Cadences and Non-Harmonic TonesQuiz

What is a cadence in music?

• A rhythmic pattern that repeats throughout a song

• A melodic or harmonic phrase that creates a sense of resolution of a musical phrase

• A specific type of musical scale

• A technique used to increase the volume of a piece

What role do cadences play in a musical composition?

• They are used to increase the tempo of the music

• They are the principal means that help define the rhythm of the music

• They are the principal means that help define the tonal structure and key center of a musical composition

• They are used to introduce new musical themes

What is the chord progression for a Perfect Authentic cadence?

• I-IV

• IV-I

• V-I

• I-V

In a Perfect Authentic cadence, which voice movement is considered standard for the soprano part?

• 4-3

• 7-1 or 2-1

• 1-7

• 5-6

Which cadence is characterized by the chord progression IV-I?

• Half

• Authentic

• Plagal

• Deceptive

What is the chord progression for a Deceptive cadence?

• I-V

• IV-V

• V-vi or V-VI

• V-I

Which type of Authentic cadence involves the soprano moving from 4 to 3?

• Perfect Authentic

• Imperfect Authentic

• Half

• Plagal

What is the primary purpose of non harmonic tones in music?

• To create a dissonant sound

• To embellish a melody

• To establish a rhythm

• To define the key signature

Which intervals are non harmonic tones usually associated with?

• 1st, 3rd, and 5th

• 2nd, 4th, or 7th

• 3rd, 5th, and 6th

• 1st, 6th, and 8th

Diminished and Augmented intervals are generally considered to be:

• Consonant

• Harmonic

• Dissonant

• Melodic