Which Japanese practice does NOT have origins in Chinese culture?

A. written kana
B. kirakane cut-gold leaf technique
C. joined-block construction
D. illustrated handscrolls


Answer: C. joined-block construction

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An important event during the Renaissance was the development of printing from

movable type.

a. true b. false

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To compose in the moment of performance is called

A. interpretation. B. composition. C. improvisation. D. arranging.

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What major developments, as heard in the ars nova style, set Western music on a new path during the late-Middle Ages?A) Measured rhythmsB) Incorporation of secular styles into sacred worksC) Change from monophony to polyphonyD) Rhythms that were dependent on text

What will be an ideal response?

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Haiku reached an apex with such poems as this one by Basho Matsuo: "First rain of winter—/the monkey too seems to want/a little straw raincoat."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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