Medieval p2

What is the definition of "schism?"

• A peaceful agreement

• A division due to a large disagreement

• A religious celebration

• A type of sacred music

What language did the primary language in the West evolve into as the Western Empire collapsed?

• Greek

• Latin

• French

• German

In what year did the Western Empire officially split from the East?

• 476 CE

• 800 CE

• 1054 CE

• 1200 CE

What is the primary form of chant used in Western music?

• Gregorian chant

• Byzantine chant

• Ambrosian chant

• Mozarabic chant

Who is Gregorian chant named after?

• Pope Gregory

• Saint Augustine

• Pope Leo

• Saint Benedict

What was the role of the Schola Cantorum around 700 CE?

• To compose new music

• To perform anytime the Pope spoke

• To teach music to children

• To write religious texts

What did the king of the Frankish kingdom do with Gregorian chant?

• He banned it from his kingdom

• He ordered it to be spread throughout his kingdom

• He kept it for private use

• He sent it to neighboring kingdoms

How was chant initially taught during the Middle Ages?

• Through written notation

• Passed down by rote

• Using musical instruments

• Through printed books

What problem arose as Christianity spread throughout Europe regarding chants?

• Chants were forgotten

• Each territory had its own versions of songs

• Chants were banned

• Chants became too complex

What solution did the Popes and Frankish kings create to address the issue with chants?

• New musical instruments

• Standardized musical notation

• A new language for chants

• A ban on regional songs