Grade 9- Placement Exam

Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. The period when the Christian Church highly influenced culture and political affairs
in Europe was the:
A. Medieval Period B. Renaissance Period C. Baroque Period D. Greek Period

2. A through–composed vocal music composition written and expressed in a poetic text.

A. Troubadour Music B. Mass C. Madrigal D. Gregorian Chant

3. There are five main sections of the Mass. Which of the following is the only section of
M ass with Greek text?
A. Kyrie B. Gloria C. Agnus Dei D. Credo

4. Baroque music is known for its grandiose and elaborate ornamentation. Which of the
following Baroque Music forms was developed through imitative counter point?
A. Concerto Grosso B. Fugue C. Oratorio D. Concerto

5. Refers to the extended musical setting of sacred music.

A. Fugue B. Chorale C. Oratorio D. Orchestra

II. Identify the composer of each selection. (5 pts)

George Frederic Handel 6. Messiah
Antonio Vivaldi 7. Four Seasons
Giovanni Pierluigi Da Palestrina 8. Pope Marcellus Mass
Thomas Morley 9. Fire, Fire, My Heart
Johann Sebastian Bach 10. Fugue in G minor