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Question #1

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

A. forte

B. largo

C. allegro

D. theme and variation

Question #2

The main theme of this movement is first played by:

A. the trumpet

B. the cellos

C. the violins

D. the oboes

Question #3

The overall texture of this excerpt is best described as:

A. stereophonic

B. monophonic

C. homophonic

D. polyphonic

Question #4

Which is NOT a characteristic of this section?

A. exchanges between trumpet and other instruments

B. the violins dominate, playing the main theme

C. striking changes of dynamics

D. virtuosic trumpet writing

Question #5

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

A. embouchures

B. mutes

C. tremolos

D. trills