In an orchestral score, which marking indicates parts should be divided into separate lines?

• A. unisono
• B. divisi
• C. tremolo
• D. syncopation

Answer: (B)

Divisi is the marking that tells players in a section to split into separate lines, with each subgroup playing a different line or pitch. This is used when there are more players than needed for a single line, so the section divides and each part performs its own line simultaneously. Unisono means everyone plays the same line, tremolo indicates rapid repetition or alternation of notes, and syncopation refers to shifting accents in the rhythm. Therefore, divisi is the marking that specifically signals the division into separate lines.