333.
The primary purpose of the passage is to
a. illustrate the early career and formative
experiences of a musical
prodigy.
b. describe the classical music scene in the eighteenth century.
c. uncover the source of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s musical
genius.
d. prove the importance of starting
a musical instrument at an
early age.
e. denounce Leopold Mozart for exploiting his children’s talent.
334.
According to the passage, Wolfgang
became interested in music
because
a. his father thought it would be profitable.
b. he had a natural talent.
c. he saw his sister learning to play.
d. he came from a musical family.
e. he wanted to go on tour.
335.
What was the consequence of Wolfgang’s first public appearance?
a. He charmed the emperor and empress of Hapsburg.
b. Leopold set his sights on Vienna.
c. Word of Wolfgang’s genius spread to the capital.
d. He mastered the violin.
e. Invitations for the “miracle children” to play poured in.
336.
The author’s attitude toward Leopold Mozart can best be
characterized as
a. vehement condemnation.
b. mild disapproval.
c. glowing admiration.
d. incredulity.
e. veiled disgust.
337.
In line 40,
the word lavish most nearly means
a. wasteful.
b. clean.
c. extravagant.
d. beautiful.
e. glorious.
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338.
The author uses the anecdote about Mozart’s
Kingdom of Back to
illustrate
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