Year 9 Term 1 test

What is the purpose of an intro in a song?

• To provide a summary of the song's lyrics.

• To showcase the instrumental skills of the musicians.

• To transition smoothly into the chorus.

• To grab the listener's attention and set the mood or tone.

What is the purpose of a verse in a song?

• To showcase the instrumental skills of the musicians

• To provide a catchy melody

• To create a memorable chorus

• To tell a story or convey a specific message

What is the purpose of a pre-chorus in a song?

• To repeat the lyrics of the verse in a different musical arrangement.

• To introduce a new melody or theme.

• To build anticipation and transition between the verse and the chorus.

• To provide a break in the song and allow for instrumental solos.

What is the purpose of a chorus in a song?

• To showcase the vocal range of the singer.

• To provide a bridge between verses.

• To add complexity and depth to the lyrics.

• To provide a memorable and catchy section that is repeated throughout the song.

Which section of a song usually comes after the second chorus and provides contrast to the rest of the song?

• pre-chorus

• outro

• bridge

• verse

What is the purpose of an outro in a song?

• To introduce a new melody or theme

• To transition to a different section of the song

• To showcase instrumental solos

• To provide a conclusion or ending to the music

Match the following

• Chorus

• I'm just walking by to let you know

  I can never say it on the phone

• Pre-chorus

• Sin City's cold and empty

  No one's around to judge me

• Middle 8

• I said ooh, I'm blinded by the lights

  No, I can't sleep until I feel your touch

• Verse

• I'm running out of time

  'Cause I can see the sun light up the sky

Which is the correct order of the chords in Blinding Lights?

• Fm - Cm - E♭ - B♭

• Cm - Fm - B♭ - E♭

• E♭ - Fm - B♭ - Cm

• B♭ - E♭ - Cm - Fm

During the pre-chorus, the ​ (a)   chord is ​ (b)   .

• final
• not played
• first
• second
• played louder
• played faster

Sort the chords into the correct order.

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