What image does the composer evoke in the last and longest piece of Pictures at an Exhibition?
A) a troubadour, through the use of a lyrical flute melody
B) a solemn procession, through the use of a slow, steady beat
C) Russian nationalism, through the inclusion of folk instruments
D) the heavy jaws of a nutcracker, through a slapping stick in the orchestra

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The last and longest piece of Pictures at an Exhibition is "The Great Gate of Kiev," which features a slow, grandiose beat that evokes a solemn procession. Other elements of the music, such as the use of brass and percussion, also contribute to the grandiose atmosphere of the piece.

What Image Does the Composer Evoke in the Last and Longest