Hs Choir Winter Final 2013
This is the written portion of the 1st semester final, to be taken by West Central students in December 2013. The test must be completed by December 20, 2013 at 2:10pm in order to count as your final grade. You may take the test up to 5 times.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the most important thing you have learned in choir this semester?
- 2.
The solfege syllables that create a descending MAJOR scale are:
- A.
Do-di-re-ri-mi-fa-fi-so-si-la-li-ti-do
- B.
Do-ti-la-so-fa-mi-re-do
- C.
La-le-so-se-fa-mi-me-re-ra-do-ti-te-la
- D.
La-ti-do-re-mi-fa-so-la
Correct Answer
B. Do-ti-la-so-fa-mi-re-doExplanation
The given solfege syllables represent a descending major scale. Starting with "do" as the tonic, each subsequent syllable represents a note in the scale, moving down in pitch. The syllables "do-ti-la-so-fa-mi-re-do" correspond to the descending major scale of C, which is C-B-A-G-F-E-D-C.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The solfege syllables that create an ascending NATURAL MINOR scale are:
- A.
Do-di-re-ri-mi-fa-fi-so-si-la-li-ti-do
- B.
Do-ti-la-so-fa-mi-re-do
- C.
La-le-so-se-fa-mi-me-re-ra-do-ti-te-la
- D.
La-ti-do-re-mi-fa-so-la
Correct Answer
D. La-ti-do-re-mi-fa-so-laExplanation
The given solfege syllables create an ascending NATURAL MINOR scale starting from the note "la". The natural minor scale has a specific pattern of whole and half steps, which is represented by the solfege syllables. In this case, the pattern of the natural minor scale starting from "la" is whole step, half step, whole step, whole step, half step, whole step, whole step. The given solfege syllables "la-ti-do-re-mi-fa-so-la" follow this pattern and therefore create an ascending natural minor scale starting from "la".Rate this question:
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- 4.
Dynamic markings indicate:
- A.
Volume
- B.
Speed
- C.
Short or long
- D.
Connected and disconnected
Correct Answer
A. VolumeExplanation
Dynamic markings indicate the level of volume in music. They provide instructions to the performers on how loud or soft a particular section or passage should be played. These markings help to convey the intended expression and emotion of the music to the audience.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The interval between Do and Mi is a fourth. (Remember: an interval is the distance between two pitches.)
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The correct answer is False. The interval between Do and Mi is actually a third, not a fourth. In a major scale, the distance between the first and third notes is a major third, which is equivalent to two whole steps. Therefore, the statement that the interval between Do and Mi is a fourth is incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following markings are actual music symbols? (Check all that apply.)
- A.
Mp
- B.
Pxz
- C.
F
- D.
Pp
- E.
Vf
- F.
Sfz
- G.
R
- H.
Ff
Correct Answer(s)
A. Mp
C. F
D. Pp
F. Sfz
H. FfExplanation
The correct answer choices are mp, f, pp, sfz, and ff. These markings are actual music symbols used to indicate dynamics (mp, f, pp, ff) and articulations (sfz). mp stands for mezzo piano, which means moderately soft. f stands for forte, which means loud. pp stands for pianissimo, which means very soft. sfz stands for sforzando, which means a sudden strong accent. ff stands for fortissimo, which means very loud. These markings are commonly used in sheet music to give instructions to the performers regarding the volume and intensity of the music.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The time signature is 4/4. How many beats does a quarter note get?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
4
Correct Answer
A. 1Explanation
In a 4/4 time signature, the top number indicates that there are 4 beats in each measure, and the bottom number indicates that a quarter note receives one beat. Therefore, a quarter note gets 1 beat.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The director's hand is palm down and moving from high to low. Which dynamic marking is the director conveying?
- A.
Crescendo
- B.
Mezzo
- C.
Decrescendo
Correct Answer
C. DecrescendoExplanation
The director's hand movement from high to low indicates a decrease in volume or intensity. This is consistent with the musical term "decrescendo," which instructs the performers to gradually decrease the volume.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The director's hand is palm up and moving from low to high. Which dynamic marking is the director conveying?
- A.
Crescendo
- B.
Mezzo
- C.
Decrescendo
Correct Answer
A. CrescendoExplanation
The director's hand movement from low to high with a palm up position indicates a crescendo. A crescendo is a dynamic marking that signifies a gradual increase in volume or intensity.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Tempo markings indicate:
- A.
Volume
- B.
Speed
- C.
Short or long
- D.
Connected and disconnected
Correct Answer
B. SpeedExplanation
Tempo markings indicate the speed of a musical composition. They provide instructions to the performer on how fast or slow the piece should be played. Different tempo markings such as allegro, adagio, or presto, convey specific speed indications to guide the musician in interpreting the music accurately. By following the tempo markings, musicians can maintain a consistent pace throughout the piece, ensuring a cohesive and coherent performance.Rate this question:
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- 11.
When the key signature contains flats, the following clue can be helpful in finding Do.
- A.
The final flag is the flattest note.
- B.
The first note is Do.
- C.
The final flat is Do.
- D.
The farthest flat is Fa.
Correct Answer
D. The farthest flat is Fa.Explanation
The key signature containing flats indicates that the piece is in a specific key, and the flats in the key signature represent the notes that are consistently lowered throughout the piece. In this context, the statement "The farthest flat is Fa" suggests that the flat note that is farthest to the right in the key signature is Fa. This is a helpful clue because it allows us to determine the position of the note Fa within the key signature, which in turn helps us identify the other notes in the key.Rate this question:
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- 12.
When the key signature contains sharps, the following clue can be helpful in finding Do.
- A.
The last line is La.
- B.
The first sharp is Do.
- C.
The last sharp is Ti.
- D.
The last sharp is La.
Correct Answer
C. The last sharp is Ti.Explanation
The key signature contains sharps, which means that the last sharp in the key signature represents the note Ti. This is because the order of sharps in a key signature follows the mnemonic "Father Charles Goes Down And Ends Battle," which represents the notes F, C, G, D, A, E, B. The last sharp in the key signature is therefore the note Ti.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff"
Correct Answer
first space
1st space
fifth line
top line
5th line
F
space 1
line 5Explanation
The correct answer is "first space, 1st space, fifth line, top line, 5th line, F, space 1, line 5." This answer suggests that the note "Do" is located in various positions on the staff, including the first space, the fifth line, and space 1. The note "Do" can also be represented by the letter "F" in some musical notations.Rate this question:
- 14.
Select all the options that describe Do.
- A.
Third line
- B.
Third space
- C.
Line below the staff
- D.
C
Correct Answer(s)
B. Third space
C. Line below the staff
D. CExplanation
The options "third space," "line below the staff," and "C" all describe the musical note "Do." In music notation, "Do" is represented by a note placed on the third line of the staff, in the third space, or by the letter "C."Rate this question:
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- 15.
Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff"
Correct Answer(s)
space above the staff
second line
2nd line
space on top of the staff
G
line 2 - 16.
Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff" Hint: The rule stays the same, even in Bass Clef!
Correct Answer(s)
second line
2nd line
space above the staff
space on top of the staff
Bb
line 2
B-Flat
b flatExplanation
The correct answer for the question "Where is Do?" can be any of the following options: second line, 2nd line, space above the staff, space on top of the staff, Bb, line 2, B-Flat, b flat. These options indicate that the note "Do" is located on the second line of the staff or represented by the note Bb. This rule applies regardless of the clef being used, including the Bass Clef.Rate this question:
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Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff"
Correct Answer(s)
second space
2nd space
Ab
space 2
a-flat
A FlatExplanation
The correct answer is "second space, 2nd space, Ab, space 2, a-flat, A Flat". This answer indicates that the note "Do" is located on the second space of the staff. It is also referred to as the 2nd space, Ab, space 2, a-flat, or A Flat.Rate this question:
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Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff" Hint: The rule stays the same, even in Bass Clef!
Correct Answer(s)
first space
1st space
fifth line
top line
5th line
A
line 5
space 1Explanation
In music notation, the location of a note is determined by its position on the staff. The staff consists of five lines and four spaces. The lines and spaces are numbered from bottom to top. The first space refers to the space between the bottom line and the second line from the bottom. Therefore, the correct answer is "first space" or "space 1". This rule applies to both treble clef and bass clef.Rate this question:
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Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff"
Correct Answer(s)
first line
1st line
top space
4th space
fourth space
Eb
line 1
space 4
e-flat
E FlatExplanation
Do is located on the first line of the staff, which can also be referred to as the 1st line or the top space. It can also be identified as the 4th space or the fourth space from the bottom. In terms of musical notation, Do can be represented by the note Eb or E flat. Therefore, the answer includes options such as "first line," "1st line," "top space," "4th space," "fourth space," "Eb," "line 1," "space 4," "e-flat," and "E Flat."Rate this question:
- 20.
Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff"
Correct Answer(s)
fourth line
4th line
space below the staff
space under the staff
space underneath the staff
D
line 4 - 21.
Where is Do? Use the following format: "Space _" OR "Line _" OR "Space above/below the staff" Hint: The rule stays the same, even in Bass Clef!
Correct Answer(s)
third space
3rd space
E
space 3Explanation
In music notation, the location of a note on the staff is determined by the line or space it occupies. The third space refers to the space between the third and fourth lines of the staff. In this case, the note "Do" is located in the third space. This is the same rule that applies in both treble and bass clef notation.Rate this question:
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