Great Composers: Beethoven

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1. What was Beethoven's hometown in Germany? Munich Frankfurt Bonn Nuremburg

2. Beethoven had a peaceful, happy childhood. True False

3. What other instruments did Beethoven play besides the piano? organ and flute flute and clarinet violin and organ cello and violin

4. At what age did Beethoven began publishing his sonatas? 13 7 11 10

5. Beethoven studied with Mozart in Vienna. True False

6. "Eroica", one of Beethoven's famous compositions, was originally dedicated to his first and only true love. True False

7. Beethoven's famous fifth symphony opens with a strong BA BA BA BUM. What is the symbolism of these opening notes? a storm approaching the muse awakening the imagination he just wanted to surprise the audience fate knocking on the door

8. What activity would Beethoven partake in for inspiration? take long walks in the country listen to operas read poetry sit quietly and listen to his own thoughts

9. It well known that Beethoven became deaf at nearly the height of his career. How did he manage to keep playing the piano if he was deaf? he totally gave up playing the piano he placed a hand on the key hammer as he played he listened to the vibrations of the piano someone transcribed as he played

10. Although he had achieved fame and fortune in his life, Beethoven never married nor had children. True False