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How was the Helmet Mask (Tatanua) used?

A. This mask from Papua New Guinea helped the wearer to transition to adulthood.
B. Such masks were a conduit for spirits to be present in the villages.
C. This mask was worn for personal adornment and to advertise high status.
D. This mask protected the wearer's face during the fire ceremony.

Answer: B

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a) all voices are newly composed b) all voices derive from preexisting secular monophony c) all voices derive from preexisting sacred monophony d) half the voices stem from secular monophony while the others come from sacred monophony

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Under U.S. copyright law, a musical work is “created” when______.

a. the songwriter first conceives of the melody and lyrics b. the first live performance takes place outside of friends and family c. it is fixed in musical notation or recorded on a phonorecord d. it is first released as a commercial recording in the United States

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