Question

a musical forefather
creating connections social studies us history 1
whose tunes were americans humming in the early 1800s? whose music would have been at the top of the 1800s charts (if there were such a thing)? the answer is francis johnson. johnson was the king of composition during the first years of the 19th century, a black musical revolutionary. johnsons accomplishments are even more remarkable considering that he thrived during a time of enslavement.
johnson was born in philadelphia, pennsylvania, in 1792, right when america was just finding its footing as a nation. a musical genius, he started as a violinist but was also known for his talent with brass horn instruments like the bugle, keyed bugle, and cornet. johnson was a composer, too. he produced arrangements for more than 200 pieces of music, ranging in style from traditional ballroom ballads to patriotic marches. and if all that wasnt enough, johnson was also a band - leader. talk about talent!
creative people are inspired by the world around them, and in johnsons day,
question 6
which question is not answered by the article?
a. where did johnson conduct his first public concert as a composer?
b. why did johnson compose music for the marquis de lafayette?
c. why did johnson create songs that showcased his racial pride and heritage?
d. where did johnson play for large crowds of both black and white audiences?

Explanation:

We need to analyze the content of the article to see which question it does not answer. There is no information in the given text about why Johnson created songs that showcased his racial pride and heritage. The article may mention details about his birth - place, musical activities, and compositions for certain people, but not the motivation behind his racially - prideful songs.

Answer:

C. Why did Johnson create songs that showcased his racial pride and heritage?