Native American Music Trivia

Which region is highlighted in pink on the map?

• Europe

• North America

• Africa

• Australia

What is the origin of traditional Native American music primarily attributed to according to the text?

• Nature

• The Creator

• Historical events

• Famous musicians

For what purposes is new music often used in Native American culture as mentioned in the text?

• Ceremonial purposes, recreation, expression, and healing

• Commercial use and entertainment

• Educational purposes

• Political events

Which of the following is a wind instrument depicted in the image?

• Drum

• Flute

• Guitar

• Piano

What type of instrument is shown on the left side of the image?

• String instrument

• Wind instrument

• Percussion instrument

• Electronic instrument

What materials were traditionally used to make Native American drums?

• Stone and leaves

• Wood and animal skin

• Metal and plastic

• Bamboo and fabric

What does the sacred drum in Native American ceremonies symbolize?

• The spirit of the tree and animal used to make it

• The victory in battles

• The harvest season

• The change of seasons

What were some of the purposes for which flutes were used according to Native American traditions?

• Cooking and hunting

• Healing, meditation, and courtship

• Farming and building

• Writing and drawing

What are vocables in Native American music?

• Full lyrical sentences

• Non-word syllables used between lyrics

• Traditional musical instruments

• A type of dance performed during songs

What role do vocables play in Native American music?

• They are used to create the rhythm of the song

• They separate different sections of lyrics

• They are used to enhance the visual performance

• They replace the need for instruments