- 1. William Amadeus Mozart, often simply known as Mozart, was an iconic and transcendental figure in the history of music, renowned for his profound contributions to the classical genre. Born on January 27, 1756, in Salzburg, which was then part of the Holy Roman Empire, he displayed prodigious musical talent from an early age. His father, Leopold Mozart, an esteemed composer and music teacher, recognized his son's extraordinary skills and began to tour Europe with him and his sister, Nannerl, showcasing their talents to noble audiences. Over his lifetime, Mozart composed more than 600 works, including symphonies, operas, chamber music, and choral compositions, that exemplified clarity, balance, and emotional depth. His operas, such as 'The Marriage of Figaro', 'Don Giovanni', and 'The Magic Flute', challenged the norms of his time, integrating complex characters and intricate narratives with sublime music. Despite his achievements, Mozart struggled financially throughout his life, facing the harsh realities of patronage in the world of classical music. He died tragically young at the age of 35 on December 5, 1791, leaving behind a legacy that would influence generations of musicians and composers. His ability to blend different musical genres, perfect his craft, and innovate on the classical tradition has earned him eternal recognition as one of the greatest composers in Western music history, and his works continue to resonate and inspire audiences worldwide.
In which country was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart born?
A) Austria
B) France
C) Germany
D) Italy
- 2. At what age did Mozart start composing music?
A) 5
B) 20
C) 10
D) 15
- 3. Which musical genre is Mozart most famous for?
A) Jazz
B) Rock
C) Hip hop
D) Classical
- 4. Mozart's Requiem Mass in D minor was left incomplete at his death. Who completed the composition?
A) Johann Sebastian Bach
B) Franz Xaver Süssmayr
C) Ludwig van Beethoven
D) Antonio Salieri
- 5. How many symphonies did Mozart compose?
A) 20
B) 30
C) 50
D) 41
- 6. Which emperor knighted Mozart in 1781?
A) Frederick the Great
B) Napoleon Bonaparte
C) Tsar Alexander I
D) Joseph II
- 7. Mozart's father, Leopold Mozart, was a famous composer and performer of what instrument?
A) Cello
B) Violin
C) Piano
D) Trumpet
- 8. In which year did Mozart die?
A) 1820
B) 1756
C) 1791
D) 1800
- 9. Which city is considered to be Mozart's musical home?
A) Paris
B) London
C) Rome
D) Vienna
- 10. What was the first name of Mozart's father and teacher?
A) Wolfgang
B) Leopold
C) Johann
D) Antonio
- 11. Which famous composer was known to be a rival of Mozart during his time?
A) Franz Schubert
B) Joseph Haydn
C) Ludwig van Beethoven
D) Antonio Salieri
- 12. Mozart's opera 'The Magic Flute' was written in what language?
A) French
B) Italian
C) German
D) English
- 13. What was the name of Mozart's oldest and only surviving sibling?
A) Alois
B) Sophie
C) Nannerl
D) Alfred
- 14. Mozart's original middle name was not Amadeus. What was it?
A) Antonio
B) Ludwig
C) Franz
D) Theophilus
- 15. Mozart's 'Don Giovanni' is a famous opera in what language?
A) German
B) French
C) Italian
D) English
- 16. Mozart's 'Symphony No. 41' is also known by what name?
A) Pastoral
B) Moonlight
C) Jupiter
D) Eroica
- 17. Mozart was a Freemason. Which of his famous operas features Masonic themes?
A) Cosi fan tutte
B) The Magic Flute
C) The Marriage of Figaro
D) Don Giovanni
- 18. In which year did Mozart compose his first symphony?
A) 1788
B) 1764
C) 1776
D) 1799
- 19. Mozart and which other composer are responsible for the creation of Sonata form in music?
A) Johann Sebastian Bach
B) Antonio Vivaldi
C) Ludwig van Beethoven
D) Joseph Haydn
- 20. 'Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major' is a well-known piece by Mozart often referred to by what nickname?
A) Sonata facile
B) Appassionata Sonata
C) Pathetique Sonata
D) Moonlight Sonata
- 21. In which city was William Amadeus Mozart born?
A) Paris
B) Prague
C) Salzburg
D) Vienna
- 22. Which musical instrument was William Amadeus Mozart best known for playing?
A) Flute
B) Trumpet
C) Violin
D) Piano
- 23. Which of the following is a famous piano concerto by William Amadeus Mozart?
A) Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major
B) Symphony No. 5 in C minor
C) Violin Concerto in E minor
D) Overture to The Marriage of Figaro
- 24. In which year did William Amadeus Mozart marry Constanze Weber?
A) 1776
B) 1801
C) 1795
D) 1782
- 25. What was the nickname given to William Amadeus Mozart by his family?
A) Wolfie
B) Mozzy
C) Billy
D) Amadeo
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