Comprehension
“Reviving the practice of using elements of popular music in classical
composition, an approach that had been in hibernation in the United States
during the 1960s, composer Philip Glass (born 1937) embraced the ethos of
popular music in his compositions. Glass based two symphonies on music by
rock musicians David Bowie and Brian Eno, but the symphonies' sound is
distinctively his. Popular elements do not appear out of place in Glass's classical
music, which from its early days has shared certain harmonies and rhythms
with rock music. Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a
composer of popular music. His music is not a version of popular music
packaged to attract classical listeners; it is high art for listeners steeped in rock
rather than the classics.
Question: 1
The passage addresses which of the following issues related to Glass's use of popular elements in his classical compositions?
The passage addresses which of the following issues related to Glass's use of popular elements in his classical compositions?
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When analyzing the main focus of a passage, look for clues about influence and impact rather than just describing details or effects.
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- How it is regarded by listeners who prefer rock to the classics
- How it has affected the commercial success of Glass's music
- Whether it has contributed to a revival of interest among other composers in using popular elements in their compositions
- Whether it has had a detrimental effect on Glass's reputation as a composer of classical music
- Whether it has caused certain of Glass's works to be derivative in quality
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Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Understand the focus of the passage.
The passage discusses how Philip Glass has incorporated elements of popular music in his classical compositions, particularly in his symphonies, based on rock musicians. The focus is on the influence of this style on Glass and the impact it has had on classical music.
Step 2: Analyze the options.
- (A) The passage does not focus on how listeners who prefer rock to classical music view Glass's compositions.
- (B) The passage does not discuss the commercial success of Glass's music.
- (C) The passage mentions the influence of Glass's use of popular music, which could contribute to a revival of interest among other composers.
- (D) There is no indication in the passage that Glass's reputation has been harmed by his use of popular elements.
- (E) The passage does not suggest that Glass's works are derivative in quality.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (C), as the passage discusses Glass's influence on classical music and how his use of popular elements might inspire other composers.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(C) Whether it has contributed to a revival of interest among other composers in using popular elements in their compositions.}} \]
The passage discusses how Philip Glass has incorporated elements of popular music in his classical compositions, particularly in his symphonies, based on rock musicians. The focus is on the influence of this style on Glass and the impact it has had on classical music.
Step 2: Analyze the options.
- (A) The passage does not focus on how listeners who prefer rock to classical music view Glass's compositions.
- (B) The passage does not discuss the commercial success of Glass's music.
- (C) The passage mentions the influence of Glass's use of popular music, which could contribute to a revival of interest among other composers.
- (D) There is no indication in the passage that Glass's reputation has been harmed by his use of popular elements.
- (E) The passage does not suggest that Glass's works are derivative in quality.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (C), as the passage discusses Glass's influence on classical music and how his use of popular elements might inspire other composers.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(C) Whether it has contributed to a revival of interest among other composers in using popular elements in their compositions.}} \]
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Question: 2
Consider each of the three choices separately and select all that apply from the passage above. Which of the following statements can be logically inferred from the passage?
Consider each of the three choices separately and select all that apply from the passage above. Which of the following statements can be logically inferred from the passage?
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In a passage discussing influence, look for evidence of trends, patterns, and stylistic fusion.
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- The passage suggests that Glass's work displays which of the following qualities?
- A return to the use of popular music in classical compositions
- An attempt to elevate rock music to an artistic status more closely approximating that of classical music
- A long-standing tendency to incorporate elements from two apparently disparate musical styles
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Analyze the passage.
The passage discusses Glass's use of popular music in classical compositions, which leads to a return to using such elements in classical music, attempts to elevate rock music to a more classical status, and incorporates elements from rock and classical styles.
Step 2: Review the options.
- (A) Glass's work is not discussed as having specific qualities beyond its influence on music composition.
- (B) The passage suggests that Glass's work is part of a return to popular music in classical composition.
- (C) Glass's incorporation of rock music into his classical works seems like an attempt to elevate rock to a more refined, artistic status.
- (D) The passage discusses Glass's blending of two musical styles, rock and classical.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answers are (B), (C), and (D), as they reflect the core ideas discussed in the passage.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(B), (C), and (D)}} \]
The passage discusses Glass's use of popular music in classical compositions, which leads to a return to using such elements in classical music, attempts to elevate rock music to a more classical status, and incorporates elements from rock and classical styles.
Step 2: Review the options.
- (A) Glass's work is not discussed as having specific qualities beyond its influence on music composition.
- (B) The passage suggests that Glass's work is part of a return to popular music in classical composition.
- (C) Glass's incorporation of rock music into his classical works seems like an attempt to elevate rock to a more refined, artistic status.
- (D) The passage discusses Glass's blending of two musical styles, rock and classical.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answers are (B), (C), and (D), as they reflect the core ideas discussed in the passage.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(B), (C), and (D)}} \]
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Question: 3
From the passage above, select the sentence that distinguishes two ways of integrating rock and classical music from the passage provided above.
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(A) overshadowed
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(B) invalidated
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(C) illuminated
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(D) enhance
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(E) obscure
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(F) underscore
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(G) plausibility of our hypotheses
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(H) certainty of our entitlement
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(I) superficiality of our theories
From the passage above, select the sentence that distinguishes two ways of integrating rock and classical music from the passage provided above.
% Option
(A) overshadowed
% Option (B) invalidated
% Option (C) illuminated
% Option (D) enhance
% Option (E) obscure
% Option (F) underscore
% Option (G) plausibility of our hypotheses
% Option (H) certainty of our entitlement
% Option (I) superficiality of our theories
% Option (B) invalidated
% Option (C) illuminated
% Option (D) enhance
% Option (E) obscure
% Option (F) underscore
% Option (G) plausibility of our hypotheses
% Option (H) certainty of our entitlement
% Option (I) superficiality of our theories
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When distinguishing two concepts, look for phrases that emphasize contrasts, such as "yet," "however," or "despite."
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- (i) (A) , (ii) (E), (iii) (I)
- (ii) (E), (i) (A), (iii) (I)
- (i) (A), (iii) (I), (ii) (E)
- (ii) (E), (iii) (I), (i) (A)
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Focus on the distinction in the passage.
The passage describes Glass's music as integrating popular elements but distinguishes it from being "popular music." This distinction highlights two ways of incorporating rock and classical music—by integrating elements while maintaining a classical approach and by creating music that appeals to a different audience.
Step 2: Analyze the sentence.
- The sentence "Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a composer of popular music" distinguishes Glass's method of integrating rock music into a more classical framework.
Step 3: Conclusion.
This sentence directly contrasts Glass's classical compositions with popular music, highlighting the distinction between the two approaches.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{"Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a composer of popular music."}} \]
The passage describes Glass's music as integrating popular elements but distinguishes it from being "popular music." This distinction highlights two ways of incorporating rock and classical music—by integrating elements while maintaining a classical approach and by creating music that appeals to a different audience.
Step 2: Analyze the sentence.
- The sentence "Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a composer of popular music" distinguishes Glass's method of integrating rock music into a more classical framework.
Step 3: Conclusion.
This sentence directly contrasts Glass's classical compositions with popular music, highlighting the distinction between the two approaches.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{"Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a composer of popular music."}} \]
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