Music Notation Quiz

What is the duration of a whole note in 4/4 time?

• 1 beat

• 2 beats

• 4 beats

• 8 beats

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the symbol that represents a sharp in musical notation.

• &

• #

• b

• $

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What does a dot placed next to a note typically indicate?

• The note should be played louder.

• The note's duration is halved.

• The note's duration is increased by half of its original value.

• The note should be played at a lower pitch.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which time signature indicates that there are three beats per measure and that a quarter note gets one beat?

• 2/4

• 3/4

• 4/4

• 6/8

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the correct key signature for G major?

• One sharp

• One flat

• Two sharps

• No sharps or flats

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In musical notation, what dynamic marking indicates to play very softly?

• mp

• mf

• p

• pp

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the rest equivalent to a half note called?

• Quarter rest

• Half rest

• Whole rest

• Eighth rest

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How many beats does a dotted half note receive in 4/4 time?

• 2 beats

• 3 beats

• 4 beats

• 1.5 beats

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the 'fermata' symbol indicate when placed above a note?

• The note should be played shorter than notated.

• The note should be played louder than other notes.

• The note should be held longer than its notated duration.

• The note should be played at a higher pitch.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is not a correct association of time signature and its description?

• 2/4 - Two beats per measure, quarter note gets one beat

• 3/4 - Three beats per measure, quarter note gets one beat

• 4/4 - Four beats per measure, quarter note gets one beat

• 6/8 - Six beats per measure, quarter note gets one beat

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept