Beethoven's Violin Quiz

What was the violin a gift to Beethoven along with?

• Two other string instruments

• Three other string instruments

• Four other string instruments

• Five other string instruments

What did Beethoven carve into the violin?

• His name

• His initials

• A musical note

• A star

Where can Beethoven's seal be seen on the violin?

• On the neck

• On the body

• On the strings

• On the bow

What letter did Beethoven scratch on the bottom of the violin?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Why does Beethoven look so grim and bad-tempered in the bust?

• He was angry at the artist.

• He was afraid of suffocating while the plaster cast was being made.

• He was tired from standing too long.

• He was unhappy with his music.

What did Beethoven have to do while the plaster cast was being made?

• Sing a song.

• Stand on one foot.

• Sit still and purse his lips tightly.

• Play the piano.

Why do many people today think that Beethoven was grim or bad-tempered?

• Because he was always angry.

• Because he looked that way in the bust.

• Because he never smiled.

• Because he didn't like people.

What device was made to help Beethoven hear better?

• Ear trumpet

• Hearing aid

• Stethoscope

• Megaphone

At what age was Beethoven completely deaf?

• 20

• 30

• 45

• 50

How did Beethoven communicate with others after he became deaf?

• By speaking loudly

• By using sign language

• By writing in notebooks

• By using a hearing aid