Which cultural movement, originating in the Bronx in the 1970s, is characterized by the four pillars of MCing, DJing, breaking, and graffiti?
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Hip-hop
Hip-hop originated in the Bronx during the 1970s and is built on four pillars: DJing, MCing, breakdancing, and graffiti art. It began at neighborhood block parties where DJs would loop the 'break' of a record to keep the dance floor moving.
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