Multiple choice general knowledge

What is the largest instrument of the orchestral strings?

  1. Violin

  2. Contrabass

  3. Viola

  4. Violoncello

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The contrabass (also called double bass) is the largest instrument in the orchestral string family. It stands over 6 feet tall and produces the lowest pitches. The size increases across the string family: violin (smallest), viola, cello, and contrabass (largest).