Basic Rhythm Quiz

What is the value of a whole note in music?

• Four beats

• Eight beats

• Six beats

• Two beats

In simple meter, how many beats are in a measure?

• 5, 6, or 7

• 2, 3, or 4

• 8, 9, or 10

• 1, 2, or 3

What is the symbol for a quarter note in rhythmic notation?

• Open circle with a stem

• Empty square with a stem

• Filled-in triangle with a stem

• Filled-in circle with a stem

How many beats does a half rest receive in music?

• 1

• 3

• 2

• 4

What is the value of a dotted half note in music?

• 1 beat

• 4 beats

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

In 4/4 time signature, how many beats are in a measure?

• 2

• 8

• 6

• 4

How many beats does a whole rest receive in music?

• 1

• 2

• 8

• 4

In 3/4 time signature, how many beats are in a measure?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 3

What is the value of a quarter rest in music?

• 1 beat

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

• 4 beats

In 2/4 time signature, how many beats are in a measure?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4