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Question 1

which answer best describes the significance of this excerpt?

1. represents cultural preservation and promotion through throat singing practices
2. the excerpt is a demonstration of western musical influences on Mongolian music
3. the excerpt is an inauthentic representation of throat singing
4. the excerpt represents fusion of traditional Mongolian throat singing accompanied by modern western musical instruments

Answer 1

represents cultural preservation and promotion through throat singing practices

Question 2

which answer best describes the setting of this excerpt?

1. well known Mongolian concert hall
2. a bustling city square in Mongolia
3. on top of a mountain in Mongolia
4. inside a traditional yurt in the Mongolian country sides

Answer 2

on top of a mountain in Mongolia

Question 3

how does the setting contribute to the overall impact of the music?

Answer 3

it demonstrates the cultural roots and reaching intended audience

Question 4

Which answer best describes the significance of this excerpt?

1. represents the fusion of modern western musical influences with Native American flute music
2. this excerpt is an attempt to extend traditional Native American flute music into mainstream pop culture
3. the excerpt showcases the preservation of native american flute music and connects listeners to themes of native american culture
4. this excerpt is an inauthentic representation of native American flute music traditions

Answer 4

the excerpt showcases the preservation of native american flute music and connects listeners to themes of native american culture

Question 5

which answer best describes the theme of this excerpt?

1. the spiritual significance of animals in Native American culture
2. watching their majesty of eagles in flight and their significance in Native American culture
3. challenges faced by native Americans and overcoming obstacles

Answer 5

watching their majesty of eagles in flight and their significance in Native American culture

Question 6

what is the significance of the monophonic texture of this excerpt?

Answer 6

it represents the essence of traditional glute playing and its ceremonial roles

Question 7

which answer best describes the significance of this excerpt?

1. the excerpt represents the fusion of modern western musical influences with native american flute music
2. is an attempt to extend tradiiotnal Native American flute music into mainstream pop culture
3. the excerpt showcases the preservation of Native American flute music and connections listeners to themes of Native American culture
4. the excerpt is an inauthentic representation of native American flute music traditions

Answer 7

the excerpt represents the fusion of modern western musical influences with native american flute music

Question 8

which answer best describes the harmony and tuning of this excerpt?

1. harmony showcases a fusion of traditional native american flute music with western instruments without the use of a specific tuning system
2. harmony showcases a fusion of traditional Native American flute music with western tuned to the western diatonic system
3. harmony features a blend of old flute music and new style Native American flute music without the use of a specific tuning system
4. harmony features a strict adherence to western instrumentation tuned to the western diatonic system

Answer 8

harmony showcases a fusion of traditional Native American flute music with western tuned to the western diatonic system

Question 9

what is the significance of the polyphonic texture of this excerpt?

Answer 9

it is meant to implement more current styles music in hopes to reach a broader audience, which also staying true to Native American flute traditions

Question 10

Which answer best describes this musical groups primary goal?

1. commercialize rapa nui’s cultural heritage through music and performance
2. preserve and promote Rapa nui’s cultural heritage through music and performance
3. use music as a platform to address global social and political issues
4. collaborate with international artists and use global influence in their music

Answer 10

preserve and promote Rapa nui’s cultural heritage through music and performance

Question 11

which answer best describes this significance of this excerpt

1. the release of this song marked a turning point, leading Kenyan rap to become an international phenomenon
2. the song was written by the first Kenyan rap group to perform in the United States
3. the song was composed by a Kenyan rap group while they were still in high school
4. the song provided a glimpse into current Kenyan issues for people worldwide

Answer 11

the release of this song marked a turning point, leading Kenyan rap to become an international phenomenon

Question 12

which answer best describes the language of this exceprt?

1. street Swahili (Zheng) associated with a particular part of Nairobi
2. standard English
3. standard Swahili commonly used by middle and lower class
4. anglicized, kenyanized English

Answer 12

street Swahili (Zheng) associated with a particular part of Nairobi

Question 13

what is the significance of the language this excerpt was written in

Answer 13

it was the standard and shared language of communication

Question 14

which of the following answers does not describe the significance of this excerpt?

1. this song was the first attempt to make Carnatic music available to everyone
2. this song was the first attempt to create a music video for Carnatic music
3. this song addresses an environmental crisis, illustrating a departure from Carnatic music’s exclusively religious themes
4. this song was a collaboration with a famous western pop artist, blending Carnatic music with contemporary western styles

Answer 14

this song was a collaboration with a famous western pop artist, blending Carnatic music with contemporary western styles

Question 15

which of the following answers does NOT describe the goals of the artist

1. to engage in political, social. and environmental commentary
2. to exclusively perofrm traditional religiously inspired Carnatic composition
3. delink Carnatic music from religion to make it more accessible to the younger generation
4. make the audience reflect on what Carnatic music actually is

Answer 15

to exclusively perofrm traditional religiously inspired Carnatic composition

Question 16

what does the them in this excerpt particularly its title poramoke signify?

Answer 16

poramboke was a term originally referring to used shared land, which is now prohibited.

Question 17

which answer best describes the way this song has been passed down?

1. through written records and books
2. through oral tradition, storytelling and song
3. through painting and visual art
4. through digital recordings and videos

Answer 17

through oral tradition, storytelling and song

Question 18

what role does this melody play in this excerpt?

1. the melody is simple and repetitive, making it easy to remember and sing along to
2. the melody is complex and intricate, showcasing the singers vocal techniques
3. the melody is dissonant and unsettling creating a sense of tension and unease
4. the melody is strict based on major scale, demonstrating western influence

Answer 18

the melody is simple and repetitive, making it easy to remember and sing along to

Question 19

which instrument is predominantly used in this performance?

1. yiggy yiggy

2 yidaki stick

3. djembe
4. yiraki stick

Answer 19

yiggy yiggy

Question 20

what is the significance of the melody of this excerpt?

Answer 20

they are portraying the essence of improvisation, used to demonstrate creativity and personal style

Question 21

which answer best describes the rhythm of this excerpt?

1. simple duple rhythm
2. compound duple rhythm
3. polyrhythm
4. isorhtyhm

Answer 21

polyrhythm

Question 22

which answer best describes the rhythm of this excerpt?

1. free rhythm unaccompanied
2. free rhythm accompanied
3. strict rhythm accompanied
4. free-followed by strict rhythm

Answer 22

strict rhythm accompanied

Question 23

explain you answer to question 3 based on what you hear

Answer 23

sining accompanied by drums/hand clapping

underlying beat remain constant

Question 24

which answer best describes the melody of this excerpt

1. completely conjunct
2. completely disjunct
3. both conjunct and disjunct passages
4. highly melismatic

Answer 24

both conjunct and disjunct

Question 25

which answer best describes the drumming of this excerpt

1. solo drumming
2. paired drumming
3. drumming with vocal accompaniment
4. drumming with no accompaniment

Answer 25

paired drumming

Question 26

which answer best describes the form of the accompaniment in this excerpt

1. cyclical and repetitive
2. non cyclical and irregular

3, sporadic and unpredictable

4. unstructured and improvised

Answer 26

cyclical and repetitive

Question 27

which answer best describes the use of rhythm in this excerpt

1. rhythm is used to completely improvise in an unstructured manner
2. rhythm Is used without any discernible pattern or purpose
3. rhythm is used to portray individual differences in style and richness
4. rhythm is used to produce strict patterns of understanding

Answer 27

rhythm is used to portray individual differences in style and richness

Question 28

which answers best describes the articulation of this excerpt?

1. the articulation is smooth and legato, with notes blending together seamlessly
2. the articulation is inconsistent, qith variable note lengths and uneven accents
3. the articulation is crisp and staccato, with each note pronounced and separated from the next
4. the articulation is muddy and indistinct, lacking clarity in the notes and accents

Answer 28

the articulation is crisp and staccato, with each note pronounced and separated from the next