The Remarkable Farkle McBride

What instrument did Farkle McBride play superbly when he was three years old?

• Flute

• Violin

• Trombone

• Harp

What instrument did Farkle McBride master when he was five years old?

• Clarinet

• Oboe

• Flute

• Bassoon

What was Farkle McBride's reaction to playing the flute at age six?

• He loved it and played it all day

• He found it too challenging and gave up

• He threw it into a lake because he found it "wimpy and whiny and shrill"

• He decided to learn another woodwind instrument

Which instrument did Farkle McBride become an expert at when he was seven years old?

• Trumpet

• French Horn

• Tuba

• Trombone

What was Farkle's reaction to playing the trombone?

• He loved it and played it with passion.

• He tolerated it for his parents' sake.

• He despised it, finding its blare unbearable.

• He ignored it and played other instruments instead.

Which instruments did Farkle learn to play when he was nine years old?

• Trumpet, trombone, and tuba

• Xylophone, cymbals, and drum

• Violin, viola, and cello

• Flute, clarinet, and oboe

After trying all the percussion instruments, what was Farkle's ultimate feeling about them?

• Bored

• Happy

• Mad

• Sleepy

What did Farkle discover was his favorite sound when he was ten?

• The sound of a single, perfectly played instrument.

• The quiet moments of silence in a performance.

• The harmonious sound of all musicians playing together.

• The loud and powerful beat of the bass drum.

Select your favorite instrument family.

• Woodwinds

• Brass

• Strings

• Percussion