Homegrown: Shaker Spirituals in Maine

What is the main reason why the Shakers don't allow people to perform their marches and dances?

• They believe these activities are too difficult for outsiders to learn.

• They consider these activities to be sacred and part of their worship.

• They are concerned about copyright infringement.

• They think these activities are not entertaining enough for outsiders.

What is the significance of the song "I hunger and thirst" for the Shakers?

• It was written by a famous Shaker composer and is considered a masterpiece.

• It is a song that was passed down orally and represents the importance of oral tradition in Shaker culture.

• It is a song that was written by Sister Mildred and is dedicated to her mentor, Sister Paulina.

• It is a song that is sung during a ring dance and represents the community's unity.

What is the main reason why the Shakers believe their songs are important?

• They believe their songs are beautiful and entertaining.

• They believe their songs are a way to express their faith and beliefs.

• They believe their songs are a way to attract new members to their community.

• They believe their songs are a way to preserve their history and culture.

Based on the video, what can we conclude about the Shakers' attitude towards sharing their music with the outside world?

• They are hesitant to share their music because they believe it is too sacred.

• They are eager to share their music because they believe it can inspire others.

• They are indifferent to sharing their music because they believe it is not important.

• They are opposed to sharing their music because they believe it will be misinterpreted.

What can we infer about the importance of oral tradition in Shaker culture based on the text?

• Oral tradition is not important because the Shakers have written records of their songs.

• Oral tradition is important because it allows the Shakers to preserve their songs and stories.

• Oral tradition is not important because the Shakers have access to modern technology.

• Oral tradition is important because it allows the Shakers to share their music with the outside world.

What can we conclude about the Shakers' beliefs about the role of music in their worship?

• Music is a secondary element in Shaker worship, with testimonies being the most important part.

• Music is a crucial element in Shaker worship, expressing their faith and connecting them to their ancestors.

• Music is not important in Shaker worship, as they focus primarily on prayer and meditation.

• Music is only used during special occasions in Shaker worship, such as weddings or funerals.

What can we infer about the Shakers' view of their community based on the video?

• They see their community as isolated and separate from the outside world.

• They see their community as a place of peace and harmony, open to sharing their traditions.

• They see their community as a place of strict rules and regulations, where outsiders are not welcome.

• They see their community as a place of constant change and innovation, adapting to modern times.

What can we conclude about the Shakers' approach to preserving their traditions?

• They are reluctant to change their traditions and prefer to maintain them exactly as they were in the past.

• They are open to adapting their traditions to modern times, while still preserving their core values.

• They are focused on sharing their traditions with the outside world, even if it means changing them.

• They are indifferent to preserving their traditions, believing that they will naturally evolve over time.

Why did the Shakers prefer shorter songs?

• Shorter songs were easier to learn and remember.

• Shorter songs were more appropriate for their worship services.

• Shorter songs were more popular with outsiders.

• Shorter songs were more suitable for their ring dances.

What does the speaker mean when he says that Shaker songs are "alive"?

• The songs are still sung today.

• The songs are full of energy and emotion.

• The songs are a source of inspiration for others.

• The songs connect the Shakers to their ancestors and their faith.