A) Strict discipline B) Musical virtuosity C) Effective communication D) Physical strength
A) Only on weekends B) Varies based on competition schedule C) Never longer than 1 hour D) Always 9 AM to 5 PM
A) Publicly humiliate the offender B) Address privately and constructively C) Immediately suspend the student D) Ignore minor infractions
A) Replace the director entirely B) Only responsible for their own performance C) Assist with instruction and morale D) Dictate all musical interpretations
A) Threats of punishment B) Constant criticism C) Positive reinforcement and achievable goals D) Ignoring individual achievements
A) A book of band jokes B) Personalized marching coordinates C) Sheet music for the entire season D) The director's private journal
A) Polishing instruments B) Tuning instruments C) Deciding on the show theme D) Arranging band members in a visual shape
A) Progressive skill building and repetition B) Ignoring individual weaknesses C) Only focusing on advanced students D) Assuming everyone knows how to march
A) To ignore visual performance entirely B) To publicly embarrass students C) To assign blame for mistakes D) Identify areas for improvement in marching
A) Always select the most difficult music available B) Choose only the director's personal favorites C) Consider band skill, audience appeal, and visual potential D) Ignore student input entirely
A) Relying solely on individual practice B) Only practicing right before performances C) Consistent sectional and full band rehearsals D) Ignoring tuning problems
A) Completely exclude parents from activities B) Ignore parent concerns C) Encourage supportive participation D) Allow parents to dictate decisions
A) Dictate all aspects of the show B) Only responsible for keeping time C) Play the loudest instrument D) Conduct the band and provide visual leadership
A) Rely solely on school funding B) Spend all the money immediately C) Prioritize essential needs and fundraise effectively D) Ignore financial issues
A) Random movement B) Ignoring the music C) Musical phrases D) Only interesting visuals
A) Whenever the director feels like it B) Only when students complain C) Never, to maximize practice time D) Regularly to avoid fatigue and injury
A) Never using props B) Always using the same uniforms C) A specific style of marching band show design 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) Only perform for the band's benefit B) Showcase the director's talent C) Confuse the opposing team D) Entertain the crowd and energize the team
A) Ignore social dynamics B) Encourage collaboration and mutual respect C) Isolate individual members D) Foster competition and rivalry
A) To ignore performance quality B) To publicly criticize the band C) To assign blame for mistakes D) To identify areas for growth after an assessment or performance
A) Objectively consider the feedback and make improvements B) Ignore all criticism C) Argue with the critics D) Take all criticism personally
A) Hiding information from the band B) Never communicating any details C) Relying solely on word-of-mouth D) Use multiple methods like email, websites and announcements
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) It is not important B) Leadership is innate and cannot be taught C) Prepares students for future roles inside and outside of the band D) Only the director should have leadership skills
A) Ignore social dynamics and focus solely on performance. B) Promote inclusivity, respect, and shared goals. C) Allow cliques and exclusion to thrive. D) Enforce strict rules and punishment.
A) The school is responsible for cleaning everything. B) Very important, to maintain a professional image C) Only important for the drum majors D) Unimportant
A) Ignoring tuning problems B) Consistent work on tone quality and intonation. C) Just playing louder D) Switching instruments frequently
A) Warming up is a waste of time B) It's not important C) To prevent injuries and prepare the body and mind for activity. D) Only necessary in cold weather
A) Ignore student suggestions B) Dictate every aspect of the program C) Only focus on the director's vision D) Solicit student input and give them responsibilities |