Understanding Guitar Components Quiz

Which 2 types of strings can be used on a guitar?

• Nylon & Steel

• Steel & Wool

• Nylon & Acrylic

• Acrylic & Steel

What is the primary function of the guitar neck?

• To hold the strings in place

• To provide a surface for the frets and fingerboard

• To amplify the sound

• To attach the strap

How many strings does a standard guitar have?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

What is the purpose of the bridge on a guitar?

• To hold the strings in place on the body

• To adjust the pitch of the strings

• To amplify the sound

• To attach the strap

Which part of the guitar is located at the TOP of the neck and holds the tuning pegs?

• Bridge

• Saddle

• Headstock

• Nut

What is the fingerboard of a guitar also known as?

• Fretboard

• Neckboard

• Stringboard

• Soundboard

Which part of the guitar is used to change the PITCH (sound) of the strings?

• Bridge

• Saddle

• Headstock

• Tuners

What is the purpose of the frets on a guitar?

• To hold the strings in place

• To mark the positions for different notes

• To attach the strap

• To amplify the sound

Which part of the guitar is used to pluck or strum the strings?

• Neck

• Body

• Pick

• Bridge

What is the hollow part of an acoustic guitar called?

• Sound hole

• Headstock

• Bridge

• Neck