Gregorian Chant and Troubadour Music Quiz

What language is Gregorian Chant typically sung in?

• English

• Latin

• French

• German

Where did Troubadour music originate?

• Germany

• Italy

• France

• Spain

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Plainchant?

• Monophonic

• Composed in modes

• Originated in the 14th century

• Traditionally performed by male voices

What is the primary language of Plainchant?

• English

• German

• Latin

• Italian

Which of the following is a characteristic of Modal Music?

• More sophisticated than tonal music

• Based on a scale

• Uses complex harmonies

• Originated in the 18th century

What is the primary purpose of Plainchant?

• Secular entertainment

• Religious performance of prayers and psalms

• Educational purposes

• Dance accompaniment

What is a characteristic of notes within a given scale (or mode) during the medieval period?

• They have different roles.

• They are all the same.

• They change frequently.

• They are always ascending.

What shape is the pegs box of a Vielle/Fiddle?

• Circular

• Square

• Leaf-shaped

• Triangular

What is the function of the handle in a Hurdy-Gurdy?

• To pluck the strings

• To turn a wheel sounding a series of drone strings

• To adjust the tuning pegs

• To change the pitch

What type of instrument is a Harp?

• Bowed stringed instrument

• Plucked stringed instrument

• Wind instrument

• Percussion instrument