Musically heightened speech that either reports dramatic action or advances the
plot is called __________. It often makes use of rapidly repeating notes that
conclude with one or two long notes at the end of a phrase and is typically
accompanied only by the basso continuo.
a. ritornello
b. aria
c. libretto
d. recitative
e. cantata
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a. True b. False
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a. black-power lyrics and reggae drum beat b. toasting and ganja-induced harmonies c. black-power lyrics and freer bass lines d. freer bass lines and toasting
Racine's Phaedra added to the theater the element of
a. suspense. b. sexuality. c. the inner life. d. alienation. e. satire.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)