HIAWATHA PERFORMED - SOUND

The video presents Coleridge-Taylor's choral ballet, 'Hiawatha', performed by a thousand artists. It covers the wedding of Hiawatha and Minnehaha, the hardships faced by the Indians during winter, and their prayers for Hiawatha's return with food. Unfortunately, Minnehaha dies before Hiawatha's return. However, spring eventually arrives, bringing happiness and abundance.

What event is depicted at the beginning of the choral ballet, Hiawatha?

• The death of Minnehaha

• The battle of Hiawatha

• The birth of Hiawatha

• The wedding of Hiawatha and Minnehaha

What challenge do the Indians face during the winter?

• A lack of shelter

• A shortage of food

• A flood

• An invasion by enemies

What tragic event occurs before Hiawatha's return?

• The food supply is stolen

• Hiawatha is captured

• Minnehaha dies

• The village is destroyed

What season brings happiness and plenty back to the community?

• Spring

• Autumn

• Summer

• Winter

What is the overall theme of the final section of the choral ballet?

• Despair and loss

• Conflict and war

• Isolation and solitude

• Renewal and abundance