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Question #1

In Fair Phyllis, the first text line is sung:

A. polyphonically

B. contrapuntally

C. monophonically

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. word painting

D. counterpoint

Question #3

What performance style is heard in this excerpt?

A. a cappella

B. recitative

C. aria

D. da capo

Question #4

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

A. soprano

B. alto

C. tenor

D. bass

Question #5

The rhythm of this excerpt is best described as:

A. lullaby

B. none of these

C. dancelike

D. marchlike

Question #6

This work was meant for:

A. church performance

B. amateur performance

C. professional court performances

D. concert hall performances