Vocal Performance: Master Your Singing Skills in 6th Grade Music

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a recommended vocal warm-up exercise?

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Clearing your throat

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Lip trills

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Straw phonation

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Tongue twisters

Question 2

When singing, how should you breathe?

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Deep breaths from your diaphragm

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Shallow breaths from your chest

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Holding your breath while singing notes

Question 3

What does 'diction' mean in singing?

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The clear pronunciation of words

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The volume of your voice

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The range of notes you can sing

Question 4

Which of these is a good way to warm up your voice before singing?

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Humming scales

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Shouting as loud as you can

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Talking on the phone

Question 5

What does it mean to sing with confidence?

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Performing with poise and a strong stage presence

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Singing loudly and aggressively

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Hiding behind a microphone

Question 6

How can you improve your vocal range?

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Practice regularly and gradually expand your range

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Only sing high notes

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Strain your voice to reach higher notes

Question 7

What's the difference between head voice and chest voice?

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Head voice is made using the head and nasal cavities, chest voice using the chest

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Head voice is for low notes, chest voice for high notes

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There's no difference between head voice and chest voice

Question 8

Which musical element is crucial for creating expressiveness in singing?

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Dynamics

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Tempo

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Timbre

Question 9

How can you use body language to enhance your vocal performance?

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Move around the stage and use gestures

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Stand still and avoid any movement

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Close your eyes and focus only on singing

Question 10

When singing in front of an audience, what's the most important thing to remember?

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Connecting with your audience

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Trying to be perfect

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Wearing the right outfit

Question 11

Which part of the vocal system vibrates like a valve to create sound when we sing?

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Larynx (Voice Box)

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Diaphragm

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Trachea (Windpipe)

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Pharynx (Throat)

Question 12

What is the term for saying words clearly when you sing?

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Diction

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Intonation

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Projection

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Resonance

Question 13

Why do singers do vocal warm-ups?

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To prepare their voices for singing

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To improve their vocal range

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To make their voices louder

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To relax their vocal cords

Question 14

Which vocal exercise helps singers improve their pitch accuracy?

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Scales

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Arpeggios

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Intervals

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Sight-reading

Question 15

Before singing, which technique is advisable to warm up your vocal cords?

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Gently humming a tune

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Forcibly clearing your throat

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Shouting at the top of your lungs

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Repeatedly coughing

Question 16

What does singing with diction mean?

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Singing with distinct and clear pronunciation

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Singing with excessive vibrato

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Singing through your nose

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Singing with a different accent

Question 17

What distinguishes the sound of a singer's chest voice from their head voice?

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Chest voice is lower in pitch, and head voice is higher.

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Head voice is lower in pitch, and chest voice is higher.

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Chest voice is produced using the diaphragm, while head voice utilizes the vocal cords.

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There is no distinction between chest and head voice.

Question 18

What is the primary role of a vocal coach?

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To guide singers in improving their vocal skills

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To schedule singing engagements for singers

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To compose songs for singers

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To manage singers' finances

Question 19

What is the main difference between a vocal solo and a vocal duet?

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A solo involves one singer, while a duet involves two singers.

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A solo is performed without accompaniment, and a duet is performed with accompaniment.

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A solo is sung in a lower register, and a duet is sung in a higher register.

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There is no difference between a solo and a duet.

Question 20

Which of the following is a recommended breathing technique for singing?

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Taking deep breaths into your abdomen

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Holding your breath while singing

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Exhaling quickly and shallowly

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Breathing through your mouth

Question 21

When singing, which method of breathing is correct?

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Diaphragmatic breathing

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Chest breathing only

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Throat breathing

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Abdominal breathing

Question 22

Explain the difference between a crescendo and a decrescendo.

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Crescendo represents a gradual increase in volume, while decrescendo represents a gradual decrease in volume

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Crescendo denotes a sudden increase in volume, while decrescendo represents a gradual increase in volume

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Crescendo represents a gradual decrease in volume, while decrescendo denotes a sudden decrease in volume

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Crescendo denotes a sudden decrease in volume, while decrescendo represents a gradual decrease in volume

Question 23

Which element is central to intonation?

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Matching the correct pitch

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Singing with expression

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Maintaining proper breathing

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Keeping a steady rhythm

Question 24

What is a vibrato?

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A controlled variation in pitch

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A rapid trill in the voice

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A smooth gliding from one note to another

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A portamento

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a proper breathing technique for singing?

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Take shallow breaths from the abdomen

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Inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth

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Engage the diaphragm to control airflow

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Maintain a relaxed ribcage

Question 26

Which of the following is a common intonation error in singing?

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Singing notes too high or too low

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Remaining on the same pitch throughout the song

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Adding pitch slides to notes

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Matching the pitch of the accompanying music

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a key component of proper breathing technique for singing?

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Holding your breath during singing

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Inhaling deeply from the diaphragm

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Expanding the rib cage

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Supporting the sound with steady airflow

Question 28

What is the main purpose of diction in singing?

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To ensure that lyrics are clearly understood

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To enhance vocal range and power

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To improve pitch accuracy and stability

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To create greater emotional depth and expression

Question 29

How do singers use dynamics and phrasing to convey emotions in their singing?

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By varying volume and holding notes for different durations.

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By altering the tempo.

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By changing the pitch.

Question 30

Which vocal register is associated with a deep and powerful sound in male singers?

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Chest Voice

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Head Voice

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Falsetto

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Mixed Voice

Question 31

Which breathing technique is most effective for singing?

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Deep diaphragmatic breathing

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Shallow chest breathing

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Clavicular breathing

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Ribcage breathing

Question 32

What is the term for clear and precise pronunciation in singing?

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Diction

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Volume

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Range

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Emotion

Question 33

Which vocal exercise effectively improves intonation?

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Scales

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Lip trills

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Chords

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Breathing exercises

Question 34

Which musical term describes a loud dynamic?

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Forte

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Piano

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Crescendo

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Decrescendo

Question 35

What is the key aspect of stage presence in vocal performance?

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Connecting with the audience

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Singing loudly

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Interpreting the song

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Moving confidently

Question 36

Which of the following is the correct breathing method for singing?

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Diaphragmatic breathing

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Chest breathing

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Shallow breathing

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Clavicular breathing

Question 37

What is the term used to describe clear and distinct pronunciation of words when singing?

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Diction

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Pitch

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Intonation

Question 38

Which vocal technique is used to increase vocal power?

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Resonance

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Legato

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Staccato

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Vibrato

Question 39

What is the key difference between a soprano and an alto voice?

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Sopranos have a higher vocal range than altos

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Altos have a more powerful vocal projection than sopranos

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Altos have a wider vocal range than sopranos

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Sopranos have a richer vocal timbre than altos

Question 40

Which of the following is an essential quality of a good vocal accompanist?

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Sensitivity to the singer's needs

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Fast tempo

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Technical virtuosity

Question 41

What is the main purpose of a musical score in vocal performance?

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To provide the singer with the notes and lyrics

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To determine the singer's vocal range

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To indicate the singer's stage movements

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To assess the singer's vocal technique

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a component of proper breathing for singing?

Accepted Answer

Exhaling through the nose

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Inhaling deeply and supporting the sound with the diaphragm

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Relaxing the shoulders and neck

Question 43

What is the term for the clear and distinct pronunciation of words when singing?

Accepted Answer

Diction

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Volume

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Projection

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Intonation

Question 44

What is the proper way to project your voice when singing?

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Sing from the diaphragm, support your sound, and aim your voice

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Push from your throat

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Close your mouth to amplify sound

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Whisper your words

Question 45

Which of the following is a key element of expressive singing?

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Using dynamics

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Ignoring the lyrics

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Avoiding vibrato

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Singing in monotone

Question 46

What is the purpose of a warm-up exercise for singing?

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Prepare the voice for singing by increasing blood flow and flexibility

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Test the range of the voice

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Cool down the vocal cords

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Improve pitch accuracy

Question 47

Which of the following can help to prevent vocal strain?

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Resting the voice, warming up properly, and avoiding excessive strain

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Clearing your throat frequently

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Drinking plenty of coffee

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Singing in extreme registers

Question 48

What is the role of a conductor in a vocal performance?

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Lead and guide the singers, set the tempo, and interpret the music

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Accompany the singers on an instrument

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Sing the highest notes

Question 49

Which of the following is a benefit of participating in a choir?

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Develops teamwork, cooperation, and a sense of community

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Only improves solo singing skills

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Requires no individual preparation

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Limits creative expression

Question 50

What is the best way to overcome stage fright when performing vocally?

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Practice and prepare thoroughly, visualize success, and use relaxation techniques

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Memorize the performance word-for-word

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Focus on the audience's expectations

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Avoid eye contact with the audience