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Question #1

In Fair Phyllis, the first text line is sung:

A. polyphonically

B. monophonically

C. contrapuntally

D. heterophonically

Question #2

In this work, the music is meant to reflect the literal meaning of the words being sung, a technique known as:

A. melisma

B. word painting

C. counterpoint

D. word painting

Question #3

What performance style is heard in this excerpt?

A. aria

B. da capo

C. a cappella

D. recitative

Question #4

The vocal range of the singer who begins the piece alone is best described as:

A. soprano

B. tenor

C. bass

D. alto

Question #5

The rhythm of this excerpt is best described as:

A. dancelike

B. none of these

C. marchlike

D. lullaby

Question #6

This work was meant for:

A. professional court performances

B. amateur performance

C. concert hall performances

D. church performance