Question

1. the passage suggests that not all groups experienced popular culture equally because:

a public performances were free for everyone.
b only immigrants had access to early entertainment.
c social divisions limited access and participation.
d the government regulated access to newspapers.

1. which of the following best summarizes the final paragraph?

a leisure activities were banned in many cities.
b pop culture reflected and sometimes challenged societal norms.
c most americans ignored popular culture until world war i.
d technology had no real effect on entertainment trends.

Explanation:

For question 9, social divisions like class, race etc. can limit access to and participation in popular culture, making C the correct choice. For question 10, popular - culture often reflects and can challenge societal norms, so B is the best summary.

Answer:

1. C. social divisions limited access and participation
2. B. Pop culture reflected and sometimes challenged societal norms