Q2 G8 Chinese Musical Instruments

What is the Yueqin commonly used for?

• For playing Western classical music

• As a percussion instrument

• For modern pop music performances

• The Yueqin is commonly used for playing traditional Chinese music and accompanying vocal performances.

How many strings does the Pipa have?

• 8

• 2

• 6

• 4

What is the shape of the Pipa's body?

• Round

• Pear-shaped

• Triangular

• Square

What type of instrument is the Erhu?

• percussion instrument

• brass instrument

• wind instrument

• string instrument

How many gongs are in a Yunluo set?

• 15 to 20

• 5 to 7

• 10 to 12

• 8 to 9

What determines the pitch of the Yunluo's gongs?

• The material used to make the gongs.

• The color of the gongs.

• The shape of the gongs.

• The size and thickness of the gongs.

What is the Sheng also known as?

• Korean sheng

• Japanese sheng

• Vietnamese sheng

• Chinese sheng

How many bamboo pipes can a Sheng have?

• 30 to 50

• 5 to 15

• 10 to 20

• 17 to 36

What must be blocked for a note to sound on the Sheng?

• The instrument must be shaken.

• The keys must be pressed.

• The holes must be blocked.

• The mouthpiece must be covered.

Which instrument is known for its wide dynamic range?

• Guitar

• Flute

• Piano

• Drums