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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Trivia Quiz

The Genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

A multiple-choice quiz by vendome. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
vendome

Time
6 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
2,470

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Difficult

Avg Score
4 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his first complete symphony (Symphony No. 1 in E Flat) at what age? Hint

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Question 2 of 10

2. It took the young Mozart two months to complete his first complete symphony while on a tour of western Europe with his father and sister. What city was the work composed in? Hint

Paris

Brussels

the Hague

London

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Symphony in F, thought to be Mozart's third composition, was discovered in 1981, written in his father's hand among some private papers, in what city? Hint

London

Vienna

Munich

Saltzburg

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 1768, Leopold Mozart overstayed his leave of absence granted him from his duties at the Saltzburg court, because a crisis had developed involving young Wolfgang. What was it? Hint

Wolfgang told his father that he no longer wanted to perform with his sister

Wolfgang told his father that he no longer wanted to act like a 'trained monkey'

rumors began circulating that Wolfgang was a fraud

Wolfgang told his father that he no longer wanted to compose

5. Early in his travels, the young Mozart performed at Schonbrun Palace where he was well received and highly praised for his efforts. At the end of one of his concerts, he jumped into the lap of a young lady in the audience and asked, 'Will you marry me?' Who was the young lady? Hint

Empress Maria Theresa, wife of the Holy Roman Emperor

the Archduchess Maria Antonia, the future Marie Antoinette

Princess May of Teck, the Future Queen Alexandra of England

Princess Maria Adelaide, future Queen of France

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Question 6 of 10

6. A major reason that Mozart's compositions were so prolific was that he based many of his compositions on what? Hint

his own previously composed works

specific requests for compositional themes by his sponsors

existing structures for symphonies, masses, etc

'borrowed works' from other composers

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Question 7 of 10

7. How many symphonies did Mozart compose between the ages of 8 and 19? Hint

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Question 8 of 10

8. Mozart composed his first choral mass for 4 part choir, 2 vioins, viola, bass and organ at what age? Hint

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Question 9 of 10

9. A famous composer once said to Leopold, 'Before God and as an honest man I tell you that your son is the greatest composer known to me.' Who said this? Hint

Haydn

Beethoven

Handel

Schubert

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Question 10 of 10

10. Mozart died in December of 1791 at age 35. Where is he buried? Hint

St. Peter's Cemetery, Salzburg, Austria

Westminster Abbey, London, England

St. Stefan's Cathedral, Vienna, Austria

an unmarked grave in Vienna, Austria

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his first complete symphony (Symphony No. 1 in E Flat) at what age?

Answer: 8

The lively, bright Symphony No. 1 in E Flat was composed in 1764. It was the child genius' first complete symphony, containing three parts: allegro molto, andante, and presto.

2. It took the young Mozart two months to complete his first complete symphony while on a tour of western Europe with his father and sister. What city was the work composed in?

Answer: London

While the elder Mozart was recuperating from a serious throat ailment in London, Mozart and his sister were not permitted to touch the keyboard. So, to occupy themselves, Wolfgang composed the work in his mind while his sister transcribed it. According to his sister, Wolfgang told her to '...be sure to remind me to give the horn something worthwhile to do.'

3. The Symphony in F, thought to be Mozart's third composition, was discovered in 1981, written in his father's hand among some private papers, in what city?

Answer: Munich

The Symphony, written in Leopold Mozart's hand, was entitled, 'Sinfonia in F a 2 Violinj.2 Hautb. 2 Cornj. Viola e Basso.di Wolfgango Mozart.compositore de 9 anj'

4. In 1768, Leopold Mozart overstayed his leave of absence granted him from his duties at the Saltzburg court, because a crisis had developed involving young Wolfgang. What was it?

Answer: rumors began circulating that Wolfgang was a fraud

In overstaying his leave of absence, the Archbishop of Saltzburg cut off all payments to Leopold. However, since rumors were rampant that young Wolfgang was a fraud, and that in fact it was Leopold who did all of the composing, Leopold felt that he could not leave Vienna until he and his son were vindicated. Wolfgang's composition of a comic opera, 'La Finta Semplice', seemed to quiet the opponents, but further delayed Leopold's return.

Answer: the Archduchess Maria Antonia, the future Marie Antoinette

The beautiful Archduchess Maria Antonia, the future Queen Marie Antoinette of France, was captivated by the young Mozart and, after helping him up and brushing him off after he stumbled, was asked the innocent marriage proposal.

6. A major reason that Mozart's compositions were so prolific was that he based many of his compositions on what?

Answer: his own previously composed works

The main reason was his re-working of previously composed works, though there is some truth to the other answer options also. For example, the 'andante' of Symphony No. 6 in F was a re-working of his composition 'Apollo et {Hyacinthus';} the overture for 'La Finta Semplice' was re-worked from the Symphony No. 7 in D, etc.

This is not to take away from his genius; this was a common practice at the time among composers.

7. How many symphonies did Mozart compose between the ages of 8 and 19?

Answer: 33

Mozart's 33 symphonies written during his first 18 years represented over one half of the total number of symphonies written in his lifetime.

8. Mozart composed his first choral mass for 4 part choir, 2 vioins, viola, bass and organ at what age?

Answer: 12

In 1768, Leopold Mozart spent the entire year with his two children in {Vienna;} Mozart composed his earliest surviving mass, probably in October or November, the Misa Brevis in G. Though choppy and rudimentary when compared to his later works, the unity of movements with the extensive text involved in a mass, as done by a 12 year old, is astonishing.

9. A famous composer once said to Leopold, 'Before God and as an honest man I tell you that your son is the greatest composer known to me.' Who said this?

Answer: Haydn

Franz Josef Haydn was captivaed by the young Mozart, and felt that his was '...the most profound knowledge of composition..' extant.

10. Mozart died in December of 1791 at age 35. Where is he buried?

Answer: an unmarked grave in Vienna, Austria

Mozart was almost bankrupt when he died and, due to lack of funds, was placed in an unmarked grave. Hisory did not record its location.

Source: Author vendome

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