As a style of music,the blues evolved from spirituals in response to what?

A) the popularity of minstrelsy
B) the racial domination of African Americans by whites
C) the nonracist aesthetic
D) the events of the Civil Rights Movement

Racial Domination

The systemic advantage of one racial group over others, enforced through policies, economic structures, and social norms.

The Blues

A musical genre originating from African American communities, characterized by its expressive, soulful, and oftentimes melancholic sound.

Minstrelsy

Minstrelsy refers to a form of entertainment that originated in the 19th century, characterized by performances that stereotyped African-Americans, often by white performers in blackface.