The Champions of Hollerin

Sheila Frye, a champion of the National Hollering Contest, explains the art of hollering, a traditional form of communication used by farmers. She describes the four types of hollers: functional, commutative, distress, and expressive. The National Hollering Contest, started in 1969, became a popular event, and Sheila shares her experience as a winner. The contest ran until 2015, after which the Worldwide Hollering Festival was created to preserve this cultural tradition. Hollering is valued for its historical significance and its ability to bring communities together.

What was the primary purpose of hollering among farmers before modern technology?

• To communicate over long distances

• To entertain themselves during work

• To scare away wild animals

• To signal the end of the workday

Which type of holler is used to convey a message like 'good morning'?

• Expressive

• Commutative

• Distress

• Functional

In what year was the first National Hollering Contest held?

• 1965

• 1975

• 1969

• 1980

What was the original purpose of starting the National Hollering Contest?

• To preserve cultural heritage

• To create a new form of entertainment

• To promote local tourism

• To raise funds for the local fire department

What is the main goal of the Worldwide Hollering Festival?

• To modernize the art of hollering

• To preserve and keep the tradition of hollering alive

• To introduce new types of hollers

• To compete with other festivals