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Multiple Choice. Read the questions carefully and encircle the letter that corresponds the answer.
1. What is the first element of music discussed in the lesson?
A. Melody
B. Harmony
C. Rhythm
D. Timbre
2. What does rhythm serve as in a musical composition?
A. The melody
B. The pulse
C. The harmony
D. The tempo
3. Which component of rhythm refers to the speed of the beat?
A. Beat
B. Meter
C. Tempo
D. Accent
4. Which term describes the combination of strong and weak beats?
A. Tempo
B. Rhythm
C. Meter
D. Texture
5. If you nod your head or tap your foot while listening to music, you are feeling what element of music?
A. Tempo
B. Rhythm
C. Timbre
D. Dynamics
6. What type of texture has only one melody playing?
A. Homophonic
B. Monophonic
C. Polyphonic
D. Harmonic
7. In which type of texture does a single melody accompany an instrument?
A. Monophonic
B. Homophonic
C. Polyphonic
D. Monodic
8. Which texture involves two or more melodic lines playing simultaneously?
A. Monophonic
B. Homophonic
C. Polyphonic
D. Homorhythmic
9. What is timbre?
A. The speed of the music
B. The quality of sound
C. The rhythm of the music
D. The melody of the music
10. The folk music of Luzon is primarily influenced by:
A. Historical events
B. Daily experiences
C. Western cultures
D. Formal education
11. What is a key characteristic of folk songs?
A. They are often instrumental.
B. They are typically complex in structure.
C. The lyrics are in the native tongue.
D. They are always composed by famous artists.
12. Why is it important for folk songs to be sung in the native tongue?
A. To make them more entertaining
B. To preserve cultural heritage
C. To increase their popularity
D. To attract tourists
13. How are folk songs typically passed down?
A. Through written records
B. Through oral tradition
C. Through social media
D. Through television
14. Most composers of Filipino folk songs are:
A. Well-known artists
B. Academic professionals
C. Unknown
D. International musicians
15. What is a common key signature used in Luzon folk songs?
A. B major
B. E minor
C. Key of G
D. Key of C
16. What meters are commonly used in folk songs?
A. Octuple
B. Duple, triple, or quadruple
C. Quintuple
D. Sextuple
17. Folk songs are primarily based on:
A. Global cultures
B. Community culture and tradition
C. Historical events
D. Political issues
18. Which of the following is a characteristic of Luzon folk songs?
A. Complex musical structure
B. Use of advanced technology
C. Short and simple
D. Instrumental only
19. What influences the speed of a folk song?
A. The time of day
B. The mood of the music
C. The number of singers
D. The location of the performance
20. Folk songs from the Tagalog region include:
A. Manang Biday
B. Sarung Banggi
C. Bahay Kubo
D. Atin Cu Pung Singsing
21. Which of the following folk songs is from the Ilocano culture?
A. Leron, Leron Sinta
B. Magtanim ay 'Di Biro
C. Manang Biday
D. Atin Cu Pung Singsing
22. Which folk song is known as a Bicolano piece?
A. Bahay Kubo
B. Sarung Banggi
C. Leron, Leron Sinta
D. Pamulinawen
23. Folk songs are generally based on the daily experiences of:
A. Wealthy individuals
B. Common people
C. Historical figures
D. International celebrities
24. Which of the following describes a homophonic texture?
A. Multiple melodies
B. A single melody with accompaniment
C. No melody
D. Random sounds
25. How did early Filipinos bond while singing folk songs?
A. By competing with each other
B. By sharing stories
C. By memorizing songs
D. By learning instruments
26. What role does the meter play in a folk song?
A. It changes the melody
B. It determines the emotional impact
C. It establishes the rhythmic framework
D. It defines the lyrics
27. What type of song is "Atin Cu Pung Singsing"?
A. Ilocano
B. Kapampangan
C. Tagalog
D. Bicolano
28. Folk songs are often learned by:
A. Professional training
B. Memorization
C. Writing them down
D. Watching performances
29. What is a characteristic of the melodies in folk songs?
A. Very complicated
B. Very lengthy
C. Simple and repetitive
D. Completely random
30. What is the primary purpose of folk songs?
A. To entertain only
B. To express daily life and experiences
C. To promote tourism
D. To educate children
31. Which of the following is NOT a folk song characteristic?
A. Written by famous composers
B. Sung in the native language
C. Passed down orally
D. Simple key signature
32. Folk songs reflect the culture and:
A. Personal opinions
B. Government policies
C. Daily livelihoods
D. Scientific discoveries
33. The texture of a song refers to:
A. The instruments used
B. The number of melodies and harmonies
C. The length of the song
D. The tempo of the song
34. Which of the following best describes a polyphonic texture?
A. One melody with accompaniment
B. Several melodies played together
C. No melody at all
D. A single melody
35. How are folk songs significant to community identity?
A. They provide entertainment
B. They foster a sense of belonging
C. They are a source of income
D. They are used for political purposes
36. What is an example of a folk song from the Kapampangan region?
A. Bahay Kubo
B. Atin Cu Pung Singsing
C. Sarung Banggi
D. Manang Biday
37. Which of the following songs reflects the Bicolano culture?
A. Pamulinawen
B. Leron, Leron Sinta
C. Sarung Banggi
D. Magtanim ay 'Di Biro
38. What is the primary way folk songs were shared in the past?
A. Through books
B. Through digital media
C. Through live performances
D. Through oral tradition
39. What mood do most happy tunes typically have?
A. Slow
B. Fast
C. Unpredictable
D. Sad
40. How do folk songs typically end in their musical structure?
A. With a key change
B. In a different key than they started
C. In the same key they began
D. With a sudden stop
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