Question

order the topics from broadest to narrowest.
broader
the evolution of american music
factors shaping nineteenth century jazz
the evolution of jazz and the blues
the influence of west african music on early jazz
narrower
submit

Explanation:

1. "the evolution of American music" is broadest as it covers all American music genres across time.
2. "the evolution of jazz and the blues" narrows to two specific American music genres.
3. "factors shaping nineteenth century jazz" further narrows to one genre in a specific time period.
4. "the influence of West African music on early jazz" is narrowest, focusing on one specific influence on early jazz.

Answer:

1. the evolution of American music
2. the evolution of jazz and the blues
3. factors shaping nineteenth century jazz
4. the influence of West African music on early jazz