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Chords and Cadences in Music

Authored by Elizabeth van der Merwe

Performing Arts

12th Grade

Used 2+ times

Chords and Cadences in Music
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of cadences in music?

To introduce new melodies.

To create musical punctuation.

To change the tempo of a piece.

To add dissonance to a composition.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two chords are used to form a perfect cadence?

Chord I and Chord IV

Chord II and Chord V

Chord V and Chord I

Chord IV and Chord V

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the key of C major, what notes make up the tonic (I) chord?

C, F, G

C, E, G

C, D, E

C, G, B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the key of C major, what notes make up the dominant (V) chord?

G, B, D

G, C, E

G, A, B

G, D, F

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When forming a perfect cadence, how much flexibility is there in arranging the notes of the V and I chords?

The notes must always be played as simple triads.

Only the root notes of the chords can be changed.

The notes can be distributed in various ways, including different octaves and voicings.

The chords must always be played in root position.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a perfect cadence typically affect the end of a musical phrase?

It creates a feeling of tension and anticipation.

It provides a sense of finality and resolution.

It introduces a new musical theme.

It makes the music sound continuous without breaks.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the tonic (I) chord in a perfect cadence?

It introduces a new key.

It creates a sense of instability.

It acts as the "homing in" chord, providing resolution.

It is always played louder than the dominant chord.

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