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Question

Where did Black Americans dance ragtime? Select all correct answers.

juke joints

nightclubs

courts

ballrooms

Answer 1

All of the answers are correct:

- Juke joints: These were informal establishments where African Americans would gather to socialize, drink and dance during the ragtime era.
- Nightclubs: Black Americans also frequented nightclubs that showcased live performances of ragtime music.
- Courts: Some ragtime dances were also performed in outdoor courts, such as churchyards or street corners.
- Ballrooms: More formal and upscale venues, such as ballrooms, also hosted ragtime dances for Black Americans.