Irish Music and Video Games Quiz

What is the term used for music associated with a specific country or region?

• Classical music

• Pop music

• Jazz music

• Folk music

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Irish folk music?

• It is commonly known as Celtic music.

• It includes energetic tunes like reels and jigs.

• It is identical to English folk music.

• It has been around for hundreds of years.

Which video game series features music inspired by the Irish band Altan?

• The Legend of Zelda

• World of Warcraft

• Final Fantasy

• Chrono Cross

In The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, which two Irish instruments are featured?

• Accordion and Banjo

• Harp and Fiddle

• Fiddle and Tin Whistle

• Harp and Bodhrán

What is the Irish term for a traditional harp?

• Tin Whistle

• Fado

• Clàrsach

• Bodhrán

Which game features the Irish hand drum Bodhrán in its opening?

• World of Warcraft

• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

• Chrono Cross

• Final Fantasy

Who was the first female musician to conduct at the Academy Awards?

• Celtic Woman

• Branna Laurelin

• Enya

• Eímear Noone

Which famous Irish ballad is featured in the game Bioshock?

• The Fields of Athenry

• The Wild Rover

• Danny Boy

• Molly Malone

What is the original tune that 'Danny Boy' is based on?

• The Parting Glass

• Whiskey in the Jar

• Londonderry Air

• Galway Girl

Which famous singer has NOT performed 'Danny Boy'?

• Elvis Presley

• John Lennon

• Celtic Woman

• Taylor Swift