Music Notes and Symbols

What is the value of a semibreve?

• 2 beats

• 4 beats

• 1 beat

• 8 beats

How many beats does a minim have?

• 2 beats

• 4 beats

• 3 beats

• 1 beat

What note value is equivalent to a crotchet?

• A crotchet is equivalent to one beat.

• A crotchet is equivalent to two beats.

• A crotchet is equivalent to a whole note.

• A crotchet is equivalent to half a beat.

What is the rest symbol for a quaver?

• Quarter rest

• Quaver rest

• Whole rest

• Eighth rest

How do you notate a tied note?

• A tied note is notated with a tie symbol connecting two notes of the same pitch.

• A tied note is indicated by a sharp sign before the note.

• A tied note is represented by a slur over the notes.

• A tied note is notated with a dot placed after the note.

What does a single dot do to a note's value?

• A single dot doubles a note's value.

• A single dot increases a note's value by half of its original value.

• A single dot has no effect on a note's value.

• A single dot decreases a note's value by half of its original value.

In 4/4 time, how many quavers fit in one bar?

• 10

• 6

• 8

• 4

What is the name of the note on the second line of the treble clef?

• F

• G

• C

• A

What is the symbol for a sharp note?

• ♮

• #

• ♭

• b

What note is known as middle C in the bass clef?

• B2

• D2

• C3

• C2