20th Century and Beyond Opera: Masterpieces from Britten, Stravinsky, and Glass

Question 1

Which characteristic is NOT commonly associated with 20th-century opera?

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Strict adherence to traditional operatic forms

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Tonal experimentation

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Incorporation of multimedia and technology

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Exploration of contemporary social and political themes

Question 2

Which characteristic is a defining feature of 20th-century opera?

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Exploration of extended vocal techniques

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Preservation of traditional operatic forms

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Rejection of multimedia elements

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Strict adherence to tonality

Question 3

Which characteristic is a defining feature of 20th-century opera?

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Novel dramatic themes

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Traditional tonal harmony

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Bel canto vocal techniques

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Chamber-scale operas

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of 20th-century opera?

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Pre-recorded sound effects

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Atonality and serialism

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New dramatic themes and narratives

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Electronic and multimedia elements

Question 5

Which of the following composers is widely recognized for their pioneering work in minimalist music, characterized by repetitive structures and extended durations?

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Philip Glass

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Arnold Schoenberg

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Benjamin Britten

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Igor Stravinsky

Question 6

Contemporary opera frequently incorporates experimental techniques. Which of the following involves the utilization of everyday objects as musical instruments?

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Found sound

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Serialism

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Aleatoricism

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Recitative

Question 7

Igor Stravinsky's opera 'The Rake's Progress' exemplifies which musical style?

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Neoclassicism

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Expressionism

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Verismo

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Romanticism

Question 8

The integration of electronic and amplified instruments into opera is a defining characteristic of which type of opera?

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Electronic opera

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Romantic opera

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Traditional opera

Question 9

Philip Glass's opera 'Einstein on the Beach' is renowned for its distinctive characteristics. Which of the following best describes its musical style?

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Minimalist style and extended durations

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Use of serialist techniques

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Traditional operatic arias and choruses

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Complex harmonies and orchestral arrangements

Question 10

哪項不是電子歌劇的特點?

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傳統形式與旋律的重視

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非傳統主題的探索

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實驗性技巧的使用

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與其他藝術形式的合作

Question 11

下列哪一位作曲家與新古典主義風格有關?

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史特拉汶斯基

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葛拉斯

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荀貝格

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布瑞頓

Question 12

Which composer is renowned for their pioneering use of atonality in opera?

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Arnold Schoenberg

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Philip Glass

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Igor Stravinsky

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Benjamin Britten

Question 13

What was a defining characteristic of the verismo movement in opera?

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Emphasis on realism and portrayal of everyday life

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Use of elaborate sets and costumes

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Influence of jazz and popular music

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Exploration of mythological themes

Question 14

Which opera is recognized as a notable work of minimalist music?

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Einstein on the Beach

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Wozzeck

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Turn of the Screw

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Don Giovanni

Question 15

What technological advancement had a significant impact on opera in the 20th century?

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The introduction of sound recording

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The use of digital projection

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The invention of the synthesizer

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The development of the grand piano

Question 16

Which composer is associated with the Italian opera tradition known as bel canto?

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Vincenzo Bellini

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Carl Orff

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Richard Strauss

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Leonard Bernstein

Question 17

What is a defining feature of the recitative style commonly used in opera?

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Rapid and declamatory singing

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Polyphonic texture

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Use of complex harmonies

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Melismatic ornamentation

Question 18

Which central theme is explored in Benjamin Britten's opera "Peter Grimes"?

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Isolation and themes of social alienation

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The supernatural and the seafaring life

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Love and romantic relationships

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Historical events and figures

Question 19

What innovative musical style did Igor Stravinsky introduce in his opera "The Rake's Progress"?

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Incorporation of a neoclassical musical style

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Development of a new vocal technique

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Integration of folk melodies

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Exploration of serialism

Question 20

Which defining characteristic is associated with contemporary opera?

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Exploration of experimental and interdisciplinary elements

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Focus on historical题材

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Adherence to traditional forms and conventions

Question 21

What is a significant cultural impact of opera in the 20th century?

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Influence on other art forms and popular culture

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Limited audience reach

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Decline in popularity

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Exclusion from major opera houses

Question 22

Which composer is known for his opera "Peter Grimes", which explores themes of social isolation and ostracism?

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Benjamin Britten

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Igor Stravinsky

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Richard Strauss

Question 23

Stravinsky's opera "The Rake's Progress" is notable for its use of which musical style?

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Neoclassicism

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Atonalism

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Serialism

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Minimalism

Question 24

The influence of Asian theater on modern opera is often seen through the use of:

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Minimalist aesthetics and symbolic gestures

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Realist stage design and costumes

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Traditional Western instrumentation

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Extended vocal ranges and complex harmonies

Question 25

What does the term "Gesamtkunstwerk", as popularized by Wagner, refer to in opera?

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The integration of all art forms into a unified experience

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The dominance of music over dramatic elements

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The use of historical and mythological themes

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of modern and contemporary opera?

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Strict adherence to traditional operatic forms

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Collaboration with other art forms

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Incorporation of multimedia elements

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Exploration of new musical languages and techniques

Question 27

The rise of feminist and LGBTQ+ perspectives in the 21st century has led to a renewed focus on what aspect of opera?

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Gender roles and representation

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Stage design and visual aesthetics

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Musical complexity and harmonic structure

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Historical significance and cultural relevance