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Question #1

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

A. allegro

B. largo

C. theme and variation

D. forte

Question #2

The main theme of this movement is first played by:

A. the oboes

B. the violins

C. the trumpet

D. the cellos

Question #3

The overall texture of this excerpt is best described as:

A. monophonic

B. homophonic

C. polyphonic

D. stereophonic

Question #4

Which is NOT a characteristic of this section?

A. virtuosic trumpet writing

B. exchanges between trumpet and other instruments

C. the violins dominate, playing the main theme

D. striking changes of dynamics

Question #5

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

A. mutes

B. trills

C. tremolos

D. embouchures