Final Exam - part 1

By definition, a musical sound has:

• a perceivable pitch and a measurable frequency

• a certain volume

• a distinct timbre

• all of the above

A succession of single tones or pitches perceived as a unit is called:

• melody
• chord
• rhythm
• harmony

Music is propelled forward in time by:

• rhythm

• pitch

• harmony

• melody

Which is the correct order of bowed string instruments from highest to lowest in range?

• viola, violin, double bass, cello
• cello, double bass, violin, viola
• violin, viola, cello, double bass
• double bass, cello, viola, violin

The rate of speed at which a piece of music is played is its:

• tempo
• volume
• pitch
• rhythm

A combination of three or more tones that constitutes a single block of harmony is called a(n):

• chord
• square
• triangle
• circle

Which of the following is a universal function of music in diverse world cultures?

• accompanying religious and civic ceremonies

• helping workers get their jobs done more efficiently

• providing entertainment

• all of the above

Which of the following does NOT characterize plainchant?

• monophonic texture

• triadic harmonies

• free, unaccented rhythm

• generally conjunct motion

Polyphony required the development of:

• Monophonic texture
• Harmonized melodies
• A single melodic line
• musical notation

The tradition of troubadours and trouvères developed in:

• France

• Italy

• England

• the Middle East