Identify the genre that is a one-movement work in three sections, was used as an overture to Italian operas during the

Baroque era, and literally means “a harmonious sounding together”?



a. sonata
b. sinfonia
c. concerto
d. serenade
e. French overture

ANSWER: b

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All of the following are characteristics of operetta EXCEPT it?

a) was usually performed in the vernacular b) was unpopular in England, a country that lacked a strong operatic tradition c) mixed spoken dialogue with sung numbers d) dealt with humorous subjects

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