Instruments Used in Gidda

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

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Sitar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dhol is a double-headed drum that is played with two sticks. It is a popular percussion instrument used in many folk dances of Punjab, including Gidda.

What is the name of the string instrument that is often used to accompany Gidda?

  1. Tumbi

  2. Sarangi

  3. Veena

  4. Guitar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tumbi is a string instrument that is made from a gourd. It has a long neck and a single string. It is played by plucking the string with a finger or a plectrum.

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

  1. Shehnai

  2. Flute

  3. Clarinet

  4. Saxophone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shehnai is a double-reed wind instrument that is commonly used in Indian classical music. It is also sometimes used in folk dances like Gidda.

What is the name of the small metal cymbals that are often used in Gidda?

  1. Manjeera

  2. Ghungroo

  3. Kartal

  4. Jhanj


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Jhanj is a pair of small metal cymbals that are played by striking them together. They are often used in Indian folk dances, including Gidda.

Which of the following is a percussion instrument that is made from a clay pot?

  1. Ghatam

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ghatam is a percussion instrument that is made from a clay pot. It is played by striking the pot with the hands or with a stick. It is sometimes used in Gidda to provide a rhythmic accompaniment.

What is the name of the wooden stick that is used to play the Dhol?

  1. Danda

  2. Nagada

  3. Tipri

  4. Chimta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Danda is a wooden stick that is used to play the Dhol. It is usually made from a hard wood like teak or rosewood.

Which of the following is a string instrument that is similar to the Tumbi but has a shorter neck?

  1. Sarangi

  2. Dilruba

  3. Esraj

  4. Sitar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Dilruba is a string instrument that is similar to the Tumbi but has a shorter neck. It is played by plucking the strings with a finger or a plectrum.

What is the name of the small drum that is sometimes used in Gidda to provide a rhythmic accompaniment?

  1. Dholak

  2. Tabla

  3. Nagada

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dholak is a small drum that is sometimes used in Gidda to provide a rhythmic accompaniment. It is played by striking the drumhead with the hands.

Which of the following is a wind instrument that is made from a bamboo stalk?

  1. Bansuri

  2. Shehnai

  3. Flute

  4. Clarinet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bansuri is a wind instrument that is made from a bamboo stalk. It is played by blowing air across a hole in the side of the stalk.

What is the name of the metal bell that is sometimes used in Gidda to mark the end of a dance?

  1. Ghungroo

  2. Kartal

  3. Manjeera

  4. Ghanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ghanta is a metal bell that is sometimes used in Gidda to mark the end of a dance. It is usually made from brass or copper.

Which of the following is a string instrument that is similar to the Sarangi but has a larger body?

  1. Dilruba

  2. Esraj

  3. Sitar

  4. Veena


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Esraj is a string instrument that is similar to the Sarangi but has a larger body. It is played by plucking the strings with a finger or a plectrum.

What is the name of the small wooden sticks that are sometimes used in Gidda to produce a rhythmic sound?

  1. Kartal

  2. Manjeera

  3. Ghungroo

  4. Chimta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kartal is a pair of small wooden sticks that are sometimes used in Gidda to produce a rhythmic sound. They are played by striking the sticks together.

Which of the following is a wind instrument that is made from a gourd?

  1. Shehnai

  2. Flute

  3. Bansuri

  4. Tumbi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tumbi is a wind instrument that is made from a gourd. It has a long neck and a single reed. It is played by blowing air into the reed.

What is the name of the small metal bells that are sometimes attached to the ankles of Gidda dancers?

  1. Ghungroo

  2. Manjeera

  3. Kartal

  4. Jhanj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ghungroo is a small metal bell that is sometimes attached to the ankles of Gidda dancers. It produces a rhythmic sound when the dancer moves.

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