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Hailed in his own time as the "Second Mozart", Felix Mendelssohn was a child prodigy, virtuoso pianist and great composer. Here are some of the most important facts you should know about him!

This quiz has 9 questions and it shouldn't take more than 2 minutes to complete.

Question 1 of 9 Q What is the reason why the Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream Opus 21 is such an iconic piece to be played in weddings to this day? a) Mendelssohn promoted this piece for this purpose b) Queen Victoria loved this piece and chose it to be played in her daughter's wedding c) Nicolas I of Russia had this piece played at his own wedding d) There is no obvious reason

Question 2 of 9 Q Mendelssohn's sister was also an extremely talented pianist, but her father didn't deem it "proper" for a woman to have a career as a musician. What was her name? a) Maria Mendelssohn b) Fanny Mendelssohn c) Joachina Mendelsson d) Barbara Mendelssohn

Question 3 of 9 Q Mendelssohn was born into a wealthy family and traveled a lot during his life. Which country was his favorite? a) France b) Italy c) Germany d) Great Britain

Question 4 of 9 Q Besides being a renowned pianist, he was also a virtuoso in which instrument? a) Organ b) Cello c) Violin d) Flute

Question 5 of 9 Q This beautiful piece is one of the most famous pieces from his books entitled... a) Papillons b) Songs Without Words c) Children's pieces d) Pièces caractéristiques for piano

Question 6 of 9 Q In 1828, Mendelssohn organized and conducted a historical concert to revive the music of J.S.Bach. Which piece did he conduct at that event? a) Brandenburg Concerto No.5 in D major b) St John Passion c) Orchestral Suite No.1 in C major d) St Matthew Passion

Question 7 of 9 Q How many solo piano concertos did he write (and were published in his lifetime)? a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 4

Question 8 of 9 Q Mendelssohn had a hobby which he took very seriously and was very proud of. Which one was it? a) Sculptor b) Painter c) Poet d) Actor