WONDER #2735: Who was Duke Elington?

Question 1 of 3

Duke Ellington helped usher in the ___________ era of jazz music.

1. recorded
2. trumpet
3. Blues
4. Big Band

Question 2 of 3

Where was Duke Ellington born?

1. New Orleans, Louisiana
2. Washington, DC
3. Chicago, Illinois
4. Sacramento, California

Question 3 of 3

What was the main idea of this Wonder?

1. Duke Ellington was a musician and composer of the Harlem Renaissance who’s still remembered as a great jazz musician today.
2. Many instruments are involved in jazz music, including the trumpet, trombone, saxophone, and piano.
3. Duke Ellington started a band called the Washingtonians in New York City during the Harlem Renaissance.
4. Duke Ellington is just one of many famous jazz musicians.

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