Which term refers to the wooden piece that supports the strings on a violin?

• A. Cadence
• B. Bridge
• C. Blend
• D. Chorale

Answer: (B)

In violin design, the piece that holds the strings at the proper height and spacing on the top plate and transmits their vibrations into the body is called the bridge. It stands upright between the fingerboard and tailpiece, usually carved from maple, and plays a crucial role in shaping the instrument’s tone and volume by transferring string vibrations to the wood of the instrument. The other terms refer to musical concepts or types of sound rather than a physical part of the violin—cadence is about ending a musical phrase, blend is how different sounds mix, and chorale is a hymn or choral piece.