How Well Do You Know Aaron Copland?

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1. What city was he born?

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The person was born in New York.

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How Well Do You Know Aaron Copland? - Quiz

Aaron Copland was a professional composer, composition teacher, and writer. He was very passionate about his career. He later became a conductor of his own. Do you think you know more about him? Take our quiz to prove your knowledge of Aaron Copland.

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2. What kind of instruments does Aaron Copland play?        

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Aaron Copland is a renowned American composer and conductor, not a performer. Therefore, it is unlikely that he plays any instruments. This explanation is based on the fact that the question is asking about the instruments he plays, not the instruments he composed for or conducted.

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3. When was Aaron Copland born?

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Aaron Copland was born in 1900.

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4. When did he die?

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The given answer states that he died in 1990.

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5. Where was his last residence?

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The correct answer is New York because it is stated that his "last residence" was in New York. This implies that he lived in New York before moving to another location.

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6.  Aaron suffered from what kind of disease?

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Aaron suffered from Alzheimer's disease, which is a progressive neurological disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is characterized by the gradual loss of cognitive function and is commonly associated with aging. The disease leads to difficulties in daily activities and eventually requires full-time care.

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7. Which of these are his notable works?

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The correct answer is "All of the above" because all three works mentioned - Appalachian Spring, Billy the Kid, and El Salón México - are indeed notable works by the same person.

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8. What was his father's name?

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The correct answer is Harris Morris Copland. This answer is derived from the given options, and it states that Harris Morris Copland was the father's name.

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9. What is his mother's name?

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The correct answer is Sarah Mittenthal Copland because it is the only option that matches the given question asking for "his mother's name". The other options do not specify whose mother's name they are referring to.

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10. Where is Aaron Copland from?

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What city was he born?
What kind of instruments does Aaron Copland play? ...
When was Aaron Copland born?
When did he die?
Where was his last residence?
 Aaron suffered from what kind of disease?
Which of these are his notable works?
What was his father's name?
What is his mother's name?
Where is Aaron Copland from?
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