Music Rhythm Quiz

What does rhythm refer to in music?

• The volume of the music

• The lyrics of a song

• The flow or pulse in music

• The melody of a song

What is the most basic unit of time in music?

• Tempo

• Beat

• Rhythm

• Note

What is meter in music?

• The volume of the music

• The type of instruments used

• The grouping of beats in a measure

• The speed of the music

How many beats are in a duple meter?

• Three beats

• Five beats

• Four beats

• Two beats

What is a triple meter?

• Two beats in a measure

• Five beats in a measure

• Three beats in a measure

• Four beats in a measure

Which of the following is an example of compound meter?

• 2/4

• 6/8

• 4/4

• 3/8

What does the term 'pulse' refer to in music?

• The sound created through the mouth

• The melody of the music

• The rhythm of the song

• The indication that a person is breathing

What is the value of a note that equals one beat?

• Eighth note

• Half note

• Whole note

• Quarter note

Which meter has four beats in a measure?

• Simple meter

• Duple meter

• Triple meter

• Quadruple meter

What is the purpose of a beat in music?

• To create harmony

• To regulate the duration of tones

• To change the tempo

• To provide lyrics