Pathetique revision quiz (medium)

What is the tempo marking at the introduction?

• Grave

• Presto

• Allegro

• Andante

Answer explanation

The tempo marking at the introduction is 'Grave', as indicated in the correct answers.

What is the structure/form of this piece?

• Sonata form

• Binary form

• Ternary form

• Verse - chorus

Answer explanation

The correct structure/form of this piece is Sonata form, which is the correct choice among the options provided.

Describe the texture used in bar 1?

• Homophonic

• Polyphonic

• Monophonic

• Antiphony

Answer explanation

The texture used in bar 1 is homophonic, where multiple voices move together in harmony with one dominating melody supported by accompanying chords.

What key is the opening introduction in?

• B major

• F# minor

• A major

• C minor

Answer explanation

The opening introduction is in C minor, as indicated by the key signature. The key signature of C minor consists of three flats: Bb, Eb, and Ab.

During the exposition, how can we describe the texture?

• Polyphonic

• Melody - dominated homophony

• Monophonic

• Homophonic

Answer explanation

During the exposition, the texture can be described as melody-dominated homophony, where there is a clear melody supported by accompanying harmonies, creating a harmonious texture.

How can we describe the shape of the two subjects?

• Ascending

• Descending

• Scalic

• Conjunct

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Ascending' because the shape of the two subjects is increasing or going up in a direction.

Explain how the metre changes at the exposition

• it changes to 2/2

• It changes to 4/4

• It changes to common time

• It changes to 12/8

Answer explanation

The metre changes to 2/2 at the exposition, indicating a shift in the time signature to a duple meter with two beats per measure.