Rumba

Where did Rumba originate?

• Brazil

• Cuba

• Argentina

• Spain

What century did Rumba develop in Cuba?

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

• 21st century

Which of the following is a characteristic of Rumba's rhythm?

• Fast-paced and aggressive

• Rooted in Afro-Cuban rhythms and traditions

• Solely based on Western classical music

• No connection between rhythm and movement

What influence contributed to the development of Rumba in Cuba?

• Chinese culture

• African and Spanish cultures

• Russian and European cultures

• Native American culture

Which type of Rumba is slow and elegant, mimicking old age?

• Guaguancó

• Yambú

• Columbia

• Salsa

Which type of Rumba is fast-paced, flirtatious, and involves pelvic movement?

• Columbia

• Yambú

• Guaguancó

• Salsa

Which type of Rumba is energetic, acrobatic, and traditionally danced by men?

• Yambú

• Guaguancó

• Columbia

• Cha-Cha

Which percussion instruments are essential to Rumba music?

• Drums and tambourines

• Conga drums, claves, and cajón

• Piano and violin

• Guitar and maracas

What role does call-and-response singing play in Rumba?

• It’s only for the performance aspect

• It creates a connection between rhythm and movement

• It has no relevance to the music

• It replaces percussion instruments

In what year did UNESCO recognize Rumba as Intangible Cultural Heritage?

• 2000

• 2010

• 2016

• 2020