Class Test 11( Term2) Flashcards
What is a Tokoloshe?
A supernatural creature than can cause all kinds of mischief and damage to the household
What is the women’s main responsibility in the Zulu culture?
To cook and prepare meals
True or false:
A young boys responsibility in the Zulu culture is to look after the cattle and goats?
True
Name the three things that folk law involves?
Storytelling,legends,songs and culture
What are Indians best known for in South Africa?
They are best known for their hot dishes, which have strong spices and chillies.
Name two types of Indian dishes?
Samosas, biryani,roti( any of them)
Why was gum boot dancing developed?
It was developed as part of the working class culture
Where did gumboot dancing originate?
It originated from the codes that the miners created to fight oppression by mine employers
When was township kwaito art developed?
1990
Who/what is an izangoma?
People whose thought to have divine powers in foretelling spirits which they receive from their ancestors.
Where did gumboot dancing begin?
It began with rural labourers who came to work in the gold mines in Gauteng
Name one of the most popular dances in the South African cultural dancing.
Gumboot dancing
What do colours symbolise in Ndebele art?
Expressions of personal prayers, self identification,values,emotions and marriage
What is a rickshaw?
An cart that is pulled by a man performing dances.
Name three different types of art and music festivals in South Africa ?
KKNK Graham's town arts festival Cape minstrel carnival Cape Town jazz festival Splashy Fen
