Music Instruments Quiz

Which family of instruments includes the violin, viola, cello, and double bass?

• string

• percussion

• brass

• woodwind

What is the main material used to make strings for string instruments?

• steel, nylon, or gut

• glass, ceramic, or concrete

• wood, plastic, or rubber

• copper, aluminum, or brass

Which instrument is played by blowing air through a mouthpiece and pressing keys or valves?

• brass instrument

• woodwind instrument

• percussion instrument

• string instrument

What is the highest pitched woodwind instrument?

• flute

• clarinet

• saxophone

• piccolo

Which family of instruments includes the trumpet, trombone, and tuba?

• woodwind

• string

• percussion

• brass

Which instrument is played by striking or shaking?

• percussion instrument

• violin

• piano

• guitar

What is the largest instrument in the percussion family?

• maracas

• snare drum

• tambourine

• bass drum

Which family of instruments includes the flute, clarinet, and saxophone?

• percussion

• brass

• string

• woodwind

Which instrument is played by buzzing the lips into a cup-shaped mouthpiece?

• violin

• flute

• trumpet

• saxophone

What is the main material used to make brass instruments?

• wood

• plastic

• brass

• steel