What was the samaveda? a. a flute b. a type of music notation c. a collection of hymns or d. a dance

It is an ancient Vedic Sanskrit text, and did contain a collection of hymns. So, I'd say your answer is C.

A collection of hymns – Option C

Explanation:  

The Samaveda is the veda of melodies and chants it is an ancient Sanskrit text and part of the scriptures of Hinduism one of the four vedas it is a liturgical text whose 1875 verses are primarily derived from Rigveda. Three recensions of the Samaveda have survived and the variants manuscripts of the veda have been found in various parts of India.

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that is true. stravinsky's rite of spring ballet is a prime example of with its focus on prehistoric culture, costumes, and dancing.