Music History Exam Quiz

Which period of music history is known for its ornate and elaborate style, characterized by the use of harpsichord and organ as prominent instruments?

• Romantic

• Classical

• Baroque

• Renaissance

Who is considered the father of the symphony and string quartet in the Classical music era?

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Joseph Haydn

Which composer is known for his revolutionary compositions and is a prominent figure in the Romantic music period?

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig van Beethoven

In what century did the Baroque music period flourish?

• 15th century

• 19th century

• 21st century

• 17th century

Which famous composer is associated with the Classical music era and is known for his piano sonatas and symphonies?

• Frederic Chopin

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig van Beethoven

What major historical event marked the end of the Baroque music period and the beginning of the Classical music era?

• Death of Johann Sebastian Bach

• Fall of the Roman Empire

• Discovery of electricity

• Invention of the phonograph

Which period of music history is characterized by emotional expression, individualism, and a focus on nature and the supernatural?

• Baroque period

• Romantic period

• Classical period

• Renaissance period

What is the chronological order of the music history periods: Baroque, Classical, and Romantic?

• Baroque, Classical, Romantic

• Romantic, Classical, Baroque

• Baroque, Romantic, Classical

• Classical, Baroque, Romantic

Which composer is known for his operas, symphonic poems, and is a key figure in the Romantic music period?

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Richard Wagner

• Johann Sebastian Bach

What was the primary keyboard instrument used during the Baroque music period?

• harpsichord

• organ

• piano

• accordion