Music in the Early Middle Ages

What was the primary cultural influence on music during the Early Middle Ages?

• The church

• The monarchy

• The common people

• The merchants

Answer explanation

During the Early Middle Ages, the primary cultural influence on music was the church, which played a significant role in shaping musical compositions and practices.

Where did the primitive notation of music begin during the Early Middle Ages?

• France

• Germany

• Italy

• Spain

Answer explanation

The primitive notation of music began in Italy during the Early Middle Ages.

What type of music was primarily used in the church during the Early Middle Ages?

• Polyphony

• Monophony

• Homophony

• Heterophony

Answer explanation

During the Early Middle Ages, monophony was primarily used in church music, where a single melodic line was sung without accompaniment or harmony.

What was the language of the text set to the music in the church during the Early Middle Ages?

• Greek

• Hebrew

• Latin

• English

Answer explanation

During the Early Middle Ages, the language of the text set to music in the church was Latin, making it the correct choice.

What was the influence outside of the church on music during the Early Middle Ages?

• Monarchy

• Feudalism

• Democracy

• Capitalism

Answer explanation

Feudalism had a significant influence outside of the church on music during the Early Middle Ages, shaping the patronage system and the development of secular music.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Catholic Mass music?

• Kyrie

• Gloria

• Credo

• Sonata

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Sonata' because it is not a part of the Catholic Mass music, unlike Kyrie, Gloria, and Credo which are commonly included in the Mass.

What type of music is described as non-religious and often used for dancing and entertainment?

• Sacred music

• Secular music

• Gregorian chant

• Hymns

Answer explanation

Secular music is described as non-religious and often used for dancing and entertainment, making it the correct choice.

Which of the following instruments was NOT typically used in secular music during the Early Middle Ages?

• Lutes

• Mandolins

• Organs

• Fifes

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Organs' because they were not typically used in secular music during the Early Middle Ages, unlike lutes, mandolins, and fifes.

What is the term for wandering scholars who performed secular music during the Early Middle Ages?

• Goliards

• Jongleurs

• Minstrels

• Troubadours

Answer explanation

The correct term for wandering scholars who performed secular music during the Early Middle Ages is Goliards.

What type of music was passed down and learned by ear, not written down, during the Early Middle Ages?