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Type: Multiple-Choice
Category: Summarizing
Level: Grade 8
Standards: CCRA.R.2, RI.8.2
Score: 3
Author: rdaun
Created: 10 years ago

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Grade 8 Summarizing CCSS: CCRA.R.2, RI.8.2

In Africa, music is usually performed outdoors. There is spontaneous music making as well as performances by social and music groups at ceremonies and feasts. There is no written music or music notation. African music tradition, like folklore and history, is transmitted orally. Music is a social activity in which almost everyone participates. Clearly, African music has several interesting characteristics.

The best summary of the paragraph is:
  1. In Africa, music is usually performed outdoors.
  2. There is no written music or musical notation.
  3. African music has several interesting characteristics.
  4. In Africa, music making is spontaneous