Monophony: The Basics of Single Melody Music

Question 1

Which of the following is a characteristic of Gregorian chant?

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Melismatic style

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Use of harmony

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Regular rhythmic patterns

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Accompaniment by instruments

Question 2

What is the primary function of drones in monophonic music?

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To create a sense of atmosphere

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To add harmonic depth

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To emphasize rhythmic patterns

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To provide a melodic foundation

Question 3

In which historical context was monophonic music NOT prevalent?

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Renaissance polyphony

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Medieval Gregorian chant

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Baroque opera

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Traditional folk songs

Question 4

Which instrument is commonly used to play monophonic melodies in traditional English folk music?

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Bagpipes

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Violin

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Piano

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Drums

Question 5

Which musical symbol is used to represent a single note in monophonic notation?

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Notehead

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Stem

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Beam

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Ledger line

Question 6

Which musical era marked the transition from monophony to the widespread use of polyphony?

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Renaissance

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Medieval

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Baroque

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Classical

Question 7

What is a descant in music?

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A second melody added to an existing monophonic melody

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A type of monophonic folk song

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A musical instrument used for monophony

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A vocal technique for singing monophonic melodies

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of the melody in monophonic music?

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To convey a musical idea

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To support the rhythm

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To create a sense of harmony

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To accompany other instruments

Question 9

How does monophony differ from polyphony?

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Monophony has one melody, while polyphony has multiple melodies.

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Monophony is written down, while polyphony is improvised.

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Monophony uses harmony, while polyphony does not.

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Monophony is found in pop music, while polyphony is found in classical music.

Question 10

During which historical era was monophonic music particularly prevalent?

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Medieval

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Renaissance

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Baroque

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Romantic

Question 11

Which skill is NOT essential for successful monophonic singing?

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Effective use of vibrato

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Strong melodic control

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Accurate pitch

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Clear diction

Question 12

Which of the following is the correct definition of monophony?

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Music with a single melody line

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Music with multiple melodies played at the same time

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Music with no clear melody line

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Music played by a group of singers or musicians

Question 13

Which musical style is Gregorian chant an example of?

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Monophony

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Polyphony

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Homophony

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Heterophony

Question 14

What is a main challenge for performers of monophonic music?

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Keeping the melody interesting

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Matching the rhythm exactly

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Balancing multiple parts

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Playing very quickly

Question 15

How does monophony differ from homophony?

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Homophony emphasizes harmony, while monophony focuses on melody.

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Monophony uses multiple melodies, while homophony uses a single melody.

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Monophony is typically sung, while homophony is played on instruments.

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There is no difference between monophony and homophony.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a common texture found in monophonic music?

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Harmony

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Unison

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Drone

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Octave

Question 17

How does monophony differ from homophony?

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Monophony has one melody, while homophony has multiple melodies.

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Monophony is solely used for vocal music.

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Monophony is more complex than homophony.

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Monophony and homophony are essentially the same.

Question 18

Which scale is commonly used in monophonic melodies?

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Pentatonic scale

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Chromatic scale

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Major scale

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Minor scale

Question 19

How does monophony differ from polyphony?

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Polyphony has multiple melodies, while monophony has one

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Polyphony has a simpler texture than monophony

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Polyphony is typically slower in tempo than monophony

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Polyphony doesn't use harmony, while monophony does

Question 20

Which of these is an example of a non-Western monophonic music form?

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Qawwali

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Gregorian chant

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Opera

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Symphony

Question 21

During which historical period was monophonic plainchant widely used?

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Middle Ages

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Renaissance

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Classical era

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Baroque period

Question 22

What is the purpose of ornamentation in monophonic music?

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Enhance melodic interest and expressiveness

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Conceal melodic weaknesses

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Create a polyphonic effect

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Provide rhythmic drive

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Indian classical music?

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Polyphonic textures

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Monophonic melodies

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Use of drones

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Emphasis on improvisation

Question 24

What is the main distinction between monophonic and polyphonic music?

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Number of melodic lines

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Presence of harmony

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Tempo

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Instrumentation

Question 25

Which of these instruments is typically used to play monophonic melodies?

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Recorder

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Piano

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Violin

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Drums

Question 26

Monophonic texture is characterized by:

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A single melodic line without accompaniment

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Multiple melodic lines played simultaneously

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A combination of melody and harmony

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A complex rhythmic structure

Question 27

What musical term describes the shape and movement of a melody?

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Contour

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Rhythm

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Tempo

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Pitch

Question 28

Which technique adds embellishments and variations to monophonic melodies?

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Ornamentation

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Counterpoint

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Harmonic progression

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Syncopation

Question 29

What is the purpose of a drone in monophonic music?

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To sustain a constant background

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To create harmony

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To add tension and release

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To imitate natural sounds

Question 30

How does monophony contribute to the texture of a piece of music?

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It provides clarity and simplicity.

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It adds complexity and depth.

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It supports other instruments.

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It creates a sense of movement and energy.

Question 31

Which of these is an example of monophonic music?

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Gregorian chant

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Beethoven's Symphony No. 5

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Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 5

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The Beatles' "Hey Jude"

Question 32

Why is monophony considered significant in the development of Western music?

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It provided the foundation for polyphonic music.

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It was the only music used in religious ceremonies.

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It was never very popular and had little influence.

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It was only used to accompany plays and dances.

Question 33

What is a descant in monophonic music?

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A second melody added on top of the main melody

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A harmony added underneath the main melody

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A rhythmic pattern played alongside the main melody

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A drone that accompanies the main melody

Question 34

True or False: Monophonic music is always slow and serious.

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False

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True

Question 35

Identify the characteristic that defines monophonic music:

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A single melody line

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Multiple melody lines woven together

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Complex harmonies

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Polyphonic textures

Question 36

In which culture did the earliest known examples of monophonic music originate?

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Ancient Egypt

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Medieval Europe

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Renaissance Italy

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Baroque England

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of using a drone in monophonic music?

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To create a steady foundation and sense of stability

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To add rhythmic variety

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To contrast with the main melody

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To mimic sounds from the natural world

Question 38

Which of these textures is NOT a type of monophony?

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Polyphonic

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Homophonic

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Melodic

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Rhythmic

Question 39

Identify the monophonic folk song from the options:

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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

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Amazing Grace

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Ode to Joy

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Clair de Lune

Question 40

In what way is monophony still relevant in contemporary music?

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It continues to be used in traditional and folk music styles.

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It has been completely replaced by more complex textures.

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It is only used in experimental music.

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Monophony is no longer of any musical relevance.

Question 41

What is the term for music that features independent melodies played simultaneously?

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Polyphony

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Homophony

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Heterophony

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Monophony

Question 42

What was the primary role of monophony in Gregorian chant?

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To convey religious texts

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To provide rhythmic support

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To add melodic ornamentation

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To create a sense of grandeur

Question 43

How does monophony contribute to creating a sense of unity and cohesion in music?

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By providing a clear and focused melodic line

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By contrasting different melodies

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By using a wide range of harmonies

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By relying on complex rhythms

Question 44

How can you identify monophony from a musical score?

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It has a single melodic line

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It uses only one staff

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It is written in a slow tempo

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It has no accidentals

Question 45

Which of these musical examples best illustrates monophony?

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A single person singing a folk song.

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A choir singing a hymn.

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A string quartet playing a classical piece.

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A piano playing a melody with accompanying chords.

Question 46

Which historical period is NOT known for its prominent use of monophony?

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The Baroque period.

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Early Renaissance music.

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The Medieval period.

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The Gregorian Chant era.

Question 47

What is the primary instrument used in a traditional Scottish bagpipe performance?

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The chanter.

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The bellows.

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The drone.

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The bag.

Question 48

Which of these musical genres is MOST likely to feature monophony?

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Traditional folk music.

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Pop music.

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Classical symphony.

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Jazz music.

Question 49

You are listening to a piece of music. You notice a single melody played by a solo instrument. Which of these terms best describes the texture of the music?

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Monophony.

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Polyphony.

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Heterophony.

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Homophony.

Question 50

In a piece of monophonic music, how many distinct melodies are present at the same time?

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One.

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Three or more.

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Two.

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It depends on the specific piece.

Question 51

What is the significance of Gregorian Chant in the history of monophony?

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It is an important example of monophonic music from the Medieval period.

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It was primarily used in secular music.

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It introduced the use of polyphony to Western music.

Question 52

Which of these instruments is typically used to perform solo improvisations in traditional Indian classical music?

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Sitar.

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Veena.

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Tabla.

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Sarod.

Question 53

Which of these musical styles commonly features monophonic melodies sung or played in unison?

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Traditional work songs.

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Jazz fusion.

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Pop rock.

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Opera.

Question 54

You are listening to a piece of music where a single melody is played by a group of instruments, all playing the same notes together. This texture can be described as:

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Unison monophony.

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Heterophonic.

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Homophonic.

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Polyphonic.