Adolphe Sax, The miraculous survivals before inventing the saxophone

Adolphe Sax, The miraculous survivals before inventing the saxophone

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Performing Arts

11th Grade - University

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Adolf Sax, born in a modest house, invented the saxophone in Paris, revolutionizing music. However, his life was marked by seven near-death experiences, including falls, poisoning, explosions, and drowning. Despite these, he survived and died peacefully in 1894. His invention became iconic in American jazz, ensuring his legacy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Adolf Sax living when he invented the saxophone?

New York

London

Paris

Berlin

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did young Adolf Sax mistakenly drink, thinking it was milk?

Saltwater

Lemon juice

Vinegar

Sulfuric acid

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following incidents did NOT happen to Adolf Sax?

Gunpowder explosion

Falling down stairs

Being struck by lightning

Nearly drowning in a river

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cause of the lifelong scar on Adolf Sax's head?

A sword fight

A roof stone fell on him

A car accident

A childhood illness

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What genre of music did the saxophone become iconic in?

Country

Classical

Rock

Jazz