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Music theory, dynamics, tempo, texture, eras
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- Q1Which term refers to the loudness or softness of music?TempoDynamicsTextureEras30s
- Q2Which musical era is known for its elaborate ornamentation and complexity in compositions?ClassicalRomanticBaroqueRenaissance30s
- Q3Which term is used to describe the speed at which beats occur in music?DynamicsTextureTempoEras30s
- Q4Which musical era is known for its emphasis on emotional expression, individualism, and appreciation of nature?BaroqueRomanticRenaissanceClassical30s
- Q5What is the term used in music to describe the combination of simultaneous melodic lines?HeterophonyPolyphonyHomophonyMonophony30s
- Q6Which term is used to describe the overall character or quality of sound in music?TimbreHarmonyRhythmPitch30s
- Q7What does the term 'fortissimo' indicate in music notation?Moderately loudVery loudModerately softVery soft30s
- Q8Which term in music theory refers to the organization of beats into regular groups?TessituraHarmonyMeterMelody30s
- Q9What term describes a musical idea repeated at a higher or lower pitch?SequenceTriadic MelodiesStep MovementImitation30s
- Q10Which of the following refers to the use of notes held on the same pitch over and over again in a melody? A) Repeated notes B) Leap movement C) Sustained notes D) Tie/SlurTie/SlurSustained NotesLeap MovementRepeated Notes30s
- Q11When a melody moves up or down by a single note at a time, it is called: A) Triadic melodies B) Leap movement C) Step movement D) ImitationLeap MovementImitationTriadic MelodyStep Movement30s
- Q12Which tempo marking instructs the performer to play at a very slow pace? A) Allegro B) Presto C) Adagio D) ModeratoAdagioAllegroModeratoPresto30s
- Q13Which term refers to playing a note or passage smoothly and connected without any noticeable breaks between the notes?SlurStaccatoLegatoPizzicato30s
- Q14What term in music indicates that notes should be played in a short, separated manner?PizzicatoLegatoStaccatoSlur30s
- Q15Which term in music involves plucking the strings of a string instrument instead of using a bow?SlurStaccatoLegatoPizzicato30s