MUSIC IN ANCIENT GREECE

What inspired the ancient Greeks to create art and music?

• Philosophers

• Muses

• Gods of war

• Architects

According to ancient Greek beliefs, who created musical instruments?

• Skilled craftsmen

• Humans

• Musicians

• Gods

Which of the following events included music and dance competitions?

• Weddings

• Funerals

• Olympic Games

• Conferences

The theory that different melodies and scales can influence human behaviour is known as

• Mythos theory

• Ethos theory

• Logos theory

• Pathos theory

Why did ancient Greek philosophers and politicians advocate for musical education?

• To promote physical fitness

• To train skilled musicians

• To create good citizens

• To improve social relationships

How many special scales, or modes, were used to compose melodies in ancient Greek music?

• Four

• Two

• Five

• Three

How did the ancient Greeks represent musical notes in their writing system?

• With symbols resembling animals

• Using an alphabetical system

• Using numerical values

• Using geometric shapes

Which notes did each mode begin with in ancient Greek music?

• A B C D (La Si Do Re)

• E D C B (Mi Re Do Si)

• F G A B (Fa Sol La Si)

• C D E F (Do Re Mi Fa)

How would you describe the melodic structure of ancient Greek melodies?

• Very complicated

• Very decorated

• Simple with small intervals

• Dissonant and experimental

What was the origin of rhythm in ancient Greek music?

• Celestial movements

• Nature sounds

• Mathematical equations

• Poetry