Solo performance evolved in part from stand-up comedy

The descending melodic phrases in the Eagle Dance __________

a) are heard only in the free rhythm introduction b) represent the ceremonial touching of the feathers to the ground c) are typical of North American Indian chant melodies d) use word-painting to convey the meaning of the vocables

According to playwright and screenwriter José Rivera, "You write a play with your ears and a film with your __________."

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).