LSAT 143 – Section 4 – Question 06

LSAT 143 - Section 4 - Question 06

June 2015

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PT143 S4 Q06
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1%
153
B
2%
153
C
90%
165
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E
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155
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Musicologist: Many critics complain of the disproportion between text and music in Handel’s da capo arias. These texts are generally quite short and often repeated well beyond what is needed for literal understanding. Yet such criticism is refuted by noting that repetition serves a vital function: it frees the audience to focus on the music itself, which can speak to audiences whatever their language.

Summarize Argument: Counter-Position

The musicologist argues that critics’ disapproval of the imbalance between the short, repetitive texts and the music in Handel's da capo arias can be refuted. This is because the critics overlook the important role of repetition. Repetition allows the audience to concentrate on the music, which can communicate universally, regardless of language.

Identify Conclusion

The conclusion is the musicologist’s claim that the critics’ criticism of the imbalance between the short, repetitive texts and the music in Handel’s da capo arias can be refuted: “such criticism is refuted”.

A
Handel’s da capo arias contain a disproportionate amount of music.

This is context. It provides background on a common criticism of Handel’s da capo arias.

B
Handel’s da capo arias are superior to most in their accessibility to diverse audiences.

The musicologist does not make this claim. While the nature of the repetition allows it to speak to audiences regardless of language, the musicologist does not compare this ability to other music.

C
At least one frequent criticism of Handel’s da capo arias is undeserved.

This is the main point of the musicologist’s reasoning, which is that while many critics complain of the imbalance between the text and music in Handel’s da capo arias, this criticism can be refuted. In other words, it is undeserved.

D
At least some of Handel’s da capo arias contain unnecessary repetitions.

The musicologist does not claim the repetitions are unnecessary. The musicologist instead claims the repetitions serve a vital function.

E
Most criticism of Handel’s da capo arias is unwarranted.

This is not the musicologist’s conclusion. The conclusion is that one specific criticism of Handel’s da capo arias can be refuted, not that most criticisms can be.

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