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1.
Copland's name has become synonymous with American music because of his use of
A)revival hymns, cowboy songs, and other folk tunes.
B)jazz, blues, and ragtime elements.
C)subjects from American folklore.
D)all of the above.
2.
Copland's turn toward simplicity in the 1930s can be traced in part to
A)the great depression.
B)dissatisfaction with his own style.
C)the influence of Schoenberg.
D)the influence of religion.
3.
In 1921 Copland began a three-year period of study in
A)Germany.
B)Austria.
C)Italy.
D)France.
4.
Which of the following works was composed by Copland?
A)Rodeo.
B)Billy the Kid.
C)Music for the Theater.
D)all of the above.
5.
In addition to his compositions, Copland made valuable contributions to music in America by
A)directing composer's groups.
B)writing books and magazine articles.
C)organizing American music concerts.
D)all of the above.





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