Musical Idioms Quiz

What does the idiom "as fit as a fiddle" mean?

• To be very healthy and in good physical condition

• To be very musical

• To be very flexible

• To be very old

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom "blow his own trumpet"?

• He decided to blow his own trumpet and learn a new instrument.

• She always blows her own trumpet about her achievements at work.

• They blew their own trumpet to call everyone for dinner.

• He blew his own trumpet to signal the start of the race.

What does the idiom "change your tune" mean?

• To start singing a different song

• To change one's opinion or attitude

• To learn a new musical instrument

• To write a new song

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom "drum up support"?

• He drummed up support by playing music in the park.

• She drummed up support for her campaign by organizing a rally.

• They drummed up support by joining a band.

• He drummed up support by buying a new drum set.

What does the idiom "face the music" mean?

• To listen to music

• To confront the consequences of one's actions

• To play a musical instrument

• To attend a concert

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom "make a song and dance about"?

• He made a song and dance about learning to play the guitar.

• She made a song and dance about the small mistake he made.

• They made a song and dance about attending the concert.

• He made a song and dance about writing a new song.

What does the idiom "play by ear" mean?

• To play music without reading the notes

• To listen to music carefully

• To make decisions as situations develop

• To learn music by listening

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom "ring a bell"?

• The name didn't ring a bell until I saw his picture.

• She rang a bell to start the meeting.

• They rang a bell to call everyone for dinner.

• He rang a bell to signal the end of the class.

After a long day of hiking, William felt as fit as a fiddle. What does this imply about his health?

• They are very sick

• They are in excellent health

• They are musically talented

• They are very old

Which of the following best describes someone who "blows their own trumpet"?

• They are very humble

• They are very boastful

• They are very quiet

• They are very musical