Origins of Hip-Hop
In what borough of New York City did Hip-Hop originate?
What is The Bronx
Name all 5 elements of Hip-Hop
What is DJing, MCing, Breakdancing, Graffiti, Knowledge
Who was a pioneer of scratching and turntablism?
Who is Grandmaster Flash
What does it mean when Hip-Hop is called “the voice of the people”?
What is It expresses real struggles and truths of communities
What is a rap persona?
What is A stage identity or character a rapper uses
What decade is known for the birth of Hip-Hop?
What is the 1970s
Which element involves mixing beats on turntables?
What is DJing
What group is Afrika Bambaataa associated with?
What is Zulu Nation
Name one song that addresses police brutality
What is NWA F** The Police, “Alright” by Kendrick Lamar
What is freestyling?
What is Improvised rap, often without writing beforehand
Who is credited with hosting the first Hip-Hop party?
Who is Dj Kool Herc
What element is also called "B-boying"?
What is Breakdancing
Which artist is known for socially conscious lyrics and storytelling?
Who is Kendrick Lamar
How has Hip-Hop helped raise awareness about racial inequality?
What is Through lyrics, videos, performances, protests
What’s one key to a strong stage presence?
What is Confidence, energy, eye contact,
What was the purpose of early Hip-Hop block parties?
What is "To bring people together, escape violence, and celebrate music."
Which element is visual and often found on walls or trains?
What is Graffiti
Which DJ invented the “quick-mix theory,” allowing breaks in songs to be extended?
Who is Grandmaster Flash
In the Song F*** The Police by NWA, What was the theme?
What is Anger over Police Brutality
What is “flow” in rap?
What is The rhythm, cadence, and style of delivery
Name two major social or economic issues that influenced early Hip-Hop.
What is "Poverty, police brutality, racism, housing instability"
What does the “Knowledge” element of Hip-Hop refer to?
What is Awareness of self, community, and culture
Name three Hip-Hop legends from three different regions (East Coast, West Coast, South, or Midwest), and say one thing each is known for (style, influence, or hit song).
Bonus 200!
What is
East Coast: Nas – Known for Illmatic and poetic storytelling
West Coast: Tupac – Known for emotional depth and social activism
South: Outkast – Known for blending funk, soul, and creative lyricism
In the song Alright by Kendrick Lemar, What is the theme?
What is Hope and resilience.
Why is storytelling important in rap?
What is It connects with the audience, builds emotion, shares experience