Music! Its Role and Importance in Our Lives

Chapter 11: Sacred Music

Self Check Quiz

1
Hindu religious songs that are sung in praise of a particular god or gods are called
A)cantatas.
B)kritis.
C)mridangams.
D)qawwalis.
2
A ram's horn, or shofar, is used in which religious tradition?
A)Buddhism
B)Hinduism
C)Islam
D)Judaism
3
Spirited Christian songs accompanied by tambourines, drums, and piano became known as
A)gospel music.
B)hymns.
C)chorales.
D)cantatas.
4
Although some interpretations of the Qur'an forbid music, groups of Muslims called Sufis use a fast-paced traditional music called
A)gospel music.
B)kriti.
C)qawwali.
D)cantata.
5
The original or first people to inhabit a place are called
A)aboriginals.
B)Native Americans.
C)Inuits.
D)Indians.
6
Which of these is true of Native American music?
A)It is passive.
B)It is written on scrolls.
C)It is used mainly for entertainment.
D)It is central to tribal rituals.
7
Which of these is NOT a typical Native American instrument?
A)rattle
B)drum
C)flute
D)violin
8
Compositions that serve as introductions to the singing by the congregation are called
A)hymns.
B)chorale preludes.
C)liturgies.
D)kritis.
9
Which of these is NOT true of gospel music?
A)Native American heritage
B)syncopated rhythms
C)audience participation
D)free interpretation of vocal and instrumental parts
10
Which of these is NOT Protestant?
A)hymns
B)chorales
C)spirituals
D)mass
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