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Quiz Set 3 — Instruments
Answer all 10 questions. Click an option to see if you got it right!
Question 1 of 10
Which legendary guitarist was known as 'Slowhand'?
Eric Clapton earned the nickname 'Slowhand' during his time with The Yardbirds in the 1960s.
Question 2 of 10
What is the world's most popular instrument?
The human voice (singing) is considered the world's most widely used musical instrument.
Question 3 of 10
What genre did Elvis Presley popularize?
Elvis Presley is the 'King of Rock and Roll', helping bring the genre to mainstream popularity.
Question 4 of 10
How many strings does a standard violin have?
A standard violin has 4 strings tuned G-D-A-E from lowest to highest pitch.
Question 5 of 10
What is a musical interval of eight notes?
An octave spans eight notes, from one pitch to the next pitch of the same name.
Question 6 of 10
Who is known as the 'King of Jazz'?
Louis Armstrong is widely regarded as the 'King of Jazz' for his pioneering contributions.
Question 7 of 10
What is the collective term for stringed instruments in an orchestra?
The string section of an orchestra includes violins, violas, cellos, and double basses.
Question 8 of 10
What does 'D.C.' mean in sheet music?
'Da Capo' (D.C.) is an Italian instruction meaning 'from the head' — repeat from the beginning.
Question 9 of 10
What key uses no sharps or flats?
C major is the 'natural' scale using only the white keys of a piano — no sharps or flats.
Question 10 of 10
What instrument family does the trumpet belong to?
The trumpet is a brass instrument — players blow through a cup-shaped mouthpiece.
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