The following text is about musical innovation.
When jazz emerged in the early 20th century, many critics dismissed it as crude and unmusical. Today, jazz is recognized as one of America's greatest cultural contributions, studied in conservatories and performed in concert halls worldwide. This shift illustrates a common pattern in artistic innovation: new forms often face initial resistance before gaining acceptance. What seems radical in one generation may become classic in the next.
What broader point does the text make using jazz as an example?
Jazz is the only American music worth studying
Critics are always wrong about new music
New art forms often face resistance before being accepted
Music education should focus only on classical forms
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the correct answer. The text explicitly states "new forms often face initial resistance before gaining acceptance" and uses jazz to illustrate this "common pattern."
- Evidence: "This shift illustrates a common pattern in artistic innovation."
- Reasoning: Jazz is an example of the broader pattern.
- Conclusion: The general point is about how new art is received over time.
Choice A is incorrect because the text doesn't claim jazz is the only worthy music. Choice B is incorrect because "often" doesn't mean always. Choice D is incorrect because the text values jazz in conservatories.