What is the function and musical style of the African-American work song?
What will be an ideal response?
• The function of the group work song is to coordinate the workers' efforts and take their minds off the hard work.
• The chief distinguishing musical feature of the group work song is the call-and–response vocal organization: a leader sings the "call," which is answered by the group's response.
• Other musical features include blue notes, syncopation, and improvised lyrics.
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Which is NOT true of Harald Bluetooth's rune stone?
a. It is at Jelling. b. It was raised in the 10th century. c. It has interlace designs. d. It celebrates Harald's conversion. e. It is Norwegian.
Nails are driven into this object to
a) activate its power to attack wrongdoers through spirit agents. b) kill the evil spirits collected into its hollowed body. c) increase its virility as an aid for male fertility. d) simulate the hide of wild animals, imparting their strength to the tribal priest who holds the figure.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)