Avocal melody composed in the baroque era may highlight words of a text using a. word painting. b. polyphony. c. percussion. d. pianissimo.

A. Word Painting is the answer. Word painting is a technique many musicians use in which they write music that reflects the literal meaning of a song.

The region of the united states where beef and hog production is prevalent is the midwestthere are 12 states in this area including  illinois,  indiana,  iowa,  kansas,  michigan,  minnesota,  missouri,nebraska,  north dakota,  ohio,  south dakota, and  wisconsin. all of these states are known for their meat and such products.