A) Strict discipline B) Effective communication C) Physical strength D) Musical virtuosity
A) Always 9 AM to 5 PM B) Never longer than 1 hour C) Varies based on competition schedule D) Only on weekends
A) Ignore minor infractions B) Address privately and constructively C) Immediately suspend the student D) Publicly humiliate the offender
A) Assist with instruction and morale B) Only responsible for their own performance C) Replace the director entirely D) Dictate all musical interpretations
A) Ignoring individual achievements B) Positive reinforcement and achievable goals C) Constant criticism D) Threats of punishment
A) Personalized marching coordinates B) The director's private journal C) Sheet music for the entire season D) A book of band jokes
A) Polishing instruments B) Tuning instruments C) Deciding on the show theme D) Arranging band members in a visual shape
A) Only focusing on advanced students B) Progressive skill building and repetition C) Ignoring individual weaknesses D) Assuming everyone knows how to march
A) Identify areas for improvement in marching B) To ignore visual performance entirely C) To assign blame for mistakes D) To publicly embarrass students
A) Ignore student input entirely B) Always select the most difficult music available C) Choose only the director's personal favorites D) Consider band skill, audience appeal, and visual potential
A) Only practicing right before performances B) Ignoring tuning problems C) Relying solely on individual practice D) Consistent sectional and full band rehearsals
A) Allow parents to dictate decisions B) Encourage supportive participation C) Ignore parent concerns D) Completely exclude parents from activities
A) Play the loudest instrument B) Conduct the band and provide visual leadership C) Dictate all aspects of the show D) Only responsible for keeping time
A) Prioritize essential needs and fundraise effectively B) Ignore financial issues C) Spend all the money immediately D) Rely solely on school funding
A) Musical phrases B) Only interesting visuals C) Random movement D) Ignoring the music
A) Only when students complain B) Regularly to avoid fatigue and injury C) Never, to maximize practice time D) Whenever the director feels like it
A) A specific style of marching band show design B) Never using props C) Always using the same uniforms D) Playing only classical music
A) Ignore the conflict and hope it resolves itself B) Publicly shame those involved C) Mediate fairly and find a resolution D) Take sides without investigating
A) Confuse the opposing team B) Showcase the director's talent C) Entertain the crowd and energize the team D) Only perform for the band's benefit
A) Isolate individual members B) Ignore social dynamics C) Encourage collaboration and mutual respect D) Foster competition and rivalry
A) To identify areas for growth after an assessment or performance B) To publicly criticize the band C) To assign blame for mistakes D) To ignore performance quality
A) Take all criticism personally B) Objectively consider the feedback and make improvements C) Argue with the critics D) Ignore all criticism
A) Hiding information from the band B) Relying solely on word-of-mouth C) Use multiple methods like email, websites and announcements D) Never communicating any details
A) Assuming students will be careful B) Prioritizing performance over safety C) Establish clear safety protocols and enforce them consistently D) Ignoring potential hazards
A) Prepares students for future roles inside and outside of the band B) Leadership is innate and cannot be taught C) It is not important D) Only the director should have leadership skills
A) Enforce strict rules and punishment. B) Ignore social dynamics and focus solely on performance. C) Allow cliques and exclusion to thrive. D) Promote inclusivity, respect, and shared goals.
A) Unimportant B) Only important for the drum majors C) The school is responsible for cleaning everything. D) Very important, to maintain a professional image
A) Switching instruments frequently B) Consistent work on tone quality and intonation. C) Ignoring tuning problems D) Just playing louder
A) Warming up is a waste of time B) Only necessary in cold weather C) To prevent injuries and prepare the body and mind for activity. D) It's not important
A) Solicit student input and give them responsibilities B) Ignore student suggestions C) Only focus on the director's vision D) Dictate every aspect of the program |