Quiz on Franz Joseph Haydn

What was the lifespan of Franz Joseph Haydn?

• 1685–1750

• 1756–1791

• 1770–1827

• 1732–1809

During which musical era did Franz Joseph Haydn compose?

• Baroque Era

• Classical Era

• Romantic Era

• Modern Era

In which village was Joseph Haydn born?

• Rohrau, Austria

• Vienna, Austria

• Salzburg, Austria

• Graz, Austria

What was the profession of Joseph Haydn's father?

• Cook

• Wheelwright

• Folk musician

• Harpist

What instrument did Joseph Haydn's father teach himself to play?

• Violin

• Piano

• Harp

• Flute

What was Joseph Haydn's mother's previous job?

• Wheelwright

• Cook

• Music teacher

• Harpist

How would you describe Joseph Haydn's family's relationship with music?

• Indifferent to music

• Not musically inclined

• Extremely musical and often sang together

• Only interested in classical music

Why did Haydn's parents arrange for him to live with a choirmaster in Hainburg?

• They wanted him to become a choirmaster.

• They noticed his musical talent and wanted him to receive serious musical training.

• They lived in Hainburg and wanted him to stay close to home.

• They wanted him to be trained as a dancer.

At what age did Haydn leave his parents to live with the choirmaster?

• Four years old.

• Six years old.

• Eight years old.

• Ten years old.

After moving to live with the choirmaster, did Haydn ever live with his parents again?

• Yes, he moved back after his training.

• No, he never lived with his parents again.

• Yes, but only during his adult life.

• It is not mentioned in the text.