Musical History Quizzes: Explore the Evolution of Music

Question 1

Which of these pieces of music did Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart compose?

Accepted Answer

Eine kleine Nachtmusik

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Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

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Ode to Joy

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The Four Seasons

Question 2

In music, what is the word for how long sounds last?

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Rhythm

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Melody

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Harmony

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Dynamics

Question 3

What tells us how high or low a musical sound is?

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Pitch

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Rhythm

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Volume

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Tempo

Question 4

How have new instruments influenced the way music sounds?

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They have allowed composers to create new and different sounds.

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They have made it easier for musicians to play music.

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They have made music more popular.

Question 5

Who wrote beautiful music with flowing melodies in the Romantic period?

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Frédéric Chopin

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Question 6

If we could travel back to the Baroque period, what kind of fancy party might we see?

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A masked ball with secret identities

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A quiet tea party with tiny sandwiches

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A picnic in the countryside with homemade pies

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A school talent show with young musicians

Question 7

In the Classical period of music, which two composers created music with very different styles?

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven

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Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel

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Franz Joseph Haydn and Joseph Haydn

Question 8

Which song tells us about a real event that happened long ago?

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A song about a battle in the past

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A song about a king or queen from history

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A song about a made-up story

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A song about the weather

Question 9

Which instrument was NOT used during the Baroque period?

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Piano

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Violin

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Flute

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Harpsichord

Question 10

True or False: Music has always been an important part of human culture.

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True

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False

Question 11

What is the name of the lines and spaces on which musical notes are written?

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Staff

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Clef

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Measure

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Key signature

Question 12

In the Middle Ages, which musical instrument was NOT commonly played?

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Violin

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Flute

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Trumpet

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Drum

Question 13

Which musical period featured complex polyphony and the use of counterpoint?

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Renaissance

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Baroque

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Classical

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Romantic

Question 14

In a marching band, what instrument is traditionally played by the leader?

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Trumpet

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Clarinet

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Saxophone

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Drums

Question 15

Which famous opera was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

Accepted Answer

The Magic Flute

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Fidelio

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Rigoletto

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La Traviata

Question 16

What is the name of the instrument that resembles a small piano, often used in classical music?

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Harpsichord

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Organ

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Cello

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Violin

Question 17

In music, which term means 'soft'?

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Piano

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Forte

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Mezzo

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Adagio

Question 18

Which musical instrument is played by blowing air into a mouthpiece?

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Trumpet

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Violin

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Guitar

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Piano

Question 19

In music, what symbol represents a pause?

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Rest

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Note

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Bar

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Clef

Question 20

Who wrote the famous opera 'The Marriage of Figaro'?

Accepted Answer

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Giuseppe Verdi

Question 21

Which musical period is best described as having complex melodies and rhythms?

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Baroque

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Classical

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Romantic

Question 22

Which instrument is played by blowing air into a tube?

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Flute

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Piano

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Drum

Question 23

Who is known as the 'father of opera'?

Accepted Answer

Claudio Monteverdi

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Question 24

Which musical period is famous for its use of intricate vocal lines?

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Renaissance

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Medieval

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Baroque

Question 25

Which of these is a percussion instrument?

Accepted Answer

Drums

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Piano

Question 26

Which musical genre originated in the United States?

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Jazz

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Classical

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Folk

Question 27

Who composed the famous opera called 'The Magic Flute'?

Accepted Answer

Wolfgang Mozart

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Beethoven

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Bach

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Vivaldi

Question 28

What kind of instrument is a violin?

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String

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Wind

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Percussion

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Keyboard

Question 29

Which of these is a special feature of Baroque music?

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Fancy decorations and extra bits

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Simple and clear tunes

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Bouncy rhythms

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Lots of harmony

Question 30

What music has three beats in each bar?

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3/4 time

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2/4 time

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4/4 time

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5/4 time

Question 31

What is the name of a group of singers?

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Chorus

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Orchestra

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Band

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Ensemble

Question 32

Which musical group is the largest?

Accepted Answer

Orchestra

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Band

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Choir

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Ensemble

Question 33

Who composed the famous piece 'Brandenburg Concerto No. 5'?

Accepted Answer

Johann Sebastian Bach

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Giuseppe Verdi

Question 34

What is the name of the musical instrument that produces sound by plucking its strings?

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Guitar

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Piano

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Violin

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Trumpet

Question 35

Who composed the well-known opera 'Carmen'?

Accepted Answer

Georges Bizet

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Richard Wagner

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Giuseppe Verdi

Question 36

What is the name of the musical style characterized by its slow tempos, expressive melodies, and rich harmonies?

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Romantic

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Jazz

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Classical

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Folk

Question 37

What is the function of a conductor in a musical ensemble?

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To lead and coordinate the musicians

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To play the main instrument

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To write the music

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To sing the lyrics

Question 38

Which of these musical symbols indicates a sharp note?

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Sharp (#)

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Flat (#)

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Natural (♮)

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Double sharp (##)

Question 39

What is the name of the group of singers who perform together in a choir?

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Choir

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Band

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Orchestra

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Trio

Question 40

Which of these musical genres originated in Jamaica?

Accepted Answer

Reggae

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Salsa

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Country

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Opera

Question 41

What is the name of the part of a musical instrument where the musician's fingers are placed?

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Neck

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Body

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Strings

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Keys

Question 42

From the list below, which instrument does NOT belong to the string family?

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Piano

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Violin

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Cello

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Double bass

Question 43

Which musical period is known for its elaborate decorations and complex harmonies?

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Baroque

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Classical

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Romantic

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Modern

Question 44

Which composer wrote the opera 'The Magic Flute'?

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Giuseppe Verdi

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Richard Wagner

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Ludwig van Beethoven

Question 45

Which instrument is used to keep a steady beat?

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Drums

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Guitar

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Flute

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Violin

Question 46

Which composer is famous for using polyphony, where multiple melodies are played at once?

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Johann Pachelbel

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Antonio Vivaldi

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George Handel

Question 47

Which musical structure is usually divided into three parts?

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Sonata

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Symphony

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Concerto

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Opera

Question 48

Which musical style is known for its improvisation and uneven rhythms?

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Jazz

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Blues

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Folk

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Classical

Question 49

Harmony is like a musical 'building block' that can make music sound special. How did harmony help Baroque composers make their music unique?

Accepted Answer

Make melodies more beautiful and interesting to listen to.

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Make music louder and stronger.

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Make music more fun to dance to.

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Make music sound more like nature.

Question 50

How has technology changed the way we make music?

Accepted Answer

We can now use computers to make music.

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We can now only play electric instruments.

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We can now make instruments that are much louder.

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a feature of Classical music?

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Very fast tempos

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Gentle and pleasing melodies

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Changes in volume

Question 52

Which musical period featured simple tunes and strong beats?

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Medieval

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Classical

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Baroque

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Renaissance

Question 53

Which instrument makes a buzzing sound?

Accepted Answer

Kazoo

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Violin

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Flute

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Trumpet

Question 54

Which instrument is played by blowing air through a thin piece of wood?

Accepted Answer

Clarinet

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Guitar

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Piano

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Drums

Question 55

What do we call a group of singers who sing together?

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Choir

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Orchestra

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Band

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Ensemble

Question 56

Which of these instruments is hit to make a sound?

Accepted Answer

Triangle

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Violin

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Flute

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Piano

Question 57

Who wrote the famous opera 'The Magic Flute'?

Accepted Answer

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Giuseppe Verdi

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Richard Wagner

Question 58

Which composer lived during the Romantic period?

Accepted Answer

Frédéric Chopin

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Antonio Vivaldi

Question 59

Which of these is a period in the history of music?

Accepted Answer

Baroque

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March

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Piano

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Sonata

Question 60

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Baroque music?

Accepted Answer

Simple harmonies

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Fancy melodies

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Use of counterpoint

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Emphasis on rhythm and dance

Question 61

Which musical time period is NOT real?

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Futuristic

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Medieval

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Classical

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Romantic

Question 62

Which musical instrument is from the Medieval period?

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Lute

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Piano

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Guitar

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Violin

Question 63

What musical style has strong melodies and big feelings?

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Romantic

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Baroque

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Classical

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Impressionist

Question 64

Who wrote the music 'Four Seasons'?

Accepted Answer

Vivaldi

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Haydn

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Tchaikovsky

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Schubert