The Sound of Silence Quiz

Who is the narrator of the book 'The Sound of Silence'?

• Yoshio

• Julia Kuo

• Katrina Goldsaito

• Simu Liu

What instrument was the koto player tuning when Yoshio first heard the unique sound?

• Piano

• Violin

• Flute

• Koto

What does the koto player describe as the most beautiful sound?

• The sound of music

• The sound of rain

• The sound of silence

• The sound of laughter

Where does Yoshio go to find silence during recess?

• The music room

• The bamboo grove

• The library

• The school gym

What sounds does Yoshio hear on his way home from school?

• Birds chirping

• Horns of buses and whoosh of bullet trains

• Children playing

• Leaves rustling

Where does Yoshio finally experience silence?

• In the park

• In the classroom before school starts

• In the bamboo grove

• At home during dinner

What realization does Yoshio have about silence?

• Silence exists between and underneath every sound

• Silence is only in nature

• Silence is impossible to find

• Silence is a myth

How does Simu Liu describe the importance of silence?

• As a distraction

• As a rare occurrence

• As a moment for reflection and learning

• As unnecessary

What does Simu Liu suggest we do in moments of silence?

• Sleep

• Reflect and listen to the world around us

• Fill them with noise

• Ignore them

What is the main theme of 'The Sound of Silence'?

• The beauty of music

• The chaos of city life

• The importance of silence and reflection

• The joy of playing instruments