Samba Music Quiz

Samba Music Quiz

6th Grade

17 Qs

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Samba Music Quiz

Samba Music Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Performing Arts

6th Grade

Hard

Created by

Anna Shishikura

FREE Resource

17 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Samba music?

Layered rhythms

Syncopation

Heavy use of electronic instruments

Energetic and festive mood

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the surdo drum in Samba music?

Plays the melody

Adds the bass rhythm and pulse

Plays syncopated rhythms

Keeps time for dancers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which region of Brazil is most associated with Samba music?

Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo

Salvador

Brasília

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Samba music is most commonly performed in what type of setting?

Churches

Street parades and carnivals

Classical concert halls

Jazz clubs

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the role of syncopation in Samba rhythms. Why is it important?

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6.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Name two ways Samba music reflects Brazilian culture.

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7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Samba music typically express or celebrate?

Joy, energy, and community

Romantic relationships

Political struggles
Sadness and loss

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