Music and Culture: Exploring the World's Musical Heritage

Question 1

What is a common feature of music from many African traditions?

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Use of polyrhythms

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Use of complex harmonies

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Use of electronic instruments

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Use of a steady tempo

Question 2

In what way does music reflect the values of a society?

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It expresses their beliefs and traditions.

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It shows their economic status.

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It indicates their geographical location.

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It reveals their technological advancements.

Question 3

What is a traditional instrument used in Chinese music?

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Erhu

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Guitar

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Piano

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Saxophone

Question 4

Which of these is NOT a reason for different cultures developing unique musical styles?

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Access to similar musical instruments

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Differences in natural environments

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Historical influences

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Social and religious beliefs

Question 5

What is a traditional Japanese musical form?

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Gagaku

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Bossa nova

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Hip-hop

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Reggae

Question 6

How does music NOT reflect cultural identity?

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By controlling cultural norms

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By expressing values and beliefs

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By preserving traditions and history

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By uniting people in shared experiences

Question 7

Which country's music is famous for the sitar?

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India

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China

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Japan

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Brazil

Question 8

Is music a form of communication?

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Yes

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False

Question 9

Which instrument is commonly found in Japanese traditional music?

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Shamisen

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Violin

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Guitar

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Drums

Question 10

Which type of music comes from the Caribbean?

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Reggae

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Pop

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Classical

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Jazz

Question 11

Which of these ways does music NOT reflect cultural values?

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Using only popular music styles that are the same everywhere

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Using instruments unique to a culture

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Telling stories and sharing beliefs through song lyrics

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Having different ways of performing music depending on the culture

Question 12

Which of these does NOT help music reflect cultural identity?

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Using instruments from other cultures

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Using instruments specific to that culture

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Expressing the culture's beliefs and values

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Telling stories about the culture's history

Question 13

Which music uses rhythms that overlap in complex ways?

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Music from Africa

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Music from Europe

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Music from India

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Music from Japan

Question 14

Which instrument is often used in Scottish music?

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Bagpipes

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Violin

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Guitar

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Piano

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a function of music in everyday life?

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Transportation

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Entertainment

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Education

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Communication

Question 16

Which country is renowned for its Samba music?

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Brazil

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Cuba

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Mexico

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Argentina

Question 17

Which musical element refers to the highness or lowness of sound?

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Pitch

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Volume

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Tempo

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Rhythm

Question 18

What is the name of the traditional Spanish dance that involves passionate hand movements and footwork?

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Flamenco

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Salsa

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Tango

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Ballet

Question 19

What is the function of a conductor in an orchestra?

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To lead and coordinate the musicians

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To play the loudest instrument

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To compose the music

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To tune the instruments

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a way that music can express cultural values?

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Through its use of technology

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Through its lyrics and melodies

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Through the instruments that are used

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Through the way it is performed

Question 21

Which of the following instruments is NOT typically used in traditional Japanese music?

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Brass instrument

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Koto

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Shamisen

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Taiko drum

Question 22

Which instrument is closely associated with traditional Indian music?

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Sitar

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Tabla

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Flute

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Violin

Question 23

What is a common element found in music from South American cultures?

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Use of syncopated rhythms and percussion

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Emphasis on complex harmonies

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Focus on short, repetitive melodies

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Limited use of wind instruments

Question 24

Which musical style is known for its fast beat and lively rhythms?

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Reggae

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Classical

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Folk

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Country

Question 25

What does a conductor do in a musical performance?

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Leads the orchestra and keeps them together

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Chooses which pieces to play

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Plays the main solo instrument

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Sings the lyrics

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a type of English traditional folk song?

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Pop songs

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Sea shanties

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Lullabies

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Morris dance tunes

Question 27

How does culture affect music?

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Culture can mix different music styles.

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Music is not affected by culture.

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All music sounds the same.

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Music has no connection to its culture.

Question 28

How can music help us learn about different cultures?

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Music can show us new customs and traditions.

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Music is only fun for people from the same culture.

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Music has nothing to do with culture.

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Music only makes people with different cultures different.

Question 29

How can music help us understand a culture's history?

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Music can share stories about important events and people.

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Music can teach us about the plants and animals in a region.

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Music can show us how to make traditional crafts.

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Music has no connection to a culture's history.

Question 30

Which instrument is commonly used in Indian classical music?

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Sitar

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Banjo

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Clarinet

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Piano

Question 31

How can music help shape a culture's unique identity?

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It expresses and preserves shared values and traditions

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It serves solely as entertainment

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It is limited to religious ceremonies

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It is unrelated to a culture's identity

Question 32

How can tempo and rhythm influence the mood of a song?

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Faster tempo and stronger rhythm often create excitement

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Fast tempo always makes a song sad

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Only slow tempo and soft rhythm can create a calm mood

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Tempo and rhythm have no effect on mood

Question 33

How do cultures use music as a means of communication?

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To express emotions, stories, and beliefs

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Music is not used for communication in any culture

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Music is only used in religious rituals

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Music is solely for entertainment in all cultures

Question 34

How has music been used to drive social change?

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Through protest songs that raise awareness and inspire action

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Music only reinforces existing social norms

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Music is exclusively used to advertise products

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Music has no impact on social issues

Question 35

How can music promote respect for cultural diversity?

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By showcasing the unique musical expressions of different cultures

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Music only reinforces cultural stereotypes

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Music has no role in fostering cultural diversity

Question 36

What can impact the popularity of a particular style of music?

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Social trends and cultural preferences

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Popularity is completely random and unpredictable

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The popularity of music is solely determined by the skill of the musicians

Question 37

How does music often reflect the historical and social context of its creation?

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It often embodies the values, beliefs, and experiences of the time

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Music only reflects personal emotions and has no connection to society

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Music exists independently of its historical and social context

Question 38

Which of the following is a common characteristic of music in African cultures?

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Call-and-response patterns

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Frequent use of minor keys

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Use of brass instruments

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Emphasis on polyphony

Question 39

The music of India is known for its incorporation of:

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Rag and Tala

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Melody and rhythm

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Harmony and counterpoint

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Polyphony and dissonance

Question 40

Which musical genre originated in Jamaica and is characterized by its off-beat rhythms and socially conscious lyrics?

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Reggae

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Salsa

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Tango

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Flamenco

Question 41

The music of Native American cultures often includes:

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Vocal chants and drumming

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Operatic singing

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Electronic instruments

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Written melodies and harmonies

Question 42

The traditional music of Japan is highly influenced by:

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Buddhist and Shinto traditions

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Western classical music

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Latin music

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Popular music

Question 43

Which of the following scales is a key element of traditional Chinese music?

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Pentatonic scale

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Chromatic scale

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Major scale

Question 44

The music of South American cultures often incorporates:

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Syncopated rhythms and indigenous instruments

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Polyphonic textures and electronic beats

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Modal scales and complex instrumentation

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Monophonic melodies and Western harmonies

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying the music of different cultures?

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Developing cultural biases

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Appreciating diversity

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Expanding musical horizons

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Gaining global perspectives

Question 46

What is a special feature of traditional Indian Carnatic music?

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Lots of fancy notes and decorations

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Using Western instruments

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Using notes that are all the same size

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Lots of different chords

Question 47

Which type of music started in the United States?

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Bluegrass

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Fado

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Tango

Question 48

What's the name for how music is passed down through generations?

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Oral tradition

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Videos

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Recordings

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Written music

Question 49

What's a good thing about learning music from different cultures?

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It helps us understand and care about other cultures

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It helps you sing better

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It helps you remember things

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It makes you good at playing an instrument

Question 50

What's the special mix of musical elements in a culture's music called?

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Musical style

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Musical genre

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Musical texture

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Musical form