Haydn, Mozart, and others liked to use the rondo form in the finale of symphonies and other multimovement works because rondos __________
a) are jaunty and bright, and their principal melodies are often quite catchy
b) allow the symphony to slowly wind down to a serene conclusion
c) are very complex and demonstrated the composer's skill
d) are the only acceptable form for the finale
a
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following is true about acting in the early nineteenth century?
a. In America actors had to work for the Theatrical Syndicate. b. Some actors experimented with Method acting. c. Star actors toured alone and performed with local companies. d. Women gave up performing male characters.
Of Bernini's Ecstasy of Saint Teresa, it is correct to say that it was
A. located inside a church chapel. B. executed in marble, stucco, and gilded wood. C. based on the visions of the saint. D. All these answers are correct.
Using a historical incident, suggest episodic and climactic plays that might be derived from the events. For instance, a playwright who wanted to write a climactic play based on the life of John F. Kennedy might focus on the Cuban missile crisis, and the way that the subject was treated would be influenced by the structure. What other parts of Kennedy's life might the playwright choose? If he or she wanted to write an episodic play of the same incident, how would it change? What could be shown more easily in an episodic structure? In a climactic structure?
What will be an ideal response?