Hip Hop History Quiz

Where did hip hop originate?

• Los Angeles

• New York City

• Chicago

• Miami

In which decade did hip hop culture begin to emerge?

• 1960s

• 1970s

• 1980s

• 1990s

Who is often credited as the "Father of Hip Hop"?

• DJ Kool Herc

• Grandmaster Flash

• Afrika Bambaataa

• Run-D.M.C.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main elements of hip hop culture?

• DJing

• Graffiti Art

• Breakdancing

• Singing

What is the term for the spoken or chanted rhyming lyrics in hip hop music?

• Rapping

• Singing

• Yodeling

• Scatting

Which hip hop group is known for the song "Rapper's Delight"?

• N.W.A

• The Sugarhill Gang

• Public Enemy

• Beastie Boys

What is the name of the dance style that originated with hip hop culture?

• Ballet

• Breakdancing

• Tap Dancing

• Salsa

How has hip hop culture impacted fashion?

• It introduced baggy clothing and sneakers as a trend.

• It popularized formal wear.

• It made traditional costumes more popular.

• It had no impact on fashion.

Which of the following is a social issue often addressed in hip hop music?

• Environmental conservation

• Space exploration

• Social inequality

• Culinary arts

What is the term for the competitive verbal battles between rappers?

• Freestyling

• Beatboxing

• Rap Battles

• Cyphers