British Folk Music Quiz 1

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

• Electric guitar

• Violin

• Piano

• Drum kit

What type of songs were traditionally sung by sailors to coordinate their work?

• Folk Songs

• Sea Shanties

• Blues

• Opera

Which region in Britain is known for its distinct style of folk music featuring bagpipes?

• Cornwall

• Wales

• Scotland

• Yorkshire

How has British folk music influenced modern music genres?

• By contributing to the development of rock music

• By influencing classical music compositions

• By shaping modern dance music

• By affecting hip-hop music production

What is a key characteristic of British folk music?

• Complex electronic soundscapes

• Use of synthesizers

• Storytelling through lyrics

• Heavy use of bass

Which instrument, commonly heard in British folk music, originated from Spain but is widely used in English folk bands?

• Harp

• Accordion

• Guitar

• Flute

What is a common theme found in the lyrics of British folk songs?

• Futuristic themes

• Love and nature

• Urban life

• Space exploration

Which British folk music festival is known for celebrating traditional folk dances and music?

• Glastonbury Festival

• Cambridge Folk Festival

• Reading Festival

• Leeds Festival

In which British folk music style is the fiddle a predominant instrument?

• Cornish music

• Welsh music

• Irish-influenced music

• English country music

Uilleann Pipes are a traditional instrument from _________.

• Scotland

• Wales

• Ireland

• England