Descant Recorder

15 Grade 7 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Descant Recorder, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Correct posture when playing the descant recorder helps breathing and finger movement. A player should sit or stand:

   A. Lying on the back

   B. Upright with shoulders relaxed

   C. Turned away from the music

   D. Slouched over the desk

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   A learner blows too hard into the descant recorder and the note sounds sharp and squeaky. The BEST correction is to:

   A. Cover the mouthpiece completely

   B. Blow even harder

   C. Blow gently with steady, controlled air

   D. Remove all fingers from the holes

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   Identify TWO main parts of the descant recorder and state the function of each.

   (4 marks)

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   2 marks per part (1 name, 1 function), max 4. Head joint/mouthpiece - where the player blows air in to produce sound. Body/middle joint with finger holes - covering/uncovering holes changes the pitch of the notes. Foot joint - has the lowest hole and directs the sound out. Any two accepted.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   When several learners play the same tune together on their descant recorders at the same pitch, they are playing in:

   A. A round only

   B. Silence

   C. Harmony of thirds

   D. Unison

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5. Question 5

   5 marks

   The descant recorder must be cared for to last long.

   (a) State TWO ways of caring for a descant recorder.

   (b) Give ONE reason why cleaning the recorder after use is important.

   (5 marks)

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   (a) 1 mark each, max 2: swab/clean and dry the inside after use; store it in its case; keep it away from heat/sunlight; do not drop it; wash the mouthpiece with mild soap. (b) 2 marks for reason: removes moisture/saliva that can cause bad smell, mould or damage and keeps it hygienic.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   When Faith covers all the holes of her descant recorder and blows gently, she is reminded to keep her fingers in a particular position over the holes. To get a clear note, her finger pads must:

   A. Cover the holes completely with no gaps

   B. Tap the holes quickly

   C. Stay far above the holes

   D. Cover only half of each hole

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   To play a higher-pitched note on the descant recorder, a player generally:

   A. Stops blowing

   B. Uncovers more of the finger holes

   C. Covers all the holes tightly

   D. Blows out through the nose

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which family of musical instruments does the descant recorder belong to?

   A. Woodwind (aerophones)

   B. String (chordophones)

   C. Electronic

   D. Percussion (membranophones)

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Before playing the descant recorder in class, the teacher reminds learners how to produce a clear note. Which action is the correct way to play the instrument?

   A. Hitting it against the desk

   B. Blowing gently into the mouthpiece while covering the holes

   C. Shaking it from side to side

   D. Plucking strings on it

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    The technique of using the tongue to start each note clearly on the recorder (as if saying 'too') is called:

    A. Tonguing

    B. Beating

    C. Bowing

    D. Strumming

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11. Question 11

    6 marks

    A new Grade 7 learner cannot produce a clear note on the descant recorder. Explain THREE things the learner should do to produce a good, clear sound.

    (6 marks)

    Marking scheme

    2 marks each, max 6. Accept: blow gently with steady/controlled breath (not too hard); cover the finger holes completely and firmly so no air escapes; use tonguing (say 'too/du') to start each note; hold correct posture; correct hand position (left hand on top). Any three valid points.

12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Before playing his descant recorder in class, Kevin is reminded how to produce a clean note. To start a note correctly, he should gently blow while softly saying which sound with his tongue?

    A. "Sss"

    B. "Too" or "doo"

    C. "Mmm"

    D. "Kaa"

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    On the descant recorder, the part that the player blows into is called the:

    A. Mouthpiece (head joint)

    B. Bridge

    C. Foot only

    D. Bell

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    The descant recorder is a wind instrument. To produce sound on it, the player must:

    A. Blow air into the mouthpiece while covering holes with fingers

    B. Strike it against a surface

    C. Pluck strings on it

    D. Shake it like a rattle

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    A. Blow air into the mouthpiece while covering holes with fingers

15. Question 15

    1 mark

    After a recorder lesson, the correct way to care for the descant recorder is to:

    A. Soak it in water overnight

    B. Use it to dig soil

    C. Clean and dry the inside, then store it in its case

    D. Leave it wet on the floor

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