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Which composer became an American citizen in 1940?

-Richard Wagner
-Ludwig von Beethoven
-Igor Stravinsky
-Claude Debussy

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The answer would be Igor Stravinsky.
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Answer: Igor Stravinsky

Explanation: Igor Fyodorovich Stravinsky (1882-1971), was an influential Russian songwriter, conductor and pianist. He became known at the beginning of the 20th century. Prior to his arrival in America, he and his family moved first to Switzerland and then to France. He moved to the United States in 1939, after which he became an American citizen. He died in New York, leaving a great deal of musical work behind him.

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