Unit Quiz Review: Instruments

What is an orchestra?

• A group of singers performing together

• A group of instrumentalists playing together

• A solo instrumental performance

• A dance troupe

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Who is responsible for directing an orchestra?

• The lead violinist

• The conductor

• The composer

• The pianist

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Which family of instruments produces sound by plucking or bowing strings?

• Woodwind Family

• Brass Family

• String Family

• Percussion Family

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How do woodwind instruments produce sound?

• By striking the instrument

• By plucking strings

• By blowing air into the instrument

• By buzzing air into the instrument

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What is a characteristic shared by instruments in the same family?

• They are all made of metal

• They all produce sound in the same way

• They all have the same number of strings

• They are all played with a bow

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Which family of instruments uses valves to change notes?

• String Family

• Woodwind Family

• Brass Family

• Percussion Family

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What is the primary role of the conductor in an orchestra?

• To play the piano

• To compose music

• To keep all the instruments together and playing in time

• To sing the main melody

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Which family of instruments is characterized by buzzing air into the instrument?

• String Family

• Woodwind Family

• Brass Family

• Percussion Family

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What do woodwind players use to choose notes?

• Valves

• Strings

• Keys or holes

• Drumsticks

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Which of the following is NOT a section in an orchestra?

• String

• Woodwind

• Brass

• Vocal

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