Exploring Orchestra Instrument Families

Which of the following instruments is a woodwind instrument?

• Trumpet

• Flute

• Violin

• Drum

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Which characteristic is common to all brass instruments?

• They have strings.

• They are played with a bow.

• They have a mouthpiece.

• They are struck with a mallet.

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Which family does the cello belong to?

• Woodwind

• Brass

• String

• Percussion

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Which of the following is an example of a percussion instrument?

• Clarinet

• Trombone

• Violin

• Snare Drum

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Where do the string instruments typically sit in an orchestra?

• In the back

• In the front

• On the left side

• On the right side

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Which of the following instruments is NOT a woodwind instrument?

• Oboe

• Saxophone

• Tuba

• Bassoon

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What is a common feature of string instruments?

• They are made of brass.

• They have reeds.

• They have strings that can be plucked or bowed.

• They are played by striking with sticks.

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Which instrument is part of the brass family?

• Flute

• Trumpet

• Cello

• Xylophone

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Which of the following is a characteristic of woodwind instruments?

• They are always made of wood.

• They use a reed or air to produce sound.

• They have valves.

• They are played with a bow.

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Which instrument is typically found in the percussion section of an orchestra?

• Violin

• Trombone

• Timpani

• Clarinet

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