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Question #1

In Fair Phyllis, the first text line is sung:

A. polyphonically

B. contrapuntally

C. heterophonically

D. monophonically

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. da capo

B. recitative

C. a cappella

D. aria

Question #4

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

A. tenor

B. alto

C. bass

D. soprano

Question #5

The rhythm of this excerpt is best described as:

A. lullaby

B. dancelike

C. none of these

D. marchlike

Question #6

This work was meant for:

A. professional court performances

B. church performance

C. concert hall performances

D. amateur performance