Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s was the only-surviving son of Leopold and Maria Pertl Mozart. Leopold was a successful composer, violinist, and assistant concert master at the Salzburg court. Wolfgang's mother, a constantly ill housewife, was born to a middle class family of local community leaders. His only sister was Maria Anna. With their father’s encouragement and guidance, they both were introduced to music at an early age. Leopold started Anna on keyboard when she was seven, as three-year old Wolfgang looked on. Mimicking her playing, Wolfgang quickly began to show a strong understanding of chords, tonality, and tempo. Soon, he too was being tutored by his father.
Leopold was a devoted and task-oriented teacher to both his children. He made the lessons fun, but also insisted on a strong work ethic and perfection. Fortunately, both children excelled well in these areas. Recognising their special talents, Leopold devoted much of his time to their education in music as well as other subjects. Wolfgang soon showed signs of excelling beyond his father's teachings with an early composition at age five and demonstrating outstanding ability on harpsichord and the violin. He would soon go on to play the piano, organ and viola
Question 26. Which of the following is true about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?
A. He was the only child in his family.
B. His father played many roles in music community in Salzburg.
C. He started to expose himself to music at the age of seven.
D. His mother was a local community leader.
Question 27. When looking Anna playing piano, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart....
A. Composed music
B. Imitated her
C. Played violin
D. Introduced music to her
Question 28. The word “devoted” in the passage is closest in meaning to.....
A Inconstant B. Strict C. Committed D. Only
Question 29. Mozart’s father.....
A. Created lessons which were not fun
B. Required only perfection
C. Did not ask for work morality
D. Was his early tutor
Question 30. The word “outstanding” in the passage is closest in meaning to.....
A. Ordinary B. Normal C. Average D. Impressive
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Question 26: Which of the following is true about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?
A. He was the only child in his family.
This is incorrect because Mozart had a sister named Maria Anna.
B. His father played many roles in the music community in Salzburg.
This is correct. The passage mentions that Leopold Mozart was a composer, violinist, and assistant concert master at the Salzburg court, which implies he played many roles in the local music community.
C. He started to expose himself to music at the age of seven.
This is incorrect. According to the passage, Wolfgang began showing an interest in music much earlier, as a three-year-old, when he mimicked his sister's piano playing.
D. His mother was a local community leader.
This is incorrect. The passage says his mother was a housewife from a middle-class family, not a local community leader.
Answer: B. His father played many roles in the music community in Salzburg.
Question 27: When looking at Anna playing piano, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart....
A. Composed music
This is incorrect. The passage does not say that Wolfgang composed music at this point. It mentions that he mimicked his sister’s playing.
B. Imitated her
This is correct. The passage states that Wolfgang mimicked Anna’s playing, which led to his early understanding of music.
C. Played violin
This is incorrect. While Wolfgang eventually played the violin, there is no mention of him playing it when he was observing his sister.
D. Introduced music to her
This is incorrect. The passage says that Wolfgang was learning music from his father, not the other way around.
Answer: B. Imitated her.
Question 28: The word “devoted” in the passage is closest in meaning to.....
A. Inconstant
This is incorrect. "Inconstant" means changing frequently, which is the opposite of "devoted."
B. Strict
This is not the best match. While the passage mentions that Leopold insisted on a strong work ethic and perfection, the word "devoted" implies dedication, which is different from "strict."
C. Committed
This is correct. "Devoted" means showing a lot of commitment or dedication, especially to a task or a cause, which fits the context of Leopold’s dedication to his children's education.
D. Only
This is incorrect. "Only" does not match the meaning of "devoted."
Answer: C. Committed.
Question 29: Mozart’s father.....
A. Created lessons which were not fun
This is incorrect. The passage states that Leopold made the lessons fun while also insisting on a strong work ethic.
B. Required only perfection
This is partially true but misleading. The passage states that Leopold insisted on perfection but also made the lessons fun and emphasized a strong work ethic, not just perfection.
C. Did not ask for work morality
This is incorrect. The passage clearly states that Leopold insisted on a strong work ethic, meaning he did emphasize work morality.
D. Was his early tutor
This is correct. The passage mentions that Leopold was Wolfgang’s early tutor, guiding him in music and other subjects.
Answer: D. Was his early tutor.
Question 30: The word “outstanding” in the passage is closest in meaning to.....
A. Ordinary
This is incorrect. "Outstanding" means exceptional, not ordinary.
B. Normal
This is incorrect. "Outstanding" means above average or remarkable, which is the opposite of "normal."
C. Average
This is incorrect. "Outstanding" means something much better than average.
D. Impressive
This is correct. "Outstanding" means impressive or remarkable, which fits the context of Wolfgang’s ability and early achievements.
Answer: D. Impressive.
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Let's go through each question and identify the correct answers based on the passage provided.
Question 26: Which of the following is true about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?A. He was the only child in his family.
B. His father played many roles in music community in Salzburg.
C. He started to expose himself to music at the age of seven.
D. His mother was a local community leader.
Correct Answer: B.
- Explanation: The passage states that Leopold Mozart was "a successful composer, violinist, and assistant concert master at the Salzburg court," indicating he played multiple roles in the music community of Salzburg. Therefore, option B is correct.
A. Composed music
B. Imitated her
C. Played violin
D. Introduced music to her
Correct Answer: B.
- Explanation: The passage mentions, "Mimicking her playing, Wolfgang quickly began to show a strong understanding of chords, tonality, and tempo." Thus, the correct answer is that Wolfgang imitated her, making option B the correct choice.
A. Inconstant
B. Strict
C. Committed
D. Only
Correct Answer: C.
- Explanation: The word "devoted" means being committed or dedicated. Therefore, the closest synonym from the options is C, "Committed."
A. Created lessons which were not fun
B. Required only perfection
C. Did not ask for work morality
D. Was his early tutor
Correct Answer: D.
- Explanation: The passage states that Leopold Mozart was Wolfgang's early tutor: "Soon, he too was being tutored by his father." Thus, the correct answer is D.
A. Ordinary
B. Normal
C. Average
D. Impressive
Correct Answer: D.
- Explanation: The word "outstanding" is synonymous with "impressive," meaning exceptionally good or notable. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.
- B
- B
- C
- D
- D
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