Franz Joseph Haydn Quiz

Where was Franz Joseph Haydn born?

• Germany

• Austria

• Slovenia

• England

Who trained young Haydn as a musician?

• Giovanni Battista

• Haydn's father

• Haydn had no music teachers.

• Johann Matthias Franck

Haydn is considered one of the greatest composers of the _____________________ era.

• Baroque

• Classical

• Romantic

• Modern

Who did Haydn work for during much of his life?

• King Henry VIII

• Count Giucciardi

• Prince Esterhazy

• Emperor Joseph II

Since he wrote so many, Haydn was nicknamed the ______________________________________________.

• Haydn Seek

• Father of the Symphony

• Royal Composer of Songs

• Grandfather of Music

After his employer died, where did Haydn decide to travel to and live?

• London

• Paris

• Copenhagen

• Amsterdam

The ___________________________ is a popular example of Haydn's wit.

• Classical Era

• Ode to Joy

• A Little Night Music

• Surprise Symphony

True or False:

Haydn's parent's names were Mathias and Maria.

• True

• False

How are Haydn and Mozart similar? (Mark all that apply)

• They were born in the same country.

• They are both classical composers.

• They both wrote the Surprise Symphony.

• They were born in the same city.

True or False:

Haydn spent 30 years working for a wealthy, Hungarian prince.

• True

• False