How Much You Know Mozart? Quiz
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
In which city was Mozart born?
- A.
Paris
- B.
Rome
- C.
Salzburg
- D.
Vienna
Correct Answer
C. SalzburgExplanation
Mozart was born in Salzburg.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In which year was Mozart born?
Correct Answer
1756Explanation
Mozart was born in the year 1756.Rate this question:
- 3.
Which of the following names have no immediate association with Mozart?
- A.
Constanze Weber
- B.
Nannerl
- C.
Leopold
- D.
Esterhazy
Correct Answer
D. EsterhazyExplanation
Esterhazy is the correct answer because it does not have an immediate association with Mozart. Constanze Weber was Mozart's wife, Nannerl was Mozart's sister, and Leopold was Mozart's father. However, Esterhazy refers to the Esterhazy family, who were patrons of Haydn, not Mozart.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Mozart developed his musical career despite his father's objections.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Mozart's father, Leopold Mozart, actually supported and encouraged his musical career from a very young age. Leopold recognized Mozart's exceptional talent and dedicated himself to nurturing his son's musical abilities. He provided Mozart with extensive musical training and opportunities to perform, even taking him on tours across Europe to showcase his skills. Therefore, the statement that Mozart developed his musical career despite his father's objections is false.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who catalogued Mozart's works?
- A.
Anthony von Hoboken
- B.
Ludwig Koechel
- C.
Peter Ryom
- D.
Wolfgang Schmeider
Correct Answer
B. Ludwig KoechelExplanation
Ludwig Koechel is the correct answer because he is known for cataloguing the works of Mozart. The Koechel catalogue, also known as the Köchel-Verzeichnis, is a comprehensive listing of Mozart's compositions, organized by genre and chronology. Koechel's work has been widely accepted and used by scholars and musicians to reference and study Mozart's compositions.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Name one librettist who collaborated with Mozart.
Correct Answer
Lorenzo da Ponte
da Ponte
Emanuel Schikaneder
SchikanederExplanation
Lorenzo da Ponte and Emanuel Schikaneder are both correct answers to the question. Lorenzo da Ponte was an Italian librettist who collaborated with Mozart on several operas, including "The Marriage of Figaro," "Don Giovanni," and "Così fan tutte." Emanuel Schikaneder, on the other hand, was a German librettist and actor who collaborated with Mozart on the opera "The Magic Flute." Both da Ponte and Schikaneder played significant roles in shaping Mozart's operatic works.Rate this question:
- 7.
How many symphonies did Mozart write?
- A.
9
- B.
27
- C.
41
- D.
104
Correct Answer
C. 41Explanation
Mozart wrote a total of 41 symphonies. This means that he composed and completed 41 pieces of music in the symphony genre.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In which operatic genre did Mozart not participate?
- A.
Opera seria
- B.
Lyric opera
- C.
Opera buffa
- D.
Singspiel
Correct Answer
B. Lyric operaExplanation
Mozart did not participate in the operatic genre of lyric opera. While he composed several operas in different genres, including opera seria, opera buffa, and singspiel, he did not specifically contribute to the development of lyric opera. Lyric opera is characterized by its focus on lyrical melodies and emotional expression, often featuring arias and duets that showcase the vocal abilities of the singers. Mozart's compositions, while highly melodic, did not fall within the specific conventions of lyric opera.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In which genre did Mozart most often appear as composer and soloist?
Correct Answer
concerto
piano concertoExplanation
Mozart most often appeared as a composer and soloist in the genre of concerto, specifically piano concerto. This genre allowed him to showcase his talent as both a composer and a pianist, with the piano taking on a prominent role in the composition. Mozart's piano concertos are highly regarded for their technical complexity, expressive melodies, and innovative structures. His contributions to the concerto genre, particularly in the realm of piano concertos, have had a lasting impact on classical music.Rate this question:
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