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Question #1

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

A. theme and variation

B. forte

C. allegro

D. largo

Question #2

The main theme of this movement is first played by:

A. the oboes

B. the cellos

C. the trumpet

D. the violins

Question #3

The overall texture of this excerpt is best described as:

A. polyphonic

B. monophonic

C. stereophonic

D. homophonic

Question #4

Which is NOT a characteristic of this section?

A. virtuosic trumpet writing

B. exchanges between trumpet and other instruments

C. striking changes of dynamics

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. embouchures

B. mutes

C. trills

D. tremolos