Origins of Blues & Hip Hop Jeopardy

Cultural Context

5

The Blues originated where?

Deep South

10

Hip hop originated in this region. 

The Bronx, New York

15

Hip Hop Music often addresses themes related to 

Social Injustice and Struggle

20

A popular urban dance genre that was created while dancing during the instrumental breaks of songs

Break dance

25

Which Major Music Festival helped bring blues music into the Public Eye in the 1960s

Newport Jazz Festival. 

Historical Influences

5

This genre Emerged in a time of struggle following the civil war and the great migration. 

Blues

10

This genre was influenced by the dance culture and funk's Groove Rhythm 

Hip Hop

15

Early Hip Hop Culture was centered around these where DJs spun records and MCs would entertain the crowd. 

Block Parties

20

Economic Hardships faced by African American Communities influenced lyrical themes of what.

Poverty and Social Injustice. 

25

The 4 Elements of Hip Hop Are 

Rapping 

Graffitti 

Breakdancing 

DJing

Musical Characteristics

5

Dj used these to mix and scratch records 

Turntables

10

A Vocal style in which artists speak rhythmically and in rhyme often addressing social and political issues. 

Rapping

15

Typically follows the chord progression 

12- Bar Structure

20

A traditional African American musical pattern where a vocal line is answered by an instrumental line. 

Call and Response

25

Often expresses personal pain, heartache, and stories of everyday life. 

Lyrics

Prominent Figures

5

Blues Artist famous for "Moaning at Midnight" and also known for his influence on rock music

Robert Johnson

10

Credited with popularizing hip hop by introducing the use of breakbeats at parties

DJ Kool Herc

15

Influential in fostering hip hop culture and bringing elements of funk and soul into music.

Afrika Bambataa

20

Renowned for his expressive guitar playing and vocal style. Also, from Mississippi. 

B.B. KING

25

Known for his innovative DJ techniques and contributions to the genre.

DJ Grandmaster Flash

Social Impact

5

Hip hop provided a platform to discuss systemic issues, racism, poverty, and inequality to which community?

Marginalized Communities

10

Blues Laid the groundwork for which genres?

Rock & Roll, Jazz

15

Hip hop Helped influence what movement in America?

Black Lives Matter

20

What did Blues Allow African Americans to Express?

Emotions and Experiences

25

Who performed the famous song "The Message", which addressed social issues in the 1980s

Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.