3rd Grade Music Assessment
Music is a fun subject to take as it gives one an avenue to channel their emotions and make their voice heard. Music notes are the building blocks for music. How conversant are you with music notes? Take the quiz below to remind yourself about notes before the assessment test is due.
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Which of the following is NOT a family of instruments in the orchestra?
- A.
Strings
- B.
Percussion
- C.
Brass
- D.
Keyboards
Correct Answer
D. KeyboardsExplanation
Keyboards, while often included in orchestral compositions, are not considered a traditional family of orchestral instruments. They are typically part of the broader category of percussion instruments if acoustic (like the piano), or they may be grouped with electronic instruments if electronic keyboards are used. However, they do not form a distinct traditional family in the context of classic orchestra groupings.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which letter is NOT a note of the Music Alphabet?
- A.
C
- B.
F
- C.
H
- D.
G
Correct Answer
C. HExplanation
The Music Alphabet consists of the letters A, B, C, D, E, F, and G. Therefore, the letter H is not a note of the Music Alphabet.Rate this question:
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Name the instrument ensemble that consists of string, woodwind, brass and percussion sections.
- A.
Staff
- B.
Orchestra
- C.
Opera
- D.
Variation
Correct Answer
B. OrchestraExplanation
An orchestra is a musical ensemble that consists of string, woodwind, brass, and percussion sections. It is a large group of musicians who play various instruments together to create orchestral music. The string section typically includes instruments like violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. Woodwind instruments include flutes, clarinets, oboes, and bassoons. Brass instruments like trumpets, trombones, and French horns are also part of the ensemble, along with percussion instruments such as drums and timpani. Therefore, the correct answer is Orchestra.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Describe the difference between "rest position" and "ready position" when playing recorder.
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True or False: Rimsky-Korsakov's symphony, "Scheherezade," is about the planets in our solar system.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Rimsky-Korsakov's symphony, "Scheherezade," is not about the planets in our solar system. It is actually a symphonic suite based on the collection of Middle Eastern folk tales known as "One Thousand and One Nights." The music depicts various stories and characters from these tales, rather than focusing on the planets.Rate this question:
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Which musical term refers to the speed at which a piece of music is played? (Write down the correct answer and explain it)
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What is the name of Guztav Holst's famous music composition?
- A.
The Planets
- B.
Hey, Ho Nobody Home
- C.
Fifty Nifty United States
- D.
Scheherezade
Correct Answer
A. The PlanetsExplanation
Gustav Holst's famous music composition is called "The Planets".Rate this question:
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Which movement of Gustav Holst's composition incorporates Roman mythology?
- A.
Star Wars Theme
- B.
Scheherezade
- C.
I Love You, Arizona
- D.
Mars: Bringer of War
Correct Answer
D. Mars: Bringer of WarExplanation
Gustav Holst's composition "Mars: Bringer of War" incorporates Roman mythology. The movement is part of his larger work called "The Planets," which is a suite of seven movements, each representing a different planet in our solar system. "Mars: Bringer of War" specifically represents the Roman god of war, Mars, and the music reflects the aggressive and tumultuous nature associated with war. The use of Roman mythology in this movement adds a symbolic and dramatic element to the composition.Rate this question:
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What do we call the technique of saying "two" to separate note sounds when playing the recorder?
Correct Answer
tonguingExplanation
Tonguing is the technique of using the tongue to articulate or separate note sounds when playing the recorder. By saying "two" while playing, the tongue creates a brief interruption in the airflow, allowing the player to produce distinct and separated notes. This technique is commonly used in wind instruments to create clear and precise articulation between notes.Rate this question:
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