Beehive (Prose): The Sound of Music

Topics in this chapter

• Evelyn's Childhood Deafness
• Evelyn's Music Perception and Determination
• Evelyn's Training and Achievements
• Shehnai Origin and Development
• Bismillah Khan's Life and Honors
• Music, Patriotism, and Cultural Identity

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-9B17B2

   At what age did Evelyn Glennie's deafness become noticeable to her mother?

   1. A.Five years old
   2. B.Eight years old
   3. C.Eleven years old
   4. D.Fourteen years old
   See the answer and solution
2. Question 2Q-AE677E

   Who was the master percussionist that spotted Evelyn's potential and encouraged her?

   1. A.Ron Forbes
   2. B.Ustad Bismillah Khan
   3. C.James Blades
   4. D.Arthur Leon
   See the answer and solution
3. Question 3Q-85D1AC

   How does Evelyn Glennie perceive music during her performances?

   1. A.By reading lip movements of the orchestra members
   2. B.Through her skin, hair, and even the soles of her feet
   3. C.By using specialized hearing aid implants
   4. D.By strictly watching the conductor's baton
   See the answer and solution
4. Question 4Q-7D681E

   Which prestigious award was presented to Evelyn Glennie in 1991?

   1. A.Padma Shri
   2. B.Grammy Award
   3. C.Soloist of the Year Award
   4. D.Queen's Music Medal
   See the answer and solution
5. Question 5Q-B4686A

   Why did Emperor Aurangzeb ban the playing of the pungi in the royal residence?

   1. A.It was too expensive to maintain
   2. B.It produced a shrill and unpleasant sound
   3. C.It was associated with foreign invaders
   4. D.Musicians refused to play it for him
   See the answer and solution