What structural feature distinguishes many medieval lyrics from later Renaissance lyrics?
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Correct answer: Irregular stanza patterns
Medieval lyrics often use irregular stanza patterns, reflecting their oral and musical origins. Formal structures like the sonnet become dominant only in the Renaissance.
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