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WorksheetsALC ADV1 2.3 Beethoven + Review
Total questions: 47
Worksheet time: 41mins
The gifted young Ludwig van Beethoven had already composed his first piece of music by the time he was twelve. __, at the age of 16, he went to study in Vienna, Austria.
Likewise
Then
Since
Now that
At the time, Vienna was the __ of European cultural life and home to the most brilliant musicians and composers of the period. Beethoven proved to be an imaginative composer.
heart
importance
well-known
beginning
__ Beethoven remember for his great genius, but also for his strong and difficult personality.
Neither is
Even if
Not only is
However
In one famous incident, Beethoven became so annoyed with a waiter that he behaved rudely, emptying a plate of food over the man's head. __, he could be quite egotistical, saying once, "There are and will be thousands of princes. There is only one Beethoven."
In contrast
In addition
While
As a result
__ anyone in the audience talked during a concert, he would stop immediately and walk out.
For instance
While
If
Because
Many in musical and aristocratic circles admired Beethoven __ his difficult behavior.
despite
during
even so
even if
They knew he might loose his __ at any time, but they always forgave his insults and moody temperament.
music
mind
personality
temper
Beethoven was also well-known for his __ and eccentric behavior. He often walked through the streets of Vienna muttering to himself, and he completely neglected his personal appearance.
charming
strange
amusing
likeable
Because he would always let his clothes get dirty, his friends would __ during the night and replace them with new ones.
visit
relax
woory
leave
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: having a natural ability to do one or more things extremely well?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: behaving in an unusual way or appearing different from most people?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: very active, physically and mentally?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: showing a strong liking for something and being very dedicated to it?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: having moods that change often (not exactly becoming quickly and easily annoyed or unhappy, but that happens, too)?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: able to think of new and interesting ideas?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: never satisfied and hard to please?
(a)
What's the vocabulary word from Unit 2 that means: believing oneself to be better or more important that other people?
(a)
Which of these famous works was not composed by Ludwig van Beethoven?
Für Elise
Turkish March
Symphony No. 9 ("Choral")
Don Giovani
Fidelio
Samantha is a very __ musician. She started playing the guitar when she was four and had learned piano and 3 other instruments before her sixth birthday.
eccentric
passionate
energetic
gifted
moody
My neighbor has a lot of hats. It seems like a new one every day, but he told me it's only 40. You could say he's a bit __.
eccentric
passionate
energetic
gifted
moody
Donald is an extremely __ person. He only thinks of himself.
eccentric
passionate
energetic
gifted
egotistical
My sister is really __. She's always doing something productive.
eccentric
passionate
energetic
gifted
egotistical
Richard has been so ___ lately. He is either on cloud 9, crying, or gets angry at the smallest things. You can never know how he'll react to anything.
eccentric
passionate
energetic
moody
egotistical
Re-write the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
Life without the arts wouldn't be much fun.
(a)
Re-write the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
I don't like a band whose music is really commercial.
(a)
Re-write the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
The beat made everyone feel like dancing.
(a)
Re-write the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
They should go see something that's playing on Broadway.
(a)
Which is correct?
I've already written two reports for my boss this month.
I've already been writing two reports for my boss this month.
Which is correct?
They've never heard about art therapy before.
They've never been hearing about art therapy before.
Which is correct?
Kate hasn't seen the move Interstellar yet, but all her friends have been telling her how great it is.
Kate hasn't been seeing the move Interstellar yet, but all her friends have been telling her how great it is.
Which is correct?
Most likely, Lance has studied late. His bedroom light is still on.
Most likely, Lance has been studying late. His bedroom light is still on.
Which is correct?
We haven't made reservations for our flight yet.
We haven't been making reservations for our flight yet.
Which is correct?
I bet you've cooked. I can smell the rfissa from the hallway!
I bet you've been cooking. I can smell the rfissa from the hallway!
Tina is ________ with her friends because they didn't invite her out.
annoyed
annoying
Thunderstorms make me ............
scaring
scared
amazing
amazed
It was a very special moment when they found each other. It brought tears to my eyes. I was ____________________.
amused
amazed
moved
interested
Write a sentence about singers, bands, or music you don't care for using the adjective dated.
Write a sentence about singers, bands, or music you don't care for using the adjective commercial.
Rewrite the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
I miss playing the kamenjah.
(a)
Rewrite the statement as a cleft sentence with What:
I'd like to see Mumford & Sons in concert more than anything.
(a)
What is the capital of New York State?
Albany
Buffalo
New York City
Syracuse
Rochester
What is the largest city and economic capital of New York State?
Albany
Buffalo
New York City
Syracuse
Rochester
Which of these famous tourist attractions is not in New York State?
Niagara Falls
The Grand Canyon
The Statue of Liberty
The Baseball Hall of Fame
Woodstock (where that amazing music festival was held in 1969)
