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soccerdreamer_17

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How would one characterize the orchestra used for The Rite of Spring?
 
  a) small, stark, and modern
  b) larger than orchestras of the previous generation
  c) consisting only of non-traditional instruments
  d) a chamber ensemble

Question 2

The polytonality in The Rite of Spring creates__________.
 
  a) extreme dissonance
  b) a peaceful mood
  c) an evocation of modern life
  d) pleasing consonance



diana chang

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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a



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