Romantic Period Module 5

Which sentence best describes Transcendentalism? a) A rejection of Empiricism and an emphasis on nature as a source of inspiration. b) A rejection of sentiment and an emphasis on religious beliefs and doctrines. c) A rejection of reason and an emphasis on the classical ideals of balance. d) A rejection of classicism and an emphasis on humanism.

a) A rejection of Empiricism and an emphasis on nature as a source of inspiration.

Which of the following is true of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125? a) It is longer and more dramatic than prior symphonies and utilizes many musicians, including vocalists. b) It is a symphonic representation of the Renaissance madrigal style and features the viola de gamba. c) It is dark and somber with several minor modes that are typical of Beethoven's gothic period. d) It is constructed according to a complex musical algorithm that determined the pitch, length and proximity of notes.

a) It is longer and more dramatic than prior symphonies and utilizes many musicians, including vocalists.

How do the themes of the Romantic Period contrast with the themes of the Neoclassical Period? (select 2) a) The themes of the Romantic Period are influenced by revolution and nationalism whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period are influenced by advancements in science, philosophy, and politics. b) The themes of the Romantic Period reflect a fascination with exoticism and the Gothic whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period reflect the opulence of the Counter Reformation movement. c) The themes of the Romantic Period are influenced by Counter Reformation movement whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period are influenced by the power of nature to both inspire and destroy. d) The themes of the Romantic Period reflect the importance of nature as a source of wisdom and beauty whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period reflect a rational and scientific exploration of the nature.

a) The themes of the Romantic Period are influenced by revolution and nationalism whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period are influenced by advancements in science, philosophy, and politics. d) The themes of the Romantic Period reflect the importance of nature as a source of wisdom and beauty whereas the themes of the Neoclassical Period reflect a rational and scientific exploration of the nature.

Which musical technique popular in the Romantic period is still used in contemporary music today? a) Motif b) Chromaticism c) Consonance d) Assonance

b) Chromaticism

________ refers to the glorification of distant, foreign cultures and people. a) Nationalism b) Exoticism c) Individualism d) Naturalism

b) Exoticism

Romantic architecture in England revived the ______ movement. a) Realist b) Gothic c) Neoclassical d) Baroque

b) Gothic

Which of the following figures is an English Romantic poet? a) Friedrich Nietzsche b) Percy Bysshe Shelley c) Herman Melville d) Frederick Douglass

b) Percy Bysshe Shelley

________ is an example of a profound event in the Romantic Period that had an impact on a country's national identity. a) The rise of the Catholic Church b) The French Revolution c) The Enlightenment d) The development of opera

b) The French Revolution

Which of the following is a unique trait of the Romantic hero? a) Romantic heroes accomplish impressive deeds and exhibit great physical triumph. b) Romantic heroes embody traditional norms of their culture or country. c) Romantic heroes are sometimes misunderstood as they follow their personal passion. d) Romantic heroes always win over their love interest in the end.

c) Romantic heroes are sometimes misunderstood as they follow their personal passion.

Which of the following statements regarding Romantic opera is true? a) Romantic operas were written by such composers as J.S. Bach, George Frideric Handel, and Antonio Vivaldi. b) Romantic operas followed the same pattern as Baroque operas. c) Romantic operas embraced themes of heroism and nationalism. d) There were no operas written during the Romantic Period.

c) Romantic operas embraced themes of heroism and nationalism.

Which of the following signaled the shift from agriculture-based economy to one centered around industrialization, mechanized labor, and urbanization? a) American Revolution b) French Revolution c) English Revolution d) Industrial Revolution

d) Industrial Revolution

Which figure from Greek mythology featured in Romantic works is a symbol of freedom and rebellion? a) Zeus b) Chronos c) Hercules d) Prometheus

d) Prometheus

Which of the following best describes the Byronic hero? a) The Byronic hero is a courageous figure who works to maintain social order and stability. b) The Byronic hero is a sensitive character who advocates compassion and practices non-violence. c) The Byronic hero is a reclusive character who believes that ultimate freedom is found by returning to nature. d) The Byronic hero is an intense and passionate figure who often defies authority and rebels against social conformity.

d) The Byronic hero is an intense and passionate figure who often defies authority and rebels against social conformity.

American composers of hymns and church music were inspired by which of the following during the Romantic period? a) They were influenced by the exotic musical traditions of Islamic cultures. b) They integrated into their compositions new rhythms and techniques from Central and South America. c) They were inspired by the tribal dance and musical works of Native American populations. d) They looked abroad for inspiration, drawing from the works of the great Classical composers of Europe.

d) They looked abroad for inspiration, drawing from the works of the great Classical composers of Europe.

Which of the following is true of architecture during the Romantic period? (select 2) a) The architects of the Romantic Period moved away from the grand and ornate styles of the Baroque Period and returned to classical forms. b) The architects of the Romantic Period embraced the Gothic Revival, a movement celebrating the religiosity of older Gothic buildings. c) The architects of the Romantic Period experimented with different building materials, such as iron, steel, and glass. d) The architects of the Romantic Period looked to Greek and Roman art for models of harmony, idealized realism, and reason. e) The architects of the Romantic Period developed the flying buttress, allowing their buildings to soar higher than ever before.

b) The architects of the Romantic Period embraced the Gothic Revival, a movement celebrating the religiosity of older Gothic buildings. c) The architects of the Romantic Period experimented with different building materials, such as iron, steel, and glass.

How does Chopin's Nocturne Opus 27, Number 1 display characteristics of Romantic period music? a) Its slow and steady pace and bright tone emphasizes the Romantic love of order and clarity. b) The piece has drastic tempo changes and shifts in mood that evoke strong changes in emotion. c) The piece is played by a large orchestra designed to show the superiority of the French. d) Its melodies take inspiration from traditional Hungarian folk music and attempt to capitalize on the work of Franz Liszt.

b) The piece has drastic tempo changes and shifts in mood that evoke strong changes in emotion.

Which American patriotic song had its roots in the Romantic period? a) "Yankee Doodle Dandy" b) "This Land is your Land" c) "Star-Spangled Banner" d) "God Bless America"

c) "Star-Spangled Banner"

What influenced cultural exchange and diversity in the Romantic period? a) Train travel was developed, which allowed Europeans to visit more easily their neighboring countries. b) National pride was demonstrated through a resurgence of classical architectural styles. c) Exoticism in art and literature reflected the fascination Europeans had with non-Western cultures. d) African American spirituals, which reflected religious themes, were popularized during the period.

c) Exoticism in art and literature reflected the fascination Europeans had with non-Western cultures.

Which one of the following works was written by Mary Shelley? a) Lyrical Ballads b) Portrait of the Sans-Culotte c) Frankenstein d) Metamorphosis

c) Frankenstein

________ literature evoked horror and often featured sinister, ambitious, and self-serving heroes. a) Exotic b) Hegelian c) Gothic d) Naturalist

c) Gothic

Which Romantic theme is reflected in the following excerpt from William Wordsworth's The Prelude? OH there is blessing in this gentle breeze, A visitant that while it fans my cheek Doth seem half-conscious of the joy it brings From the green fields, and from yon azure sky. Whate'er its mission, the soft breeze can come To none more grateful than to me; escaped From the vast city, where I long had pined A discontented sojourner: now free, Free as a bird to settle where I will. a) Intense passion and emotion. b) Imagination, which has the ability to transform physical reality. c) Nature as a source of solace and inspiration. d) Exoticism and an interest in foreign lands.

c) Nature as a source of solace and inspiration.

Which of the following best describes the role of nature in the Romantic Period (choose 2)? a) Nature inspired people to leave the cities and go back to more natural habitats. b) Nature was important for how it could reveal scientific truths, which led to a growth in religious skepticism. c) Nature was seen as a source of inspiration, and Romantic artists sought to represent the majesty and wisdom of nature in their works. d) Nature was a source of complex processes that challenged the prevailing focus on reasoned argument. e) Nature was seen as emotionally evocative and sublime and was used as a source of artistic inspiration.

c) Nature was seen as a source of inspiration, and Romantic artists sought to represent the majesty and wisdom of nature in their works. e) Nature was seen as emotionally evocative and sublime and was used as a source of artistic inspiration.