ABRSM Grade 2 Triplet Challenge

What is the definition of a triplet in music theory?

• A group of three notes played in the time of two of the same kind

• A group of two notes played in the time of three of the same kind

• A group of four notes played in the time of three of the same kind

• A group of five notes played in the time of four of the same kind

In a 4/4 time signature, how many beats does a triplet of crotchets take up?

• 1 beat

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

• 4 beats

Which of the following is a correct way to notate a triplet?

• Three notes with a bracket and the number 3 above or below

• Three notes with a bracket and the number 2 above or below

• Three notes with a bracket and the number 4 above or below

• Three notes with a bracket and the number 5 above or below

If a triplet of quavers is played in a 3/4 time signature, how many beats does it take up?

• 1 beat

• 1.5 beats

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

In a piece of music, a triplet is indicated over three semiquavers. How many quavers would this triplet be the same as?

• 1 quaver

• 1.5 quavers

• 2 quavers

• 3 quavers

How would you play a triplet of minims in a 4/4 time signature?

• Play them in the time of one minim

• Play them in the time of three minims

• Play them in the time of four minims

• Play them in the time of two minims