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The Classical Period
(1) Referring to a piece of music as "classical" is sometimes interpreted to mean a wide range of Western music that spans from the Middle Ages to today; however, music written in the Classical period (1730-1820) in particular is the definitive music for the genre. (2) Popular artists of this period include Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Joseph Haydn, to name a few.
(3) The music of the time reflected a movement that appeared in all aspects of life in 18th century Europe. (4) In addition, it was not as complex as music of the Baroque period. (5) Classical music departed from its predecessor, the Baroque style, in its cleaner and clearer approach, making distinct sounds more audible. (6) The change in style was seen in architecture, literature, and the arts. (7) Classical music just seemed lighter.
(8) Another difference this period introduced was the piano as the main keyboard instrument. (9) This allowed more range of expression compared to the earlier-used harpsichord, since the performer could strike the keys louder or softer, creating a particular sound that the harpsichord could not compete with. (10) Besides certain instrumental changes, the orchestra saw a great expansion as more attention was given to particular sounds. (11) Woodwind instruments got better and more versatile, giving them their own section in the orchestra. (12) This period even had the string quartet. (13) We can thank Joseph Haydn for that one.
(14) Throughout the Classical period, the music became sharper and more emotional. (15) This indulgent change eventually saw the end of an era, and the Romantic period eventually took over.
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What is the best way to improve the organization of paragraph 2?
A.
Remove sentence 5 from the paragraph.
B.
Switch the order of sentences 4 and 6.
C.
Make sentence 7 the first sentence of the paragraph.
D.
Move sentence 3 to the end of the paragraph.
The Classical Period
(1) Referring to a piece of music as "classical" is sometimes interpreted to mean a wide range of Western music that spans from the Middle Ages to today; however, music written in the Classical period (1730-1820) in particular is the definitive music for the genre. (2) Popular artists of this period include Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Joseph Haydn, to name a few.
(3) The music of the time reflected a movement that appeared in all aspects of life in 18th century Europe. (4) In addition, it was not as complex as music of the Baroque period. (5) Classical music departed from its predecessor, the Baroque style, in its cleaner and clearer approach, making distinct sounds more audible. (6) The change in style was seen in architecture, literature, and the arts. (7) Classical music just seemed lighter.
(8) Another difference this period introduced was the piano as the main keyboard instrument. (9) This allowed more range of expression compared to the earlier-used harpsichord, since the performer could strike the keys louder or softer, creating a particular sound that the harpsichord could not compete with. (10) Besides certain instrumental changes, the orchestra saw a great expansion as more attention was given to particular sounds. (11) Woodwind instruments got better and more versatile, giving them their own section in the orchestra. (12) This period even had the string quartet. (13) We can thank Joseph Haydn for that one.
(14) Throughout the Classical period, the music became sharper and more emotional. (15) This indulgent change eventually saw the end of an era, and the Romantic period eventually took over.
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What is the best way to improve the organization of paragraph 2?
A.
Remove sentence 5 from the paragraph.
B.
Switch the order of sentences 4 and 6.
C.
Make sentence 7 the first sentence of the paragraph.
D.
Move sentence 3 to the end of the paragraph.
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To improve the organization of paragraph 2, the best option is:
D. Move sentence 3 to the end of the paragraph.
This change would allow the paragraph to start with a clear focus on the well-known composers of the Classical period and the musical characteristics of the time, followed by an explanation of how the music reflects a broader movement in 18th-century Europe. By placing sentence 3 at the end, it serves as a concluding thought that connects the music to its cultural context.
D. Move sentence 3 to the end of the paragraph.
This change would allow the paragraph to start with a clear focus on the well-known composers of the Classical period and the musical characteristics of the time, followed by an explanation of how the music reflects a broader movement in 18th-century Europe. By placing sentence 3 at the end, it serves as a concluding thought that connects the music to its cultural context.
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