Summer 1

The video explores the uneasy and disquieting nature of Vivaldi's summer, set in G Minor. It contrasts the divine spring in Italy with the unpleasant summer in Venice, filled with mosquitoes and heat. The pastoral scene in Vivaldi's Four Seasons is depicted as blisteringly hot, emphasizing the discomfort of the season.

What key does Vivaldi use to convey a sense of unease in his music?

• C Major

• D Major

• A Minor

• G Minor

What environmental factor makes summer in Venice unpleasant according to the transcript?

• Heavy rainfall

• Mosquitoes and humidity

• Cold winds

• Frequent storms

How does the transcript describe the transition from spring to summer in Italy?

• From dry to wet

• From divine to revolting

• From calm to stormy

• From cold to warm

What is the main reason people avoid working in the fields during summer as per the transcript?

• Cold temperatures

• Lack of crops

• Blistering heat

• Frequent rain

How does Vivaldi's depiction of summer differ from a typical picnic season?

• It is more festive

• It is more fractious

• It is more peaceful

• It is more relaxing