Unit 12 - Triads

If the root of a triad is A, the fifth is what pitch?

(a)  

What is the definition of a chord?

(a)  

What are the three members of a triad?

(a)  

A Major third plus a minor third is what type of triad?

(a)  

A I chord is also called the (a)   chord

A IV chord is also called a (a)   chord.

A V chord is also called a (a)   chord

The leading tone is which scale degree?

(a)  

Primary triads are build on the following notes of the scale:

• I, II, V

• I, IV, V

• I, IV, vi

• ii, IV, vi

The Dominant 7th chord can also be written

• ii7

• VI7

• V7

• IV7