Which of the following accurately compares how philosophical thought influenced Japanese and European performance art? (1 point) Responses Japanese Noh is rich with connections to philosophical thought, while Classical opera does not connect to European philosophical thought. Japanese Noh is rich with connections to philosophical thought, while Classical opera does not connect to European philosophical thought. Japanese Noh conveys simple stories connected to the Shinto religion, while Classical opera tells complex stories that connect to Catholicism or society. Japanese Noh conveys simple stories connected to the Shinto religion, while Classical opera tells complex stories that connect to Catholicism or society. Japanese performance art relies on dance to convey philosophy, while European performance art relies on music. Japanese performance art relies on dance to convey philosophy, while European performance art relies on music. Classical opera is strictly secular while Japanese Noh is strictly religious.
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The second option is the most accurate: "Japanese Noh conveys simple stories connected to the Shinto religion, while Classical opera tells complex stories that connect to Catholicism or society."
This is because Japanese Noh theater often reflects themes from Shinto beliefs and emphasizes simplicity and spirituality, while European classical opera typically involves intricate narratives that engage with themes from Catholicism, societal issues, or intricate human emotions.
