What is the distinctive characteristic of ragtime music?
A) It has very complex rhythms, emphasized by drums and clapping.
B) It is actually an African type of music, imported to America during slavery.
C) It is instrumental only, performed on the piano; lyrics are not used.
D) Ragtime performers never use written music or lyrics of any kind.
Answer: C
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