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A violin is made from wood. Wood is the primary material used in the construction of violins due to its acoustic properties. Different types of wood, such as spruce for the top plate and maple for the back and sides, are carefully selected and carved to create the body of the violin. The resonating qualities of wood allow the instrument to produce the rich and warm sound that is characteristic of a violin.

There are four pegs because the answer states "Four" and it is the only option provided.

The bottom of the violin bow is called the frog. The frog is the part of the bow that is held by the musician and is usually made of ebony or another type of hardwood. It is located at the opposite end of the bow from the tip and is where the musician places their fingers to control the tension and movement of the bow. The frog also contains the mechanism that tightens or loosens the bow hair.

The lowest note that can be played on the violin is G. This is because the violin is tuned in fifths, with the open strings being G, D, A, and E. The G string is the lowest and thickest string on the violin, producing the lowest pitch when played without any finger placement.

The first finger on the E string corresponds to the note F. This is because when playing a guitar or a similar string instrument, the fingers are typically numbered starting from the index finger as the first finger. The E string is the thickest string and when the first finger is placed on it, it creates the note F.

Pegs are used to tune the violin when it is very out of tune. Pegs are wooden or metal shafts that are inserted into the pegbox of the violin. By turning the pegs, the tension of the strings can be adjusted, allowing for tuning. Fine tuners, on the other hand, are used for small adjustments when the violin is only slightly out of tune. Pliers are not used for tuning the violin.

Playing closer to the bridge will result in a stronger and louder sound, which is desired for playing forte. When you play closer to the bridge, the strings have less space to vibrate, causing them to vibrate with more tension and produce a brighter and more powerful sound. On the other hand, playing farther away from the bridge allows the strings to vibrate more freely, resulting in a softer and less intense sound. Therefore, in order to achieve a forte sound, it is recommended to play closer to the bridge.

The Latin term "Arco" is used in music notation to indicate that the performer should return to bowing the strings of a string instrument after using the pizzicato technique (plucking the strings). This term is commonly used in orchestral and chamber music scores to instruct the string players on the desired articulation and sound production.

Half position is one of the positions on the violin. In half position, the fingers are placed halfway between the notes of the open strings and the first finger positions. This position allows the player to reach higher notes on the violin without shifting the hand all the way up the fingerboard. It is commonly used in various musical pieces and is an important technique for violinists to master.

"C-bouts" are curved sections on the upper and lower bouts of a stringed instrument, such as a violin or cello. These curved sections help with bow clearance, meaning they provide more space for the bow to move freely without hitting the body of the instrument. This allows the musician to play with smoother and more fluid bowing techniques, enhancing their overall performance.