Instruments of the Orchestra – Families of Instruments
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Instruments of the Orchestra – Families of Instruments
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Instruments of the Orchestra – Families of Instruments
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Instructions: Please read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple choice questions, circle the letter of the correct answer. For short answer questions, provide a brief written response. True/False questions should be marked clearly.
A
Multiple Choice Questions
Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
Which family of instruments does the violin belong to?
AA) Woodwind
BB) Brass
CC) Percussion
DD) Strings
2.
Which of the following is a woodwind instrument?
AA) Trumpet
BB) Clarinet
CC) Timpani
DD) Viola
3.
What is the primary way brass instruments produce sound?
AA) Bowing
BB) Air vibration through lips
CC) Striking
DD) Reed vibration
4.
Which instrument is not part of the percussion family?
AA) Snare Drum
BB) Tuba
CC) Marimba
DD) Cymbals
5.
What technique is commonly used to play string instruments?
AA) Blowing
BB) Bowing
CC) Striking
DD) Plucking
6.
Which of the following instruments is typically considered a double reed?
AA) Oboe
BB) Flute
CC) Trumpet
DD) Bassoon
7.
What is the highest sounding member of the string family?
AA) Cello
BB) Viola
CC) Violin
DD) Double Bass
8.
Which brass instrument is known for its slide?
AA) Trumpet
BB) Trombone
CC) French Horn
DD) Tuba
9.
Which of the following is a characteristic of percussion instruments?
AA) They have strings
BB) They require air to produce sound
CC) They are struck or shaken
DD) They have reeds
10.
Which of the following instruments is part of the brass family?
AA) Oboe
BB) Clarinet
CC) Trumpet
DD) Cello
B
True/False Questions
Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
The flute is a string instrument.
2.
All percussion instruments are played by striking them.
3.
The cello is a member of the string family.
C
Short Answer Questions
Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Name two instruments from the woodwind family.
2.
Describe one method of playing a string instrument.
3.
Explain the difference between a single reed and a double reed instrument.
4.
What is the role of percussion instruments in an orchestra?
5.
List one example of a brass instrument and describe its unique feature.
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