Which of the following is a salient characteristic of secular music from the medieval period? select one: a) strong, dance-like rhythms performed by a combination of instruments and voices b) smooth melodies sung a cappella moving at a very lively pace c) slow tempos with unmeasured rhythms and monophonic texture d) features mainly unaccompanied vocal solos.

a) Strong, dance-like rhythms performed by a combination of instruments and voices

Explanation:

Even under the control of the Church, secular music was strong during the Middle-Ages, but its flourishment occurred in the final medieval period. If the sacred music was used to bring people to faith, to teach them and to spread Christianity, secular music had a different approach. Its themes were pure, talking about love, joy or pain.