Music Meter Quiz

What is meter?

• A sign that explains the tempo of the music

• The organization of beats into measures

• A device that shows how loud music is being played

• A symbol that shows the climax of the music

Which meter is heard?

• Meter of 3

• Meter of 4

Which beat is the strongest in a meter of 3?

• Beat 3

• Beat 1

• Beat 2

What was John Philip Sousa's nickname?

• The Margarine King

• The March King

• The Mechanic King

• The Machine King

Where was John Philip Sousa born?

• Washburn, OH

• Washington, D.C.

• Alexandria, VA

Which of the following instruments did Sousa play?

• Dunun and trumpet

• Violin and piano

• Chimes and cello

• Tuba and oboe

True or false: John Philip Sousa directed the U.S. Marine Band.

• False

• True

What is the name of the official march of the US Marines, written by John Philip Sousa?

• Semper Fidelis

• The Gladiator March

• The Stars and Stripes Forever

• The Liberty Bell

A meter of 2 is a __________ meter.

• Marching

• Running

• Walking

• Jumping

A conductor of music ____________________.

• is a metal wire through which electricity flows

• is the leader who directs a musical group

• runs daily

• keeps the choo choo train on track