African Music Characteristics and Instruments
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the Blues in African music?

  • It features high-pitched vocals.
  • It is primarily instrumental.
  • It has an expressive and soulful sound. (correct)
  • It is a call and response form.

Call and Response is a musical form characterized by a succession of two distinct musical phrases.

True (A)

Name one category of traditional African instruments.

Idiophone

The spiritual in African music is known for its _____________ religious themes.

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Match the following vocal forms of African music with their descriptions:

<p>Maracatu = Rhythms of African percussion Blues = Expressive and soulful sound Soul = Afri-ame gospel music Spiritual = Deeply religious themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes Soul music?

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Latin American music has no influences from African music.

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Name a vocal form that involves two distinct phrases.

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Which of the following is a type of instrument classified as a membranophone?

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A lamellaphone uses metal tongue-like structures to produce sound.

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Name a typical instrument that is categorized as a chordophone.

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The sound of a ______ is created by striking a membrane.

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Match the following instrument families with their definitions:

<p>Membranophone = Sound produced through a vibrating membrane Lamellaphone = Sound produced by plucking metal tongues Chordophone = Sound produced by vibrating strings Aerophone = Sound produced by vibrating air</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is not considered a lamellaphone?

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Chordophones include instruments such as violins and cellos.

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What is the primary way sound is produced in a lamellaphone?

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Which option best describes the term 'computer program'?

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All computer programs are created only for entertainment purposes.

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What is the primary function of a computer program?

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A computer program that allows users to modify and create spreadsheets is known as a __________ program.

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Match the following types of computer programs with their primary function:

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Which of these is NOT a type of computer program?

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All programming languages can be classified as computer programs.

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Give an example of a programming language used to create computer programs.

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Which type of musical instruments are highlighted in the content?

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Incan musical instruments are mentioned in the content.

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Name one type of Andean musical instrument.

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The __________ musical instruments refer to those originating from the Andes region.

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How many types of Andean musical instruments are mentioned?

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Match the following types of musical instruments to their respective categories:

<p>Charango = Andean Pan flute = Andean Zampoña = Andean Bombo = Incan</p> Signup and view all the answers

All instruments listed in the content are exclusively from Incan culture.

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What region is associated with Andean musical instruments?

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What is emphasized in the section on safety in the environment?

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The authors listed in the credits contributed to the section on safety in the environment.

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What are common health consequences of excessive body weight?

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Name one of the key concepts addressed in the safety section.

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Eating disorders do not impact physical health.

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Name one method to help a person manage their weight.

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Safety in the environment is essential for maintaining the __________ of ecosystems.

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Match the authors with their contributions:

<p>Dolor, D.J. = Concepts in environmental safety Bargo, H.E. = Health and safety protocols Bernal, K.E. = Cultural impacts on safety De Guzman, T.F. = Environmental policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main focus of laws concerning our health includes ______ use and abuse.

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Which of the following best describes the objective of the safety section?

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Match the following health consequences with their descriptions:

<p>Heart disease = Increased risk with excessive weight Diabetes = Chronic condition related to eating habits Anxiety = Often associated with eating disorders Obesity = Excessive body weight affecting health</p> Signup and view all the answers

The credits include only one author.

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Which of the following is NOT a recognized method to help manage weight?

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Weight management has no substantial impact on health outcomes.

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What is the significance of including multiple authors in the credits?

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Identify one eating disorder.

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Flashcards

Membranophone

A musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating a stretched membrane.

Lamellaphone

A musical instrument consisting of tuned lamellae (thin strips of metal or wood) that produce sound when struck with a stick or mallet.

Chordophone

A musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating strings.

What instrument type has vibrating strings?

Chordophones are instruments that produce sound by vibrating strings. Examples include guitars, violins, and pianos.

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African Music

A broad category encompassing various musical traditions from across the African continent. It's diverse, reflecting different cultures, languages, and geographic regions.

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Traditional African Music

Music passed down through generations within African cultures, often tied to rituals, ceremonies, storytelling, and daily life.

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What are some features of traditional African music?

Traditional African music is often characterized by polyrhythms, complex rhythmic patterns played simultaneously, and vocal styles like call and response.

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What are some examples of African-influenced music?

African musical influences can be found in various genres across the world, including blues, soul, gospel, reggae, and Latin American music.

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Call and Response

A vocal technique common in African and African-influenced music, where a leader sings or plays a phrase, and others respond with a different phrase.

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Idiophone

A musical instrument that produces sound primarily through the vibration of its own material - usually wood, metal, or gourds.

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Types of Idiophones

Idiophones encompass a wide variety of instruments, including xylophones, rattles, bells, and thumb pianos.

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What are some examples of Idiophones?

Xylophones, rattles, bells, and the thumb piano are all examples of idiophones, instruments that produce sound through their own vibration.

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Safety in the Environment

Refers to practices and measures taken to protect the environment, people, and resources from harm or hazards.

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Environmental Hazards

Anything in the environment that can cause harm to people, animals, or plants.

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How to protect the environment

Practices like reducing pollution, conserving resources, and using sustainable methods to ensure a healthy environment for future generations.

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Importance of Safety in the Environment

Ensuring safe and healthy conditions in our surroundings is crucial for maintaining biodiversity, protecting human health, and ensuring the well-being of all living things.

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Computer Program

A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.

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Instructions

The steps a computer follows to complete a task.

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Task

What the computer program is designed to accomplish.

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Code

The language used to write computer programs.

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Programming Language

A specific language used to create instructions for a computer.

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Compiler

A program that translates code written in a programming language into instructions the computer can understand.

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Interpreter

A program that executes code written in a programming language line by line.

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Software

A collection of programs that perform specific tasks.

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Inca Musical Instruments

Musical instruments used by the Inca civilization in ancient Peru.

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Andean Musical Instruments

Traditionally used in the Andes region, encompassing Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and parts of Chile and Argentina.

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What is a Quena?

A traditional Andean flute made from bamboo or wood, with six finger holes and an open end.

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What is a Charango?

A small, ten-stringed guitar-like instrument, with a distinctive sound and often used in traditional Andean folk music.

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What is a Siku?

A traditional Andean panpipe, made of several pipes of varying lengths, played by blowing across the top.

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What is a Zampoña?

A traditional Andean panpipe similar to the Siku, but with a slightly different arrangement of pipes.

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What is a Tinaja?

A traditional Andean instrument, typically made of clay, used both as a percussion instrument and a vocal resonator.

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What is a Wankara?

A traditional Andean percussion instrument, made of a hollowed-out gourd covered with animal hide.

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Eating disorder

A mental health condition characterized by abnormal eating habits and behaviors that can negatively impact physical and emotional well-being.

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Anorexia nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and severe calorie restriction, leading to significant weight loss.

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Bulimia nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging behaviors such as vomiting, excessive exercise, or laxative abuse.

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Binge eating disorder

An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory purging behaviors.

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Health trends

Patterns and changes in health conditions and behaviors within a population over time.

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Health issues

Specific health concerns or problems that are prevalent in a population.

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Health concerns

Areas of worry or focus related to the health of a population.

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National level

Relating to the entire country or a whole nation.

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Study Notes

African Music

  • African music is a diverse result of various ethnic groups.
  • Singing, dancing, clapping, and drumming are central to ceremonies.
  • Music is important in religious and political expressions.
  • African music has heavily influenced global music.

Traditional Music of Africa

  • Afrobeat: Combines West African and Black American musical styles.
  • Apala (Akpala): Nigerian musical genre originating from the Yoruba tribe, used to wake worshippers after fasting during Ramadan.
  • Axe: Popular genre from Salvador, Bahia, and Brazil, combining Afro-Caribbean, reggae, and calypso styles.
  • Jit: Hard and fast percussive Zimbabwean dance music.

Latin American Music Influenced by African Music

  • Reggae: Jamaican music heavily featuring bass guitar and drums.
  • Salsa: Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Colombian dance music with various genres like chachacha and mambo.
  • Samba: Lively rhythmical dance and music, typically with three steps per bar.
  • Soca: Modern Trinidadian and Tobago pop music combining soul and calypso music.

Vocal Forms of African Music

  • Maracatu: Rhythms of African percussion, expressive and soulful.
  • Blues: Expressive and soulful Afri-ame gospel music.
  • Soul: Deeply religious person musical phrases.
  • Spiritual: Deeply religious expressions.
  • Call and Response: Succession of two different musical phrases.

Classification of Traditional African Instruments

  • Idiophone: Instruments that produce sound by vibrating.
    • Balafon: West African xylophone.
    • Agogo: Single bell or multiple bells.
  • Membranophone: Instruments that produce sound by vibrating a stretched membrane.
    • Djembe: Well-known African drum with a large goblet shape.
    • Slit Drum: Hollow percussion instruments made of bamboo or wood.
    • Atingting Kon: Slit gongs.
    • Rattles: Made of seashells, tin, basketry, animal hoofs, horn, wood, metal balls, cocoons, or palm kernels.

Aztec and Mayan Instruments

  • Tlapitzalli: West African xylophone
  • Teponaztli: Single bell or multiple bells
  • Concha: Made of seashells
  • Rasp: Hollow percussion
  • Huehueti: One of the best-known African drums
  • Whistles: Made from natural elements, such as animal bones

Incan Musical Instruments

  • Ocarina: Musical instruments used to convey messages and information.
  • Zampoñas: Wind instruments used for various purposes.

Technology-Based Arts

  • Computer generated or manipulated images, digital photography, software, and video games.

Mobile Phone Art Applications

  • Pixlr: Free online image editor.
  • Pic Collage: Allows collages of photos, stickers, text, and frames.
  • Photo Grid: Downloadable app for making collages.
  • Doodle Booth: iPad application that enables "doodling" on images.
  • Photo Booth: Application for taking photos/videos on iPhones, iPads, and iPad minis.

Magic Mirror Booth

  • iPhone application that allows users to creatively manipulate images.

Paint.net

  • Unlimited undo, special effects, and a variety of useful and powerful tools.

Inkscape

  • Used for creating images, diagrams, line arts, charts, logos, and complex paintings.

Xara Extreme

  • Image editing program that includes photo and vector illustration tools.

Artweaver

  • Featured painting tool with a multitude of realistic brushes.

Pencil 2D

  • Animation / drawing software that enables hand-drawn animation.

Picasa

  • Discontinued image organizer and image viewer.

Paint Star

  • Photo editing software for composing images.

Adobe Photoshop

  • Advanced image editor for simple retouch or complex 3D designs and illustrations.

Corel Paintshop Pro X5

  • Image editing tool that enables drawing, image creation, and logo design.

Healthy Lifestyle Guidelines

  • Physical activities (20-30 minutes, most days a week)
  • Healthy breakfast daily
  • Effective stress management
  • Sufficient sleep (7-8 hours)
  • Flexible exercises
  • Healthy diet (whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low saturated/trans fat)
  • Avoid tobacco and secondhand smoke.
  • Maintain recommended body weight.

Weight Management Strategies

  • Energy expenditure (physical activity)
  • Energy consumption (food intake)
  • Weight gain
  • Weight loss
  • Weight maintenance

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This quiz explores the defining features of African music, including the Blues, Soul music, and various musical forms. Test your knowledge on traditional African instruments and their classifications, as well as important vocal forms and their characteristics. Assess your understanding of the rich tapestry of African musical heritage.

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