Understanding Bow and Instrument Parts

What is the name of the part of the bow that is held by the player?

• Frog

• Tip

• Stick

• Hair

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which part of the string instrument is responsible for adjusting the pitch of the strings?

• Bridge

• Pegs

• Tailpiece

• Fingerboard

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the part of the bow that is used to tighten or loosen the hair.

• Tip

• Frog

• Screw

• Stick

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the value of a whole note in terms of beats in common time?

• 1 beat

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

• 4 beats

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Which part of the string instrument amplifies the sound produced by the strings?

• Fingerboard

• Bridge

• Body

• Tailpiece

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Explain how the tension of the bow hair affects the sound produced.

• Higher tension produces a softer sound.

• Lower tension produces a sharper sound.

• Higher tension produces a clearer sound.

• Tension does not affect the sound.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the role of the bridge on a string instrument.

• It holds the strings in place.

• It transmits vibrations from the strings to the body.

• It is used to tune the instrument.

• It decorates the instrument.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does the length of the string affect the pitch of the note produced?

• Longer strings produce higher pitches.

• Shorter strings produce lower pitches.

• Longer strings produce lower pitches.

• String length does not affect pitch.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the value of a half note in terms of beats in common time?

• 1 beat

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

• 4 beats

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Compare the function of the fingerboard and the tailpiece on a string instrument.

• Both are used to tune the instrument.

• The fingerboard is for pitch alteration, while the tailpiece holds the strings.

• Both are used to amplify sound.

• The fingerboard holds the strings, while the tailpiece alters pitch.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept