Question

1. choose the best answer. which of these is a curved line “tying” notes together?

articulation
legato
slur
staccato

Explanation:

In music notation, a slur is a curved line that connects notes, indicating they should be played smoothly (legato) without separation. "Articulation" is a general term for note - playing techniques. "Legato" is a playing style (smooth, connected), and "staccato" is a style with short, detached notes. So the curved line tying notes together is a slur.

Answer:

B. slur