Music and Culture in The Lion King

Music and Culture in The Lion King

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Performing Arts

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video explores the unique musical style of The Lion King, highlighting its blend of traditional African instruments and rhythms. It discusses the contributions of artists like Elton John, Tim Rice, Hans Zimmer, and Lebo, and how their work shaped the iconic soundtrack. The video also emphasizes the cultural impact of the music, its role in storytelling, and the global reach of the show. It delves into the use of African drums and percussion, enhancing the audience's experience and celebrating African culture.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes The Lion King's music unique?

Incorporation of classical European music

Use of traditional African instruments and rhythms

Focus on electronic music

Exclusively vocal performances

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the initial songwriters for The Lion King?

Lebo M and Julie Taymor

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice

Elton John and Tim Rice

Hans Zimmer and Mark Mancina

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'Rhythm of the Pride Lands'?

A new movie sequel

A documentary on African culture

An album inspired by The Lion King

A book about African wildlife

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does The Lion King incorporate African culture?

By excluding African performers

By setting the story in Europe

By using African instruments and rhythms

By featuring only Western artists

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What musical style is used for the hyenas in The Lion King?

Pop

Rock

Jazz

Classical

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character's music is the most authentically African?

Simba

Scar

Mufasa

Rafiki

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the djembe?

A style of African painting

A traditional African drum

A type of African dance

A form of African storytelling

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