Although the oratorio shares many characteristics with the opera, its most important difference is its

A. emphasis on vocal drama.
B. popular orientation.
C. use of elaborate arias.
D. religious subject matter.

Answer: D

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A. René Descartes B. John Locke C. Francis Bacon D. Galileo

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