Question

which statement about puccini is incorrect? a. during the middle years of his career, he traveled throughout europe, residing in paris whenever he was not supervising a production of one of his operas. b. after he became famous and wealthy, he grew a bit complacent, composing less frequently. c. he achieved his first triumph at the age of thirty-five, and further successes followed in rapid succession. d. after graduating from the milan conservatory, he lived in poverty for a decade while struggling to develop a distinctive operatic style. e. generations of his family had been composers and musicians: his father and grandfather had composed operas, and earlier ancestors had composed religious music for the local cathedral.

Answer 1

The statement about Puccini which is incorrect is: after he became famous and wealthy, he grew a bit complacent, composing less frequently.

The answer is option ⇒b

Step-by-step explanation:

Puccini was known for his dedication to his art and continued to compose music throughout his life, even after achieving wealth and fame. His work ethic did not decline; in fact, his success drove him to maintain his reputation with further high-quality compositions.

All the other statements are correct: Puccini did indeed travel throughout Europe, he had his first triumph at thirty-five, he struggled financially after graduating from the Milan Conservatory, and his family had a history of composition and musicianship.

The answer is option ⇒b