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Question #1

The tempo of the opening of this movement is best described as:

A. theme and variation

B. largo

C. forte

D. allegro

Question #2

The main theme of this movement is first played by:

A. the violins

B. the oboes

C. the cellos

D. the trumpet

Question #3

The overall texture of this excerpt is best described as:

A. monophonic

B. polyphonic

C. stereophonic

D. homophonic

Question #4

Which is NOT a characteristic of this section?

A. exchanges between trumpet and other instruments

B. striking changes of dynamics

C. virtuosic trumpet writing

D. the violins dominate, playing the main theme

Question #5

Which term best describes the special effect used by the trumpet playing in this excerpt?

A. tremolos

B. trills

C. embouchures

D. mutes