Pentathlon Sections 5, 6, & 7 Practice Questions

Who was the first singer of the iconic song “What a Wonderful World”?

For the first time in Motown’s history, this album released in May 1971 included lyrics for each of the song

Listening Question #2: There is the faint echo of ______ sounds by choir.

Whose photos are included in Notion of Family?

The Fundred Project began in the aftermath of which event and the crisis it posed for lead-polluted water?

Who was the instigator of the endeavor to “write music down” by means of musical notation?

Alma Woodsey Thomas’ painting Snoopy – Early Sun Display on Earth is part of a series Thomas called what?

In 450 BCE, the ancient Greek philosopher Zeno declared, “the goal of life is living in agreement with ______.”

What does “R&B” stand for in terms of music?

Rebecca Belmore’s artistic methods and displays are a response to which of the following?

Listening Question #3: There is a steady background pulse with ______ before the lyrics start.

The subject matter of Michael Abel’s Global Warming was inspired by the fall of the _________.

Which of the following characteristics is NOT mentioned as part of artist Mel Chin’s practice in Unmoored?

What is a prepared piano?

In which city was Motown Records founded?

The ways in which dance, theater, writing, music, and other creative forms could merge with the visual arts.

Why did repressive governments find jazz threatening?

What is an overture?

Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring documents the horrific effects of the chemical pesticide ______.

What is a defining feature of Ana Mendieta’s “Silueta” series?