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WorksheetsHip Hop and Rap
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
What is the main difference between the terms "hip-hop" and "rap?"
a)
Hip-hop music is usually sung; rap music is always spoken
b)
"Hip-hop" describes an entire culture; "rap" describes a style of music
c)
Rap originated in the 1970s; hip-hop began in the 1980s
d)
Hip-hop music mostly contains positive messages; rap music is often violent
2.
Which term best describes the "break" of a disco or soul record?
a)
Melodic
b)
Long
c)
Danceable
d)
Angry
3.
If you wanted to go to one of the block parties where rap was born, you'd want to visit:
a)
Los Angeles, CA
b)
Chicago, IL
c)
Detroit, MI
d)
The Bronx, NY
4.
This piece of equipment would usually be used by a(n):
a)
DJ
b)
MC
c)
Rapper
d)
B-Boy
5.
Place the following events in sequence: A) DJs spin disco and funk at New York block parties; B)Artist Queen Latifah becomes popular; C)"Rapper's Delight" becomes a hit record
a)
C, A, B
b)
A, C, B
c)
C, B, A
d)
A, B, C
6.
Compared to other female rappers, Queen Latifah and MC Lyte are:
a)
Insignificant
b)
Obscure
c)
Pioneers
d)
Derivative
7.
A new artistic style known for colorful lettering sprang from the hip-hop culture. What is it called?
a)
Confetti
b)
Tutti Frutti
c)
Graffiti
d)
Nefertiti
8.
If you wanted to become a b-boy or b-girl, you might consider taking:
a)
Drum lessons
b)
Business classes
c)
Singing lessons
d)
Dance lessons
9.
If a rap song contains a sample, it:
a)
Is easy to dance to
b)
Borrows an element from another song
c)
Must be edited before it's played on the radio
d)
Celebrates African-American culture
10.
Which of the following is an example of a simile?
a)
"Straight from the heart, I represent hip-hop."
b)
"Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it."
c)
"I'm cooler than a polar bear's toenails."
d)
"I love it when you call me Big Poppa."
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