Asked by arlette tsongo on Apr 25, 2024

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The Jazz Singer features a young Jewish singer who performs in which traditional vaudevillian performance style?

A) tap dance
B) verbal comedy
C) blackface
D) feats of strength

Blackface

A racially insensitive practice where performers darken their skin to imitate and stereotype African Americans, historically common in minstrel shows and other forms of entertainment.

Vaudevillian Performance

A type of entertainment popular in the early 20th century, consisting of a mixture of specialty acts such as burlesque comedy, song, and dance.

  • Appraise the historical situations and the influences of distinct film categories and the distinctiveness of studios.
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Rafay RehanApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The traditional vaudevillian performance style depicted in The Jazz Singer is blackface, which was a common feature in early 20th century American entertainment.