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Question 1 (30) 1.1 List two ways in which music is incorporated into our
daily lives. Support with relevant activities. (4)
Question 1.1: List ways in which music is incorporated into
our daily lives. Support with relevant activities. (30 marks)
Music is an integral part of human life and is incorporated into our daily routines in numerous
ways. It influences our emotions, behaviors, social activities, and cultural practices. Below are
several ways in which music appears in everyday life, supported by relevant activities:
1. Entertainment and Leisure
Listening to music on the radio, streaming apps (Spotify, Apple Music), or watching
music videos on TV or YouTube.
Example: Playing music while relaxing at home or watching a musical film.
2. Celebrations and Ceremonies
Music is essential in weddings, birthdays, funerals, and religious ceremonies.
Example: Traditional songs at African weddings or hymns during a funeral service.
3. Religious and Spiritual Life
Used in worship, prayer, and meditation across many faiths.
Example: Gospel music during Sunday church service or chanting in a mosque or
temple.
4. Cultural Identity and Expression
Music helps express and preserve cultural traditions and heritage.
Example: Traditional Zulu dances accompanied by drums, or Xhosa songs sung at
initiation ceremonies.
5. Motivation and Mood Regulation
People use music to uplift their mood, relax, or energize themselves.
Example: Listening to upbeat music while exercising or calming music when studying or
falling asleep.