String Instruments

What vibrates in a string instruments

• strings

• the player's lips

• a reed

• the whole instrument

The thicker the string, the ______________ the pitch.

• higher

• lower

Which instrument is popular in Indian classical music?

• The Sitar

• Guitar

• Violin

• Cello

The longer the string, the _______________ the pitch.

• Higher

• Lower

The tighter the string, the _____________ the pitch.

• Higher

• Lower

What do you call the part of a string instrument that amplifies the vibrations of the strings?

• Sound Box

• Tuning Pegs

• Finger Board

• Neck

Larger Vibrations make _______________ sounds.

• Quieter

• Louder

What part of a string instrument carries the vibrations from the strings to the sound box?

• The Bridge

• Tuning Pegs

• Frets

• The headstock

How do you shorten the vibrating length of strings while you are playing a string instrument?

• By pressing with your fingers

• By cutting them

• By turning the tuning pegs

• magic

Which of the following is NOT a string instrument?

• Harp

• Guitar

• Flute

• Violin