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WorksheetsWest African Music and Instruments Quiz
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 18mins
What was the objective of the lesson on Day 1?
To discuss the significance of percussion in Senegalese music
To introduce the broader context of West African music
To explore the cultural and social contexts of Nigerian music
To learn about the history of West African music
What was the key point about West African music mentioned in class?
It is not rich in cultural traditions
It is influenced by music from other continents
It has no influence on global music
It is solely based on drums
What is the significance of the kora and balafon in Malian music?
They are used for entertainment purposes only
They have no historical significance
They are integral to Malian music and culture
They are not traditional instruments of Mali
What is the role of music in Malian cultural heritage?
It reflects the values and beliefs of the society
It is not used historically to convey messages or express emotions
It has no connection to the history and traditions of Mali
It has no influence on the values and beliefs of the society
What was the objective of the lesson on Day 3? Keep in mind, we changed styles every day or two.
To understand the role of music in Nigerian society
To explore the cultural and social contexts of Nigerian music
To introduce the broader context of West African music
To discuss the significance of percussion in Senegalese music
What is the key point about Senegalese music mentioned in class?
It is not influenced by various cultural groups
It does not play a significant role in Senegalese society
It does not incorporate traditional instruments
It reflects the cultural diversity of Senegal
What is the significance of the kora and balafon in Malian music?
They have no historical significance
They are not traditional instruments of Mali
They are integral to Malian music and culture
They are used for entertainment purposes only
What is the role of music in Malian cultural heritage?
It reflects the values and beliefs of the society
It has no influence on the values and beliefs of the society
It is not used historically to convey messages or express emotions
It has no connection to the history and traditions of Mali
What was the objective of the lesson on Day 5?
To engage in playing traditional West African rhythms
To introduce the broader context of West African music
To understand the role of music in Nigerian society
To explore the cultural and social contexts of Nigerian music
How far, as a flight, is Mali from California?
(a)
What is the significance of the kora and balafon in Malian music?
They are used for entertainment purposes only
They are not traditional instruments of Mali
They have no historical significance
They are integral to Malian music and culture
What is the role of music in Malian cultural heritage?
It has no influence on the values and beliefs of the society
It reflects the values and beliefs of the society
It is not used historically to convey messages or express emotions
It has no connection to the history and traditions of Mali
Senegal music includes Hip Hop, R&B, and ______
Hiplife
High Life
Afro-Cuban
High Five
What makes the talking drum unique?
TOBE NWIGWE is from what location?
Senegal
Nigeria
Mali
None.
What is the role of the djembe drum in West African music?
It is not a traditional instrument in West Africa
It is used only in religious ceremonies
It is a key instrument in many West African musical styles
It has no significant role in West African music
What is a griot?
A person, place or thing.
A librarian or poet
A chief
A musical style
The Nigerian flag has green. What other colors?
That's it.
There's red and white.
White.
I don't know.
What does the Senegal flag have that the Mali flag does not?
White stripes
White circles
It's larger
White star
has a more calmer style of music
(a)
🇲🇱 This flag matches what location?
(a)
How many people reside in Nigeria
(a)
West Africa is known for gold, salt, and what?
Chocolate
Chips
Cocao
Corn
Nigeria is tied to what style of music?
R&B
Afro Beats
Hiplife
Senegal is tied to what style of music?
R&B
Afro Beats
Reggae
Mali is tied to what style of music?
Instrumental
Afro Beats
Reggae
