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Burlesque Censorship and Controversy

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the history of burlesque censorship and controversy.
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In what year was the first burlesque show performed in the United States?

  1. 1848

  2. 1868

  3. 1888

  4. 1908


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first burlesque show in the United States was performed in New York City in 1848.

What was the name of the most popular burlesque performer of the 19th century?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Nellie McHenry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lillian Russell was the most popular burlesque performer of the 19th century. She was known for her beauty, her singing voice, and her risqué costumes.

What was the name of the law that banned burlesque shows in New York City in 1876?

  1. The Comstock Law

  2. The Anti-Burlesque Law

  3. The Public Morality Law

  4. The Indecency Law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Comstock Law was a federal law that banned the distribution of obscene materials through the mail. It was used to ban burlesque shows in New York City in 1876.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was arrested and jailed for performing in a show that violated the Comstock Law?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Nellie McHenry


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lottie Collins was a burlesque performer who was arrested and jailed for performing in a show that violated the Comstock Law. She was sentenced to six months in prison.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who challenged the Comstock Law in court?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Nellie McHenry


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nellie McHenry was a burlesque performer who challenged the Comstock Law in court. She was arrested and jailed for performing in a show that violated the law, but she eventually won her case on appeal.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known as the "Queen of Burlesque"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Gypsy Rose Lee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gypsy Rose Lee was a burlesque performer who was known as the "Queen of Burlesque". She was known for her beauty, her intelligence, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her striptease act?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Sally Rand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sally Rand was a burlesque performer who was known for her striptease act. She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "bump and grind" dance?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Ann Corio


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ann Corio was a burlesque performer who was known for her "bump and grind" dance. She was known for her beauty, her energy, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "fan dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Sally Rand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sally Rand was a burlesque performer who was known for her "fan dance". She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "sword dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Gypsy Rose Lee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gypsy Rose Lee was a burlesque performer who was known for her "sword dance". She was known for her beauty, her intelligence, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "bubble dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Sally Rand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sally Rand was a burlesque performer who was known for her "bubble dance". She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "snake dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Gypsy Rose Lee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gypsy Rose Lee was a burlesque performer who was known for her "snake dance". She was known for her beauty, her intelligence, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "spider dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Sally Rand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sally Rand was a burlesque performer who was known for her "spider dance". She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "butterfly dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Gypsy Rose Lee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gypsy Rose Lee was a burlesque performer who was known for her "butterfly dance". She was known for her beauty, her intelligence, and her risqué performances.

What was the name of the burlesque performer who was known for her "cat dance"?

  1. Lillian Russell

  2. Ada Rehan

  3. Lottie Collins

  4. Sally Rand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sally Rand was a burlesque performer who was known for her "cat dance". She was known for her beauty, her grace, and her risqué performances.

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