0

Exploring the Melodies of Stringed Wonders

Description: Welcome to the quiz on "Exploring the Melodies of Stringed Wonders". Test your knowledge about the fascinating world of stringed instruments and their captivating melodies.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: music instruments stringed instruments melodies
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following is a bowed string instrument with four strings?

  1. Violin

  2. Guitar

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The violin is a bowed string instrument with four strings, known for its high-pitched and expressive sound.

What is the largest stringed instrument in the violin family?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Double Bass


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The double bass, also known as the contrabass, is the largest stringed instrument in the violin family, producing low and resonant tones.

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

  1. Piano

  2. Guitar

  3. Saxophone

  4. Cello


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The cello is a bowed string instrument known for its warm and mellow sound, commonly used in classical music and jazz.

What is the name of the traditional Japanese stringed instrument with three strings?

  1. Shamisen

  2. Koto

  3. Tsugaru-jamisen

  4. Biwa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shamisen is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument with three strings, played with a plectrum.

Which stringed instrument is known for its distinctive twanging sound and is often used in country music?

  1. Banjo

  2. Mandolin

  3. Ukulele

  4. Guitar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The banjo is a stringed instrument with a circular body and a long neck, known for its distinctive twanging sound and its use in country music.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that originated in Hawaii and is played by strumming or plucking its strings?

  1. Ukulele

  2. Guitar

  3. Violin

  4. Cello


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ukulele is a small stringed instrument that originated in Hawaii, played by strumming or plucking its strings.

Which stringed instrument is known for its versatility and is used in a wide range of musical genres, from classical to rock?

  1. Guitar

  2. Violin

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The guitar is a versatile stringed instrument with six strings, used in a wide range of musical genres, including classical, rock, pop, and folk.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that is played by plucking its strings with the fingers or a plectrum?

  1. Guitar

  2. Violin

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The guitar is a stringed instrument that is played by plucking its strings with the fingers or a plectrum.

Which stringed instrument is known for its distinctive shape and is often used in classical music?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The violin is a stringed instrument known for its distinctive shape and is often used in classical music.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that is played by bowing its strings?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The violin is a stringed instrument that is played by bowing its strings.

Which stringed instrument is known for its deep and resonant sound and is often used in orchestral music?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The cello is a stringed instrument known for its deep and resonant sound and is often used in orchestral music.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that is played by plucking its strings with the fingers?

  1. Guitar

  2. Violin

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The guitar is a stringed instrument that is played by plucking its strings with the fingers.

Which stringed instrument is known for its delicate and ethereal sound and is often used in classical music?

  1. Violin

  2. Viola

  3. Cello

  4. Harp


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The harp is a stringed instrument known for its delicate and ethereal sound and is often used in classical music.

What is the name of the stringed instrument that is played by striking its strings with a hammer?

  1. Piano

  2. Guitar

  3. Cello

  4. Dulcimer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The dulcimer is a stringed instrument that is played by striking its strings with a hammer.

Which stringed instrument is known for its bright and twangy sound and is often used in folk and country music?

  1. Banjo

  2. Mandolin

  3. Ukulele

  4. Guitar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The banjo is a stringed instrument known for its bright and twangy sound and is often used in folk and country music.

- Hide questions