History of Jamaican Music (Basic Knowledge)

History of Jamaican Music (Basic Knowledge)

9th - 12th Grade

10 Qs

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History of Jamaican Music (Basic Knowledge)

History of Jamaican Music (Basic Knowledge)

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History

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes what is meant by the sound system in Jamaica?

An organised event that involves the use of music to entertain people in the community.

The creation of speakers to make music for people.

DJs playing music on a radio station.

A group of dancers who create performances from original music.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The song "My Boy Lollipop" by Millie can be best described by which of these genres of music?

SKA

Reggae

Rocksteady

Dancehall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following showcases the correct order these genres came about?

SKA - Rocksteady - Reggae

Rocksteady - SKA - Reggae

SKA - Reggae - Rocksteady

Reggae - Rocksteady - SKA

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which Jamaican icon is known for his contribution to the recording of reggae, ska and rocksteady artist in his studio?

Lee Scratch Perry

Bob Marley

Jimmy Cliff

Everton Blender

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What name was given to the person who chose the music to be played in the sound system in Jamaica?

DJ

Selector

Music man

Controller

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the major difference between Ska and Reggae?

Ska is played at a faster tempo than Reggae.

Reggae uses instruments while Ska is without.

One can only dance with Ska.

Reggae is played at a faster tempo than Ska

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about the development of Reggae and Dancehall music?

It was developed by the middle and upper class people.

It is heavily driven by a drum and bass rhythm

It was often played before Jamaica's independence

It proceeded the Sound System era.

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