The text states that American popular music acquired a distinct identity only when it began to
synthesize European and New England musical traditions.
a. True
b. False
F
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According to the notes, there are three requirements for ____________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The Sumerians were the first to develop
a) writing. b) painting. c) knives. d) weaving.
Which statement does not describe the melodic style of the Romantic period?
a. phrases extend beyond the symmetrical units of Classical period melodies b. many melodies have been turned into popular songs c. melodies tend to be vocal in conception, more singable d. tend to start haltingly and then build to a grandiose climax e. themes emphasize angularity through disjunct and chromatic movement
Because the plots of melodramas were fairly predictable, variety was achieved through what?
a. Exotic locales b. Complete realism c. Dramatizing classic plays d. Extravagant costumes