It's harder to identify a composition by Beethoven, mainly because he approached composing in a totally different manner than Chopin. Other characteristics of Chopin are a strong emphasis on the melodic line, a rich musical texture, a tendency toward virtuosism and a very fast harmonic rhythm (but there are many exceptions to this one). It doesn't seem like Beethoven at all: it's Chopin!
But it should be noted that, toward the end of his life, Beethoven too started composing in a more chromatic manner. For example, if there is strong chromaticism, it's probably Chopin. It's easier to identify Chopin, since he developed a very personal style.
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