What was the primary purpose of rain sticks for the Aborigines in Australia?

Making and Understanding Rain Sticks

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To create music for celebrations
To summon rain for their crops
To ward off evil spirits
To communicate with other tribes
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a material needed to make a rain stick?
Tinfoil
Paper towel roll
Dried rice or beans
Glue
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the tinfoil coil inside the rain stick?
To create the sound of rain
To decorate the rain stick
To make the stick heavier
To hold the rice in place
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should the tinfoil be shaped before inserting it into the paper towel roll?
Flattened into a sheet
Coiled like a spring
Rolled into a ball
Folded into a square
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is used to secure the ends of the rain stick?
Staples
Glue
Rubber bands or ribbon
Tape
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to leave a little bit of tinfoil at the end of the paper towel roll?
To prevent the coil from falling out
To ensure the coil covers the entire length
To add extra weight to the stick
To make it easier to decorate
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you do if you spill some rice while filling the rain stick?
Start over with a new roll
Ignore it and continue
Brush it to the side
Use a vacuum to clean it up
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