What are some of the cultural influences in contemporary Morocco?

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• Morocco is part of the contemporary Arab world, but also shows a French presence since Morocco only became independent form France in 1956. (Maghrebi culture is likewise a notable cultural feature of France.)
• Morocco's proximity to Europe has made the country more accessible to Westerners than other more remote countries of the Arab world (e.g., Syria, or Saudi Arabia). "Following independence, the country became a magnet for counterculture musicians [and writers]" (e.g., Ornette Colman, the Rolling Stones, Timothy Leary)
• North African music and musicians are being introduced to an international fan base.

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A. multisyllabic texts. B. tuneful settings. C. incredible rapidity. D. all of the above

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Modulation refers to the use modes instead of scales in music.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The years 1954 and 1955 were pivotal in the evolution from black rhythm-and-blues to the emergence of white rock ‘n' roll. What occurred during these years to make them so significant?

What will be an ideal response?

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Bloodline: Big Family No. 2 references the Chinese governmental policy of restricting married couples to ____

a. live with extended relatives b. never live apart c. stay together forever d. have only one child

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