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The sound of Music

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Why did Evelyn remove her shoes during performances?

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  1. Which of the following best describes the message of "The Sound of Music"?

    1. Music is only for talented people.
    2. Courage, dedication, and passion lead to success.
    3. Technology is more important than art.
    4. Success depends only on luck.
  2. What does Bismillah Khan's life teach us?

    1. Success comes without effort.
    2. Hard work, humility, and love for culture are valuable.
    3. Wealth is more important than talent.
    4. Music has no importance in society.
  3. What is the main theme of Evelyn Glennie's story?

    1. Importance of sports
    2. Overcoming disability with determination
    3. History of music
    4. Benefits of wealth
  4. What quality is common to both Evelyn Glennie and Bismillah Khan?

    1. Laziness
    2. Determination and dedication
    3. Fear of challenges
    4. Interest only in money
  5. Why did Bismillah Khan refuse to settle abroad?

    1. He disliked foreign countries.
    2. He loved India and Varanasi deeply.
    3. He did not receive good offers.
    4. He wanted to retire early.
  6. Which highest civilian award did Bismillah Khan receive?

    1. Padma Shri
    2. Padma Bhushan
    3. Bharat Ratna
    4. Padma Vibhushan
  7. Which national event featured Bismillah Khan's memorable shehnai performance?

    1. Republic Day Parade
    2. India's Independence Day celebration
    3. Commonwealth Games
    4. Asian Games
  8. Where was Bismillah Khan born?

    1. Lucknow
    2. Dumraon, Bihar
    3. Varanasi
    4. Delhi
  9. Which musical instrument made Bismillah Khan famous?

    1. Tabla
    2. Flute
    3. Shehnai
    4. Sitar
  10. Which city is closely associated with Ustad Bismillah Khan?

    1. Delhi
    2. Lucknow
    3. Varanasi
    4. Jaipur
  11. Why did Evelyn remove her shoes during performances?

    1. For comfort
    2. To dance better
    3. To feel vibrations through her feet
    4. To follow tradition
  12. Which musical instrument did Evelyn Glennie become famous for playing?

    1. Violin
    2. Piano
    3. Percussion instruments
    4. Guitar
  13. Who encouraged Evelyn to feel music through different parts of her body?

    1. Her father
    2. Ron Forbes
    3. Bismillah Khan
    4. Her school principal
  14. At what age did Evelyn Glennie begin to lose her hearing?

    1. Six years
    2. Eight years
    3. Eleven years
    4. Fifteen years
  15. Who is the author of Part I, "The Sound of Music"?

    1. Deborah Cowley
    2. Bismillah Khan
    3. Evelyn Glennie
    4. Ruskin Bond