Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old bandmaster provided by America (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "America". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SO (synonym="by") + USA (abbreviation="America") = SOUSA; definition: "Old bandmaster" The answer is SOUSA.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old bandmaster provided by America (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SOUSA.