In general what was the purpose of any given cantata?

A) to put a Christian interpretation on the Old Testament reading
B) to encourage moral and upright behavior
C) to provide a musical interlude to the four-hour service-a seventh inning stretch if you will
D) to offer a musical elaboration of the day's Gospel reading

D

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A. play chords. B. play ornaments. C. play drones. D. play melodies.

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