Question

question 5 of 15
a chant melody with elongated rhythms sung beneath one or more faster
melodies is called:

a. polyphony.

b. gregorian chant.

c. cantus firmus.

d. anglican chant.

Explanation:

• Option A: Polyphony is multiple independent melodies, not a single elongated one under others.
• Option B: Gregorian Chant is a monophonic (single - melody) liturgical chant, not matching the description of a melody under faster ones.
• Option C: Cantus firmus is a pre - existing melody (often with elongated rhythms) used as a foundation beneath one or more faster - moving melodies, which matches the given description.
• Option D: Anglican chant is a style of singing Anglican liturgical texts, not defined by an elongated melody under faster ones.

Answer:

C. cantus firmus.