Question

The word raga means "a pattern of notes having characteristic intervals, rhythms, and embellishments, used as a basis for improvisation." Based on this definition, how does the word connect to the structure that Bob Kaufman employs in his poem "Unanimity Has Been Achieved, Not a Dot Less for Its Accidentalness"? A) through the use of free form and improvisation in the poem B) through the use of end rhymes and nonsensical words in the poem C) through the use of words derived from different languages in the poem D) through the use of jazz beats and rhythms in the poem

Answer 1

The word raga means "a pattern of notes having characteristic intervals, rhythms, and embellishments, used as a basis for improvisation". Based on this definition, the word connects to the structure that Bob Kaufman employs in his poem, "Unanimity Has Been Achieved, Not a Dot Less for Its Accidentalness" though the use of free form and improvisation in the poem.

The answer would be letter A.