What writings were "discovered" by Europe's scholars through Arabic translations and commentaries, prompting an intellectual revival in medieval schools and universities?
a. Aristotle's natural philosophy
b. the Dead Sea scrolls
c. the Books of Moses
d. Plato's dialogues
Answer: a
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Medieval music-drama originated with the
A. use of musical instruments. B. study of Greek tragedy. C. embellishment of the Mass. D. expansion of troubadour poetry.
The core instruments of Baroque music are
A) recorder, drums and harp B) harpsichord and strings C) piano and strings D) sackbut, crumhorn and viols E) Trumpets, cymbals and bells
Constantine was the first to legalize the Christian Church in Rome
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
During the late Middle Ages, the church believed that music during religious services should be ________.
A. banned entirely B. used only with wind instruments C. performed by as many musical instruments as possible D. used only as a discreet accompaniment