Music Quiz

The term "presto" in music refers to:

• A. A very slow tempo

• B. A slow tempo

• C. A medium tempo

• D. A very fast tempo

When one voice or instrument plays or sings a melody alone, it is called:

• A. A duet

• B. An ensemble

• C. A solo

• D. An accompaniment

The term "vivace" in music refers to:

• A. A slow tempo

• B. A medium tempo

• C. A fast tempo

• D. A very slow tempo

The sound of a major chord is often described as:

• A. Happy

• B. Sad

• C. Neutral

• D. Angry

The term "andante" in music refers to:

• A. A slow tempo

• B. A medium tempo

• C. A fast tempo

• D. A very slow tempo

What does a major chord sound like compared to a minor chord?

• A. Sadder

• B. Happier

• C. Louder

• D. Quieter

The term "largo" in music refers to:

• A. A slow tempo

• B. A fast tempo

• C. A medium tempo

• D. An accelerating tempo

A piece of music with multiple melodies played at the same time can be described as:

• A. Monophonic

• B. Homophonic

• C. Polyphonic

• D. None of the above

What is the term for the tempo that is lively and fast, but not as fast as presto?

• A. Allegro

• B. Andante

• C. Vivace

• D. Largo

A song that gradually slows down in tempo is marked with the term:

• A. Accelerando

• B. Allegro

• C. Ritardando

• D. Presto