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Mastering the Art of Stringed Instruments

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Which of the following is not a stringed instrument?

  1. Violin

  2. Guitar

  3. Piano

  4. Cello


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Piano is a keyboard instrument, not a stringed instrument.

What is the most common type of stringed instrument?

  1. Violin

  2. Guitar

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guitar is the most popular and widely played stringed instrument in the world.

Which stringed instrument is known for its deep, resonant sound?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Double bass is the largest and lowest-pitched stringed instrument in the violin family.

What is the name of the technique used to pluck the strings of a guitar or other stringed instrument with the fingers?

  1. Strumming

  2. Picking

  3. Plucking

  4. Fingering


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Plucking is the technique of using the fingers to pull the strings of a guitar or other stringed instrument.

Which stringed instrument is often used in classical music and jazz?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Violin is a common instrument in classical music and jazz.

What is the name of the part of a stringed instrument that holds the strings in place?

  1. Bridge

  2. Neck

  3. Body

  4. Tailpiece


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bridge is the part of a stringed instrument that holds the strings in place and transfers their vibrations to the body of the instrument.

Which stringed instrument is known for its high, piercing sound?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Violin is known for its high, piercing sound.

What is the name of the technique used to change the pitch of a stringed instrument by pressing the strings against the fingerboard?

  1. Fingering

  2. Vibrato

  3. Glissando

  4. Portamento


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fingering is the technique of using the fingers to press the strings of a stringed instrument against the fingerboard to change the pitch.

Which stringed instrument is often used in folk and country music?

  1. Violin

  2. Guitar

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guitar is a common instrument in folk and country music.

What is the name of the part of a stringed instrument that is used to tune the strings?

  1. Tuning pegs

  2. Bridge

  3. Neck

  4. Tailpiece


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tuning pegs are the part of a stringed instrument that is used to tune the strings.

Which stringed instrument is known for its mellow, warm sound?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cello is known for its mellow, warm sound.

What is the name of the technique used to create a vibrato effect on a stringed instrument by rapidly moving the finger back and forth on the string?

  1. Fingering

  2. Vibrato

  3. Glissando

  4. Portamento


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vibrato is the technique of using the finger to rapidly move back and forth on the string to create a vibrato effect.

Which stringed instrument is often used in rock and pop music?

  1. Violin

  2. Guitar

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guitar is a common instrument in rock and pop music.

What is the name of the part of a stringed instrument that connects the neck to the body?

  1. Bridge

  2. Neck

  3. Body

  4. Tailpiece


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Neck is the part of a stringed instrument that connects the neck to the body.

Which stringed instrument is known for its bright, clear sound?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double bass


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Viola is known for its bright, clear sound.

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