Chords and Cadences in Music

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

What is the effect of adding a seventh to the dominant (V) chord in a perfect cadence (V7-I)?

• It makes the cadence sound less resolved.

• It makes the cadence sound richer.

• It changes the key of the piece.

• It removes the need for the tonic chord.