by its upbeat tempo and fiddle-driven melodies?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Cajun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bluegrass is a subgenre of Country Music known for its fast-paced tempo, intricate fiddle playing, and traditional instrumentation.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1950s and is characterized by its smooth, polished sound and pop-influenced melodies?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Outlaw Country

  4. Bakersfield Sound


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Nashville Sound is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1950s and is characterized by its smooth, polished sound and pop-influenced melodies.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its rebellious attitude, anti-establishment lyrics, and outlaw persona?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Outlaw Country

  4. Western Swing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Outlaw Country is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1960s and is known for its rebellious attitude, anti-establishment lyrics, and outlaw persona.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that originated in Bakersfield, California, and is characterized by its twangy guitars, steel guitar, and honky-tonk influences?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Outlaw Country

  4. Bakersfield Sound


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bakersfield Sound is a subgenre of Country Music that originated in Bakersfield, California, and is characterized by its twangy guitars, steel guitar, and honky-tonk influences.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its traditional instrumentation, simple melodies, and focus on storytelling?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Cajun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bluegrass is a subgenre of Country Music known for its traditional instrumentation, simple melodies, and focus on storytelling.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1940s and is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and danceable rhythms?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Western Swing

  4. Cajun


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Western Swing is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1940s and is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and danceable rhythms.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its Cajun and zydeco influences, and is popular in the southern United States?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Cajun


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cajun is a subgenre of Country Music known for its Cajun and zydeco influences, and is popular in the southern United States.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1960s and is characterized by its psychedelic influences, experimental sounds, and countercultural themes?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Cosmic Country

  4. Bakersfield Sound


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cosmic Country is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1960s and is characterized by its psychedelic influences, experimental sounds, and countercultural themes.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its traditional Appalachian folk music influences, and is often performed with acoustic instruments?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Old Time


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Old Time is a subgenre of Country Music known for its traditional Appalachian folk music influences, and is often performed with acoustic instruments.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1970s and is characterized by its smooth, polished sound, lush harmonies, and pop-influenced melodies?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Outlaw Country

  4. Countrypolitan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Countrypolitan is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1970s and is characterized by its smooth, polished sound, lush harmonies, and pop-influenced melodies.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its traditional Mexican and Latin influences, and is popular in the southwestern United States?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Tejano


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tejano is a subgenre of Country Music known for its traditional Mexican and Latin influences, and is popular in the southwestern United States.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1980s and is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and danceable rhythms?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Neotraditional Country

  4. Bakersfield Sound


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Neotraditional Country is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1980s and is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and danceable rhythms.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian influences, and is popular in the Hawaiian Islands?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Hawaiian


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hawaiian is a subgenre of Country Music known for its traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian influences, and is popular in the Hawaiian Islands.

What is the name of the Country Music subgenre that emerged in the 1990s and is characterized by its alternative rock and grunge influences?

  1. Rockabilly

  2. Nashville Sound

  3. Alternative Country

  4. Bakersfield Sound


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alternative Country is a subgenre of Country Music that emerged in the 1990s and is characterized by its alternative rock and grunge influences.

Which subgenre of Country Music is known for its traditional Celtic and Irish influences, and is popular in the Appalachian Mountains?

  1. Bluegrass

  2. Honky Tonk

  3. Western Swing

  4. Celtic Country


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Celtic Country is a subgenre of Country Music known for its traditional Celtic and Irish influences, and is popular in the Appalachian Mountains.

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