Folk Music of Tamil Nadu

Description: Folk Music of Tamil Nadu is a rich and diverse tradition that reflects the state's cultural heritage. This quiz will test your knowledge about the various forms of folk music, instruments, and artists associated with Tamil Nadu.
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Which of the following is a popular folk dance of Tamil Nadu?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kuchipudi

  3. Kathakali

  4. Karakattam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karakattam is a traditional folk dance performed during festivals and celebrations in Tamil Nadu. It involves balancing a pot on the head while dancing.

The Nadaswaram is a wind instrument commonly used in folk music of Tamil Nadu. What is its traditional counterpart?

  1. Thavil

  2. Mridangam

  3. Tabla

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Thavil is a percussion instrument that is played alongside the Nadaswaram in traditional Tamil Nadu folk music performances.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Villu', a bow-shaped instrument?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Karakattam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Villuppattu is a traditional form of storytelling and music performed using the Villu, a bow-shaped instrument with bells attached to it.

The 'Parai' is a percussion instrument commonly used in which folk music form of Tamil Nadu?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Oyilattam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oyilattam is a folk dance and music form from Tamil Nadu that involves rhythmic clapping and the use of the Parai, a traditional drum.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Ottu', a single-stringed instrument?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Ottu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ottu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Ottu, a single-stringed instrument played with a bow.

The 'Koothu' is a traditional folk theater form of Tamil Nadu. What is its primary focus?

  1. Dance

  2. Music

  3. Storytelling

  4. Comedy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Koothu is a folk theater form that combines dance, music, and storytelling to narrate traditional tales and legends.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Yaazh', an ancient string instrument?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Yaazh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Yaazh is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Yaazh, an ancient string instrument with a rich history.

The 'Therukoothu' is a form of folk theater popular in Tamil Nadu. What does it literally translate to?

  1. Street Theater

  2. Temple Theater

  3. Village Theater

  4. Folk Theater


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Therukoothu literally translates to 'Street Theater' and is a form of folk theater performed in open spaces or streets.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Udukkai', a small hand drum?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Udukkai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Udukkai is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Udukkai, a small hand drum played with the fingers.

The 'Bommalattam' is a traditional folk puppet theater form of Tamil Nadu. What does it literally translate to?

  1. Puppet Dance

  2. Puppet Show

  3. Puppet Theater

  4. Folk Puppetry


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bommalattam literally translates to 'Puppet Theater' and involves the use of puppets to enact stories and legends.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Kombu', a conch shell?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Kombu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kombu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Kombu, a conch shell used as a wind instrument.

The 'Silambattam' is a traditional folk dance form of Tamil Nadu. What is its primary focus?

  1. Stick Dance

  2. Sword Dance

  3. Fire Dance

  4. Drum Dance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Silambattam is a folk dance form that involves rhythmic movements and striking of sticks.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Mayilattam', a peacock dance?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Mayilattam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mayilattam is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Mayilattam, a peacock dance performed with colorful costumes and rhythmic movements.

The 'Poikkal Kuthirai Aattam' is a traditional folk dance form of Tamil Nadu. What does it literally translate to?

  1. Horse Dance

  2. Puppet Dance

  3. Stick Dance

  4. Drum Dance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Poikkal Kuthirai Aattam literally translates to 'Horse Dance' and involves performers wearing horse-shaped costumes and performing rhythmic dance movements.

Which folk music form of Tamil Nadu is known for its use of the 'Kaniyan Koothu', a ritual dance?

  1. Villuppattu

  2. Nadaswaram

  3. Thavil

  4. Kaniyan Koothu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaniyan Koothu is a traditional folk music form from Tamil Nadu that features the Kaniyan Koothu, a ritual dance performed by the Kaniyan community.

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