. What does Reading 4.2 (Homer, Odyssey, Book 9) tell us about the Greek views on civilization?
What will be an ideal response?
In this excerpt we see a contrast between Greek civilization and non-Greek barbarism. Polyphemus, the terrible Cyclops, lives in a cave by himself and does not reverence the gods. In addition, he fails to provide hospitality to his guests and instead eats them. This shows some of the general Greek views regarding other cultures.
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The standard Dixieland style of jazz developed from
a. ragtime pianists imitating gospel singers. b. small bands trying to sound like larger bands. c. Creole musicians adding elements of classical music to jazz. d. adapting marching band music to the piano.
Which composition would have been used for an organ Mass?
a. Fiori musicali b. "Rosary" Sonatas c. L'estro armonico d. Missa Salisburgensis
Mozart was highly successful in composing
a. operas b. chamber music c. symphonies d. concertos e. All of these choices
Who is credited for having coined the term "Platonic love"?
a. Marsilio Ficino b. Sandro Botticelli c. Heinrich Isaac d. Pico della Mirandola