Instruments Used in Bhangra

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Which of the following is a percussion instrument commonly used in Bhangra?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dhol is a double-headed drum that is played with two sticks. It is one of the most important instruments in Bhangra and is used to keep the beat.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that is often used in Bhangra?

  1. Tumbi

  2. Sarangi

  3. Sitar

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tumbi is a plucked string instrument that is made from a gourd. It has a long neck and a rounded body and is played with a plectrum.

Which of the following is a wind instrument that is sometimes used in Bhangra?

  1. Shehnai

  2. Flute

  3. Clarinet

  4. Trumpet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shehnai is a double-reed instrument that is made from wood. It has a long, cylindrical body and a flared bell. It is often used in Bhangra to play melodies.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to accompany the vocals in Bhangra?

  1. Harmonium

  2. Tabla

  3. Dhol

  4. Tumbi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Harmonium is a keyboard instrument that is played by pumping air with a foot pedal. It is used to accompany the vocals in Bhangra and to provide a drone.

Which of the following is not a traditional instrument used in Bhangra?

  1. Dhol

  2. Guitar

  3. Tumbi

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Guitar is not a traditional instrument used in Bhangra. It is a Western instrument that is sometimes used in modern Bhangra music.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra?

  1. Tabla

  2. Dhol

  3. Tumbi

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tabla is a pair of hand drums that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra. It is one of the most important instruments in Bhangra and is used to keep the beat.

Which of the following is a stringed instrument that is similar to the Tumbi?

  1. Sarangi

  2. Sitar

  3. Dilruba

  4. Esraj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dilruba is a stringed instrument that is similar to the Tumbi. It has a long neck and a rounded body, but it is played with a bow instead of a plectrum.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to play the melody in Bhangra?

  1. Sarangi

  2. Sitar

  3. Tumbi

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sarangi is a stringed instrument that is used to play the melody in Bhangra. It has a long neck and a rounded body, and is played with a bow.

Which of the following is a percussion instrument that is sometimes used in Bhangra?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Chimta

  4. Ghungroo


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Chimta is a pair of tongs that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra. It is made of metal and is played by striking it against another metal object.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to accompany the vocals in Bhangra?

  1. Harmonium

  2. Tabla

  3. Dhol

  4. Tumbi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Harmonium is a keyboard instrument that is played by pumping air with a foot pedal. It is used to accompany the vocals in Bhangra and to provide a drone.

Which of the following is not a traditional instrument used in Bhangra?

  1. Dhol

  2. Guitar

  3. Tumbi

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Guitar is not a traditional instrument used in Bhangra. It is a Western instrument that is sometimes used in modern Bhangra music.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra?

  1. Tabla

  2. Dhol

  3. Tumbi

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tabla is a pair of hand drums that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra. It is one of the most important instruments in Bhangra and is used to keep the beat.

Which of the following is a stringed instrument that is similar to the Tumbi?

  1. Sarangi

  2. Sitar

  3. Dilruba

  4. Esraj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dilruba is a stringed instrument that is similar to the Tumbi. It has a long neck and a rounded body, but it is played with a bow instead of a plectrum.

What is the name of the instrument that is used to play the melody in Bhangra?

  1. Sarangi

  2. Sitar

  3. Tumbi

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sarangi is a stringed instrument that is used to play the melody in Bhangra. It has a long neck and a rounded body, and is played with a bow.

Which of the following is a percussion instrument that is sometimes used in Bhangra?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Chimta

  4. Ghungroo


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Chimta is a pair of tongs that is used to play the rhythm in Bhangra. It is made of metal and is played by striking it against another metal object.

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