Music Theory Quiz

What is the opposite of an ascending scalic pattern?

• Descending scalic pattern

• Arpeggio

• Harmony

• Melody

What is a key feature of a scalic pattern?

• Random note order

• Specific note order

• Simultaneous note playing

• Single note repetition

In music, what does the term "descending" refer to?

• Notes moving upwards

• Notes moving downwards

• Notes played simultaneously

• Notes played randomly

Which of the following best describes a broken chord?

• Notes played together

• Notes played in succession

• Notes played randomly

• Notes played in reverse

Which term is used for a sequence of notes that can move either upwards or downwards?

• Arpeggio

• Scalic

• Harmony

• Melody

How many semitones are in a major 2nd interval?

• 1 semitone

• 2 semitones

• 3 semitones

• 4 semitones

What is the interval that spans four semitones called?

• Major 3rd

• Perfect 4th

• Minor 3rd

• Perfect 5th

What is the interval that spans seven semitones?

• Perfect 5th

• Major 6th

• Minor 7th

• Perfect 4th

What is the interval that spans nine semitones?

• Perfect 5th

• Major 6th

• Minor 6th

• Major 7th

Which of the following is equal to half a tone?

• Semitone

• Whole tone

• Major 2nd

• Minor 3rd