Violin Strings Made from Sheep Intestines Were First Called "Catgut

question 12

Multiple Choice

Violin strings made from sheep intestines were first called "catgut" because

• A)at the time, it was thought to be extremely unlucky to kill sheep.
• B)the inventor wanted to establish a legally protected brand name.
• C)the inventor wanted to preserve his trade secret.
• D)the inventor thought that "catgut" would sound less offensive to buyers than "sheep intestines."

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Definitions:

Armored Glyptodonts

Prehistoric mammals resembling large armadillos with bony plates covering their bodies, now extinct.

Extinct

Refers to a species that no longer exists on Earth, having no living representatives remaining.

Armadillos

Small to medium-sized mammals protected by a hard, protective shell, known for their ability to roll into a ball.

Fossil Record

The collection of all known fossils and their placement in rock formations and sedimentary layers, providing evidence of past life forms and environmental changes over geologic time.