Unit 10: Words from Mythology

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Apollonian style?

• Calm

• Rational

• Emotional

• Ordered

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What kind of pieces did composers produce in the Apollonian style?

• Chaotic and disordered

• Clearly patterned

• Emotionally intense

• Wild and unpredictable

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What did the Apollonian style emphasize in compositions?

• Emotional extremes

• Clearly patterned pieces

• Chaotic structures

• Intense passion

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is a key feature of the Apollonian style?

• Emotional intensity

• Rationality

• Unpredictability

• Disorganization

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What did composers aim to avoid in the Apollonian style?

• Harmony

• Extremes

• Order

• Calmness

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word best describes the Apollonian style?

• Chaotic

• Harmonious

• Emotional

• Extreme

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is one of the consequences of the bacchanalian party?

• Three wrecked cars

• A peaceful evening

• A successful business deal

• A quiet night

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word best describes the tone of "delphic comments"?

• Informative

• Confusing

• Joyful

• Angry

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of "delphic" communication?

• Clarity

• Ambiguity

• Confusion

• Uncertainty

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the opposite of "jovial"?

• Sociable

• Quiet and withdrawn

• Jolly

• Good-natured

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6