Trinidad and Tobago: The Steel Drum

The video introduces Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting its cultural significance and the invention of the steel drum, the only musical instrument invented in the 20th century. It explains the process of making steel drums from oil drums and their role in various music genres. The video emphasizes the pride of Trinidadians in their cultural creation and their willingness to share it with the world.

What is Trinidad and Tobago well known for besides its beautiful beaches?

• Interesting music

• Rainforests

• Mountains

• Deserts

What is the steel drum also known as?

• Flute

• Violin

• Pan

• Guitar

In which century was the steel drum invented?

• 21st century

• 20th century

• 19th century

• 18th century

What did people in Trinidad and Tobago initially use to make music before the steel drum?

• Plastic containers

• Glass bottles

• Metal objects

• Wooden sticks

What is the first step in making a steel drum?

• Hitting it hard with a hammer

• Tuning it

• Polishing it

• Painting it

Which types of music can steel bands play?

• Hip Hop and Rap

• Country and Folk

• Rock, Pop, and Classical

• Jazz and Blues

How do people of Trinidad and Tobago feel about the steel drum?

• Proud

• Indifferent

• Ashamed

• Embarrassed