Question

The Article states:
[Johnson] may have been the first Black American composer to conduct bands in public places. He also may have been the first Black American to have musical compositions published. And he led the very first American band abroad. They traveled to England to play for Queen Victoria after she took the throne in the late 1830s.


The author's purpose for writing this passage was to __________.


compare Johnson's musical successes to those of later jazz pioneers
demonstrate the need for more Black composers in American music
suggest that Johnson would not have been successful if he hadn't played for Queen Victoria
show how successful Johnson was as a Black musician during times of enslavement

Answer 1

show how successful Johnson was as a Black musician during times of enslavement

The passage lists several pioneering achievements to emphasize his notable successes as a Black American musician in the 1830s.