Rap Trivia

What does it mean to "pull a Kanye West" at an awards ceremony?

• Dramatically mispronounce a well-known artist's name on stage

• Rush the stage and declare that Beyonce is better than the awardee

• Rush the Stage to take a selfie with Taylor Swift

• Show up wearing a big hat and suit with shorts

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Rap music began in what city in the United States?

• Baltimore

• Chicago

• Bronx

• Los Angeles

Rap stands for rhythm and Poetry

• True

• False

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Which of the following is a common literary device used in rap lyrics?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

• All of the above

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What is the primary purpose of rhyme in rap music?

• To confuse the listener

• To create rhythm and flow

• To make the lyrics longer

• To avoid repetition

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In the context of rap, what does the term 'flow' refer to?

• The speed of the beat

• The rhythm and rhyme scheme of the lyrics

• The volume of the music

• The length of the song

Which of the following is an example of a simile often found in rap lyrics?

• Life is a highway

• I'm as cold as ice

• The world is my oyster

• Time is money

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What is a common theme explored in rap music?

• Nature

• Love

• Social issues

• Historical events

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Which part of speech is most crucial for creating rhythm in rap lyrics?

• Nouns

• Verbs

• Adjectives

• Adverbs

What is the effect of using alliteration in rap lyrics?

• It creates a harsh sound

• It makes the lyrics more memorable

• It confuses the listener

• It shortens the song

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