Question

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

Explanation:

1. "The evolution of American music" is the broadest, as it encompasses all American musical styles, including jazz and blues.
2. "The evolution of jazz and the blues" narrows focus to two specific American music genres.
3. "Factors shaping nineteenth century jazz" further narrows to only jazz, specifically its 19th-century formative influences.
4. "The influence of West African music on early jazz" is the narrowest, focusing on one specific factor influencing 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