World Music Quiz: Explore Global Musical Traditions

Question 1

Which of these is NOT an identified goal of exploring world music in education?

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Achieving technical proficiency in specific genres

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Promoting cultural understanding

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Developing musical appreciation

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Enhancing creativity

Question 2

Which of these is the traditional music of the Inuit people?

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Throat singing

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Drumming

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Fiddle playing

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Chanting

Question 3

Which characteristic is common to folk music from the Appalachian region of the United States?

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Passed down orally through generations

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Often uses complex harmonies

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Played only on traditional instruments

Question 4

Which musical style is renowned for its use of complex polyrhythms and percussive instruments?

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African music

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Classical music

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Jazz

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Pop music

Question 5

Which element is a defining characteristic of Indian classical music?

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Emphasis on improvisation and ornamentation

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Use of the sitar as the main instrument

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Strict adherence to Western musical notation

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Polyphonic vocal harmonies

Question 6

Which musical genre originated from the African-American community in the early 20th century?

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Jazz

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Rock and roll

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Classical music

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Folk music

Question 7

Which of the following is a common feature of contemporary popular music?

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Use of electronic instruments

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Reliance on traditional melodies and harmonies

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Focus on complex instrumental solos

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Absence of lyrics

Question 8

Which musical style incorporates unique vocal techniques, including throat singing?

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Mongolian music

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Hip-hop

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Classical music

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Electronic music

Question 9

Which musical style is characteristic of the Spanish-speaking Caribbean?

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Salsa

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Reggae

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Bossa nova

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Tango

Question 10

Which musical style is recognized for its use of syncopated rhythms and improvisational solos?

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Jazz

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Classical music

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Rock and roll

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Pop music

Question 11

How does music contribute to the atmosphere and emotional impact of a cultural or social event, such as a wedding or festival?

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Music sets the mood and enhances the feelings associated with the event.

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Music is mainly used for entertainment purposes during the event.

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Music is not usually an important part of cultural or social events.

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Music is used to tell stories or convey messages related to the event.

Question 12

In Indian classical music, what is the main purpose of the sitar?

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To play the melody

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To provide a continuous drone

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To keep the rhythm

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To blow air into

Question 13

Which characteristic is most commonly associated with traditional folk music?

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Orally passed down through generations

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Reflects a region's culture and history

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Performed by professional musicians

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Complex harmonies and rhythms

Question 14

What makes African drumming distinctive?

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Uses polyrhythms

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Focuses on melody and harmony

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Only uses drums

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Relies on written notation

Question 15

Which instrument is commonly used in Indian classical music?

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Sitar

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Saxophone

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Piano

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Electric guitar

Question 16

What dance style is associated with flamenco music?

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Sevillanas

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Tango

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Ballet

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Bharatanatyam

Question 17

Which is NOT a subgenre of hip hop music?

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Reggae

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Rap

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Trap

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R&B

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of traditional folk music?

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Performed by professional musicians

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Passed down orally

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Rooted in the culture and history of a region

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May include storytelling or dance

Question 19

Which musical genre is distinguished by improvisation and sophisticated harmonies?

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Jazz

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Opera

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Classical music

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Rock music

Question 20

Which of the following instruments is commonly used in Indian classical music?

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Tabla

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Violin

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Guitar

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Saxophone

Question 21

What region of the world is associated with the musical style known as reggae?

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Caribbean

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Africa

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South America

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Asia

Question 22

Which of the following musical scales has five distinct notes?

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C pentatonic scale

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C major scale

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C minor scale

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C blues scale

Question 23

Which musical element describes the volume of a sound?

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Dynamics

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Pitch

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Rhythm

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Timbre

Question 24

Which of the following best describes a prominent characteristic of Brazilian samba music?

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Polyrhythmic percussion patterns

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Melodic improvisation

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Use of wind instruments

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Complex harmonic structures

Question 25

Which musical technique involves the quick alternation between two notes?

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Trill

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Glissando

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Arpeggio

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Mordent

Question 26

Which of the following concepts is central to African music?

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Call and response

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Polyphony

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Homophony

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Chromaticism

Question 27

Which scale, consisting of only five notes, is commonly found in many cultures around the world?

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Chinese pentatonic scale

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African tribal scale

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European classical scale

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American jazz scale

Question 28

Which theme is often explored in Brazilian bossa nova music?

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Love and longing

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Political struggles

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Nature and spirituality

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Historical events

Question 29

Which factor has NOT contributed to the diverse range of music around the world?

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Complete isolation of musical cultures from each other

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Trade and travel between different cultures

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Sharing of musical ideas and traditions

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Advancements in technology and recording techniques

Question 30

Which musical instrument is most closely associated with the traditional Brazilian samba music?

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Berimbau

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Violin

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Piano

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Guitar

Question 31

What is the name of the type of Indian classical music known for its intricate ornamentation and improvisational passages?

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Raga

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Tabla

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Sitar

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Bhajan

Question 32

Which of the following musical styles is from the Caribbean and is famous for its upbeat rhythm and use of steel drums?

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Calypso

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Reggae

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Merengue

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Bachata

Question 33

What is the main role of a conductor in a musical ensemble?

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To direct and coordinate the performance.

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To play a specific instrument in the group.

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To compose the music being performed.

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To sing the lyrics of the song.

Question 34

Which of the following types of musical scales is commonly used in traditional Japanese music?

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Pentatonic

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Chromatic

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Diatonic

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Whole tone

Question 35

What is the name of the traditional music of Ireland, often featuring bagpipes, fiddles, and accordions?

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Irish Folk

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Scottish Ceilidh

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Celtic Bluegrass

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English Morris

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of reggae music?

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Typically played on traditional African instruments

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Syncopated rhythm

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Use of toasting or spoken word

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Often contains political or social commentary

Question 37

Which of the following is a traditional African musical instrument made from a hollowed-out gourd covered with animal skin?

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Djembe

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Gong

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Kora

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Marimba

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a recognized genre of traditional Japanese music?

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Rap

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Kabuki

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Gagaku

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Noh

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of traditional African music?

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Use of complex harmonies

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Use of polyrhythms

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Call-and-response structure

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Emphasis on simple melodies

Question 40

Which of the following instruments is commonly used in South American folk music?

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Charango

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Sitar

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Guzheng

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Tabla

Question 41

Which of the following is a traditional musical genre from Japan?

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Gagaku

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K-pop

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Bollywood

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Reggae

Question 42

Which of the following musical elements is crucial for creating a sense of rhythm?

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Beat

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Tempo

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Harmony

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Melody

Question 43

Which characteristic is NOT typical of traditional folk music?

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Features complex musical arrangements

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Passed down orally through generations

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Rooted in a specific region's cultural traditions

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Uses traditional instruments and scales

Question 44

Which region's music is known for its polyphonic choral singing?

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Eastern Europe

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India

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West Africa

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South America

Question 45

Which instrument is not commonly used in Indian classical music?

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Violin

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Sitar

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Tabla

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Sarod

Question 46

In Indian classical music, what does the term 'raga' refer to?

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A melody

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A scale

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A rhythmic pattern

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A composition

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of folk music?

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Uses complex instruments and techniques

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Simple melody and repetitive lyrics

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Reflects the everyday lives of the people who created it

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Passed down orally for generations

Question 48

Which musical style is characterized by its intricate melodies and improvisational solos?

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Jazz

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Reggae

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Pop

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Classical

Question 49

What is the term for the arrangement of notes that form a pleasing melody?

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Melody

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Harmony

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Rhythm

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Timbre

Question 50

Which genre of music originated in Jamaica and is characterized by its strong beat and syncopated rhythms?

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Reggae

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Salsa

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Tango

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Fado

Question 51

What is the difference between major and minor chords?

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Major chords sound happy, while minor chords sound sad

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Minor chords sound higher in pitch, while major chords sound lower in pitch

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Major chords have more notes than minor chords

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Minor chords have a faster tempo than major chords

Question 52

What is the term for the repeated use of a musical phrase or idea?

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Motif

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Riff

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Melody

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Verse

Question 53

Which characteristic is typical of traditional Chinese music?

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Use of pentatonic scales

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Use of complex harmonies

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Use of syncopated rhythms

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Use of electronic instruments

Question 54

What does the term 'raga' refer to?

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A scale used in Indian classical music

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A type of percussion instrument common in African music

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A dance form found in Latin American music

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A vocal technique used in Japanese folk music

Question 55

Which of the following musical genres originated in the Caribbean?

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Reggae

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Jazz

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Classical music

Question 56

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Japanese instrument?

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Violin

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Koto

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Shamisen

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Taiko drum

Question 57

Which of the following musical forms is commonly found in African music?

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Call and response

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Sonata

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Symphony

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Opera

Question 58

Polyrhythms are a characteristic feature of which musical genre?

Accepted Answer

West African music

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Classical music

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Jazz music

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Country music

Question 59

What does the term 'world music' broadly refer to?

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Music from all around the world

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Music that is popular worldwide

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Music that is not from Western cultures

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Music that is only played live

Question 60

What is a distinguishing feature of traditional folk music?

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Simple melodies and rhythms

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Complex harmonies and varied instrumentation

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Frequent use of electronic sounds and effects

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Syncopated rhythms and irregular time signatures

Question 61

Which musical genre originated in Jamaica and is known for its upbeat rhythms and dancehall style?

Accepted Answer

Reggae

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Salsa

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K-pop

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Classical

Question 62

Which instrument is commonly used in Indian classical music?

Accepted Answer

Sitar

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Drums

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Guitar

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Piano

Question 63

What is the term used to describe the highness or lowness of a musical note?

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Frequency

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Timbre

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Volume

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Amplitude

Question 64

Which musical form is characterized by a repeating pattern of themes and variations?

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Rondo

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Sonata

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Symphony

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Opera