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Question #1

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

A. forte

B. theme and variation

C. largo

D. allegro

Question #2

The main theme of this movement is first played by:

A. the cellos

B. the trumpet

C. the oboes

D. the violins

Question #3

The overall texture of this excerpt is best described as:

A. monophonic

B. homophonic

C. stereophonic

D. polyphonic

Question #4

Which is NOT a characteristic of this section?

A. virtuosic trumpet writing

B. striking changes of dynamics

C. exchanges between trumpet and other instruments

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. mutes

C. trills

D. embouchures