What was the most vexing question for symphony composers during the late nineteenth century?
a. Whether to write a programmatic or absolute work.
b. What size of orchestra to use.
c. Key relationships.
d. Whether or not to make a break between movements.
a
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Monteverdi displayed the talent that all great opera composers share, which is the ability to
a. compose a rousing finale so that everyone applauds. b. capture and reflect the feelings of the human soul. c. find very loud singers who can project over the orchestra. d. sing all of the vocal parts in every range that he has written.
The Iconoclastic Controversy took place in the
a. 6th century. b. 7th century. c. 8th century. d. 9th century.
What characteristic of Art Nouveau can be seen in Castel Beranger?
a) a motif of organic growth in abstract plant forms b) a clear, rational structural framework c) underlying symbolism and spiritual meaning d) an arbitrary use of color for emotional impact
What does Masaccio demonstrate with the particular location of the vanishing point in The Tribute Money?
a. The vanishing point is behind the architecture, which was also paid for by the patron, and is featured in the painting as homage to the wealth of the city. b. The vanishing point is behind Saint Peter, linking Christianity to the hierarchy of the papacy. c. The vanishing point is behind the head of Christ, directing the viewer's gaze to the most important part of the work. d. The vanishing point is out of view, suggesting the message is beyond the comprehension of humanity.