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jace

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Which instruments from South and Central America have become accepted into the standard symphony orchestra?
 
  A) gourds B) maracas C) gongs D) temple blocks

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Which of the following statements is NOT true?
 
  A) Puccini's operas, Madame Butterfly and Turandot, were influenced by Asian scales and percussion instruments.
  B) The modern orchestra includes many non-Western percussion instruments.
  C) American jazz music was significantly influenced by Asian scales and rhythms.
  D) African percussion ensembles contributed to Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C





 

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