Introduction
You are one of the characters in Peter and the Wolf. As you know, each character is represented by an instrument in the orchestra. Your job is to find out more about your instrument. Click the links to the websites and read the information to answer the questions given to you. You will use these questions to share your group’s instrument with the class.
Task
By the end of this WebQuest you should have learned enough about your instrument to:
-Answer 4 questions about your instrument
- Talk with your table group about your instrument
-Present your instrument to the class with your group
You will also be given a “Thinking Only Question”. You do not have to write your answer down, but you will talk with your group about your answer. We will also talk about the question together as a class during your group’s presentation. Remember, there is no right or wrong answer!
Process
Step 1: Find your character and instrument in the list below. Click on the two links to websites below your character's name to read, listen, and learn more about your instrument.
PETER - VIOLIN
IVAN - CLARINET
SASHA - FLUTE
SONIA - OBOE
WOLF - FRENCH HORN
Step 2: Answer the 4 questions about your instrument. Write your answers on a piece of lined paper.
1. What family does your instrument belong to?
2. How is your instrument played?
3. What is your instrument made out of?
4. What other instruments are in the same orchestra section or family as your instrument?
Step 3: Thinking Only Question: Why do you think your instrument was chosen by the composer to represent your character?
Evaluation
Conclusion
You did it!
Make sure you:
-Answered all 4 questions
-Thought about the “Thinking Only Question” - Why do you think your instrument was chosen by the composer to represent your character?
Be ready to share your thoughts with your group and the class.
If you have finished this WebQuest early, you may go back to either website to play some music games.
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