Classical Quiz

What was the movement that was the inspiration of the classical era?

• Neoclassicism

• Romanism

• Romanticism

• Modernism

Which period did the classical era come after?

• Medieval

• Renaissance

• Baroque

• Romantic

How did the complexity of music compare to the baroque era?

• Music was more complex

• Music was simpler

• Music was the same

• Music completely changed

Which melodic style became prevalent in the classical era?

• Monophony

• Polophony

• Homophony

• Antiphony

What is homophony?

• A single melodic line

• Multiple melodic lines

• A single melodic line with accompaniment

• Multiple melodic lines that are the same

Which descriptor fits for classical era music?

• Extravagent

• Grandiose

• Powerful

• Elegant

What was the purpose of composers adding more notation to their music?

• To dictate how musicians should play

• To make the music cleaner

• To make the music more complex

• To confuse musicians

What became the most used keyboard instrument during the classical era?

• Harpsichord

• Organ

• Xylophone

• Piano

What is equal temperament?

• A tuning method making instruments have similar pitches

• A tuning method that changed the tone of an instrument

• A tuning method that allowed for greater dynamics in music

• A tuning method that allowed instruments to play faster

Which of the following is a classical era composer?

• Bach

• Monteverdi

• Beethoven

• Chopin