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Question #1

In Fair Phyllis, the first text line is sung:

A. polyphonically

B. heterophonically

C. monophonically

D. contrapuntally

Question #2

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

A. word painting

B. counterpoint

C. word painting

D. melisma

Question #3

What performance style is heard in this excerpt?

A. aria

B. a cappella

C. da capo

D. recitative

Question #4

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

A. bass

B. tenor

C. soprano

D. alto

Question #5

The rhythm of this excerpt is best described as:

A. lullaby

B. marchlike

C. none of these

D. dancelike

Question #6

This work was meant for:

A. concert hall performances

B. church performance

C. amateur performance

D. professional court performances