Piano Basics Quiz

What is the root note of a C major chord?

• A

• E

• C

• G

Which chord is formed by the notes E, G, B?

• E minor

• B diminished

• C major

• G major

What interval is between the root and the third of a major chord?

• Augmented fifth

• Major third

• Perfect fifth

• Minor third

How many semitones are in a major third interval?

• 5

• 4

• 3

• 2

What type of chord is created by adding a major third interval on top of another major third interval?

• Augmented chord

• Diminished chord

• Minor chord

• Major chord

Which note is lowered to convert a major chord into a minor chord?

• Root

• Third

• Fifth

• Seventh

What is the third note in an A minor chord?

• C

• E

• B

• A

Which chord is notated as Cm?

• C major

• C diminished

• C minor

• C augmented

What does a 'sus' in a chord symbol stand for?

• Sustained

• Suspended

• Sustain pedal

• Suspense

Which of these is a chord inversion notation?

• C°

• C+

• C/E

• Cm