Learning Outcomes in Classical Symphony

What is a symphony generally composed of?

• A single movement

• Two movements

• Three movements

• Four movements

What is the origin of the word 'symphony'?

• From the word 'Sonata'

• From the word 'Sinfonia'

• From the word 'Symphony'

• From the word 'Concerto'

In which period did the symphony originate?

• Classical Period

• Romantic Period

• Baroque Period

• Modern Period

What is the typical form of the first movement in a symphony?

• Rondo Form

• Minuet & Trio

• Sonata Form

• Theme & Variation

What is the typical tempo of the fourth movement in a symphony?

• Slow Tempo

• Moderate Tempo

• Fast Tempo

• Variable Tempo

Which of the following forms is NOT mentioned as a clearly definable form in classical music?

• Fugue

• Rondo

• Ternary

• Sonata

What type of harmony did composers in the classical era primarily use?

• Functional Harmony

• Atonal Harmony

• Serial Harmony

• Impressionistic Harmony

How were melodies in classical music typically described?

• Highly structured and balanced

• Free-form and abstract

• Dissonant and complex

• Unpredictable and chaotic

What was a limitation for composers regarding instrumentation during the classical era?

• Availability of instruments

• Lack of musical knowledge

• Excessive use of technology

• Overabundance of musicians

What type of texture was predominantly used in classical music?

• Melody-dominated homophony

• Polyphonic texture

• Monophonic texture

• Heterophonic texture