Exploring the Long Drum

What is the main body of the long drum called?

• rim

• shell

• drumhead

• stick

Which material is commonly used for the drumhead of a long drum?

• Plastic sheets

• Wooden planks

• Animal skin or synthetic materials like mylar

• Metal mesh

What is the purpose of the drumsticks in playing the long drum?

• To decorate the drum for aesthetic purposes.

• To hold the drum in place while playing.

• To measure the rhythm of the music.

• The purpose of the drumsticks in playing the long drum is to strike the drum and produce sound.

How many main parts does a long drum typically have?

• 2

• 3

• 1

• 4

What is the name of the decorative elements often found on long drums?

• Stickers

• Paintings

• Carvings

• Embroideries

What type of sound does a long drum produce?

• A deep, resonant sound.

• A high-pitched sound.

• A soft, muffled sound.

• A sharp, clanging sound.

In which cultural events is the long drum commonly used?

• Art exhibitions

• Cooking competitions

• Traditional ceremonies, festivals, and dances.

• Sporting events

What is the significance of the long drum in traditional music?

• The long drum is primarily a solo instrument in traditional music.

• The long drum is used only for decoration in traditional music.

• The long drum has no cultural significance in traditional music.

• The long drum provides rhythmic support and cultural expression in traditional music.

Can the long drum be played solo or only in groups?

• The long drum can only be played in groups.

• The long drum is exclusively a solo instrument.

• The long drum can be played solo or in groups.

• The long drum cannot be played at all.

What is the typical size range of a long drum?

• 5 to 8 feet in length and 1 to 1.5 feet in diameter

• 2 to 4 feet in length and 2 to 3 feet in diameter

• 3 to 6 feet in length and 1 to 2 feet in diameter

• 3 to 7 feet in length and 2 to 4 feet in diameter