A Modern, Thriving Society
Which German-born composer became a British citizen and wrote the oratorio Messiah?
AHenry Purcell
BGeorge Frideric Handel ✓
CGustav Holst
DBenjamin Britten
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is George Frideric Handel.
The German-born composer George Frideric Handel became a British citizen in 1727 and wrote the Water Music, Music for the Royal Fireworks and the oratorio Messiah.
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