Quiz on African Drums

In which year was the djembe drum developed?

• 1200 AD

• 1500 AD

• 1800 AD

• 2000 AD

What is the djembe drum played with?

• Sticks

• Hands

• Feet

• Mallets

Which people used the Ngoma drum?

• Bantu speaking people

• Zulu warriors

• Maasai tribes

• Egyptian pharaohs

What materials are used to make the Ngoma drum?

• Wood and cow skin

• Metal and plastic

• Clay and leather

• Stone and fabric

What is the primary use of the Ngoma drum?

• Celebration and communication

• Hunting and gathering

• Cooking and cleaning

• Travel and exploration

Where was the balafon developed?

• Uganda

• Cameroon

• Mali

• Zimbabwe

What is another name for the balafon?

• Marimba

• Xylophone

• Tambourine

• Harp

How many wooden keys are on the balafon?

• 21

• 15

• 30

• 10

What does "Anke Dje, Anke Be" mean?

• Everyone gather together in peace

• Dance to the rhythm

• Sing with joy

• Play the music loud

Which region is associated with the djembe drum?

• Mali, West Africa

• Kenya, East Africa

• Egypt, North Africa

• Ghana, West Africa