Chapter 2 Test

Question 1

Characteristics of the Renaissance

Answer 1

1. Texture- chiefly polyphonic
2. Rhythm- gentle & uncomplicated
3. Melodies- melodies were easy to sing & in step-wise directions
4. Dynamics- consistent use

Question 2

Development of Music

Answer 2

1. Gregorian Chant (monophonic)
2. Parallel organum (2 parallel voices as a 5th or a 4th part)
3. Free organum (2 or more parallel voices with the 2nd being independent of rhythm)
4. School of Notre dame (measured rhythm)
5. New Arts (ars nova) (music w/ secular themes & syncopation)
6. Motet/mass/madrigal (polyphonic)

Question 3

Parts of the Mass

Answer 3

1. Kyrie
2. Gloria
3. Credo
4. Sanctus
5. Agnus Dei

Question 4

Gregorian chant

Answer 4

Monophonic

Question 5

Motet/mass

Answer 5

Polyphonic- sacred in text & nature

Question 6

Madrigal

Answer 6

Polyphonic- secular in text & nature