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In the context of the Program Notes within the Presenting Music component, what should be central to their structure? a) Anecdotal information b) Musical history c) AOIs d) List of instruments used

In the Theme and Variations form, each variation usually…A) Changes the keyB) Retains some characteristics of the themeC) Completely alters the original themeD) Repeats the theme without changes

What is the structure of a typical sonata form?A) A-BB) A-B-A-C-AC) Exposition – Development – RecapitulationD) A-B-A

Why did Rastafarianism, the movement with which reggae music was eventually associated, first develop?

In the context of modulation, what does “to a neighbor key” mean?A) Modulating to a random keyB) Modulating to a key with a similar key signatureC) Modulating to the relative minorD) Modulating to a distant key

Complete the following statement with the correct choice below. Rhythm is essential to the Rastafarian reggae tradition and is a metaphor for the idea of resistance in the lyrics. The reggae term riddim is derived from the English word “rhythm”; however, its meaning extends beyond the main beat—and beyond the emphasis on the____________

What is the primary objective of the Exploring Music in Context component? a) Perfecting instrumental skills b) Exploring music from a variety of sources and backgrounds c) Developing solo performances d) Composing music for large orchestras

Which of the following best describes the role of a “cantus firmus” in traditional counterpoint? A) A repeating bass line that provides harmonic foundation. B) A borrowed melody from a pre-existing chant. C) A fast-moving decorative melody. D) A fixed, pre-existing melody around which other voices are composed.

According to the report, Global Health Risks: Mortality and burden of disease attributed to selected major risks, there are 5 environmental exposures that account for nearly 10% of disease and deaths globally.  Which is NOT one of the 5?

What term refers to the change from one key to another within a piece of music?A) VariationB) TransitionC) ModulationD) Development