Cadences: Master Chord Progressions in Music for Year 7

Question 1

Which of the following is not a purpose of a cadence in music?

Accepted Answer

To create tension without resolving it

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To create a sense of closure

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To introduce a new key

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To modulate between keys

Question 2

Which of the following statements about cadences is true?

Accepted Answer

Cadences can help create a sense of musical closure.

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All cadences end on the tonic chord.

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Cadences are only used in classical music.

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The use of cadences has no impact on the overall sound or feel of a piece of music.

Question 3

In a perfect cadence, what interval occurs between the root of the tonic chord and the root of the dominant chord?

Accepted Answer

Perfect fifth

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Minor second

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Major second

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Minor seventh

Question 4

What is the root movement in a plagal cadence?

Accepted Answer

Perfect fifth

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Minor third

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Major sixth

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Tritone

Question 5

What is the term for a cadence that resolves to a chord other than the tonic?

Accepted Answer

Deceptive cadence

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Extended cadence

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Interrupted cadence

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Authentic cadence

Question 6

Which Roman numeral represents the chord that establishes the tonal center in a cadence?

Accepted Answer

I

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IV

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V

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vi

Question 7

Which musical element can be used to emphasize the arrival of a cadence?

Accepted Answer

Fermata

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Acciaccatura

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Coda

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Ritardando

Question 8

What is the effect of a cadence that ends on the subdominant chord?

Accepted Answer

Question and anticipation

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Closure and finality

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Tension and suspense

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Unexpectedness and surprise

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a cadence?

Accepted Answer

Changing the speed of the music

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Creating a sense of closure

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Providing harmonic stability

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Indicating a shift in the musical structure

Question 10

Which chord progression creates a strong sense of closure, like the end of a song?

Accepted Answer

I - IV - V - I

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I - vi - IV - V - I

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V - I - IV - V - I

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I - V - vi - IV - I

Question 11

What feeling does a plagal cadence typically create in music?

Accepted Answer

Resolution

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Suspense

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Urgency

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Excitement

Question 12

Which musical genre often uses authentic cadences?

Accepted Answer

Classical music

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Folk music

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Jazz music

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Electronic music

Question 13

What is the main difference between an authentic cadence and a half cadence?

Accepted Answer

An authentic cadence ends on the tonic chord, while a half cadence ends on the dominant chord

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An authentic cadence has two chords, while a half cadence has three chords

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An authentic cadence is more common in major keys, while a half cadence is more common in minor keys

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An authentic cadence is used to start a musical phrase, while a half cadence is used to end a musical phrase

Question 14

What is a common effect of using a deceptive cadence in music?

Accepted Answer

Creating a sense of surprise

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Adding a sense of urgency

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Providing a clear sense of closure

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Introducing a new melody

Question 15

Which of the following is a feature of a weak cadence?

Accepted Answer

Not having a leading tone

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Ending on the tonic chord

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Having a strong bass line

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Providing a clear sense of closure

Question 16

Which cadence type concludes with a perfect consonance?

Accepted Answer

Authentic Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

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Half Cadence

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Deceptive Cadence

Question 17

What is the name of the cadence that uses a root position tonic chord followed by a first inversion subdominant chord?

Accepted Answer

Imperfect authentic cadence

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Phrygian cadence

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Plagal cadence

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Tierce de Picardie

Question 18

Which of these chord progressions represents an authentic cadence?

Accepted Answer

V - I

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I - IV - V

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I - VI - IV

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IV - I - V

Question 19

Which interval is NOT present in a perfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

Minor second

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Perfect octave

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Perfect fifth

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Major third

Question 20

What symbol is commonly used to indicate a perfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

P

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I - V - I

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V - I

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C

Question 21

How do cadences contribute to a sense of resolution in music?

Accepted Answer

By ending on a tonic chord

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By using dissonance to create tension

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By changing the tempo

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By adding syncopation

Question 22

Multiple Choice Question: What is the term for a chord progression that creates a sense of closure in music?

Accepted Answer

Cadence

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Arpeggio

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Melody

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Harmony

Question 23

Multiple Choice Question: What is the purpose of a cadence in music?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of closure

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To establish the key of the piece

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To add variety to the melody

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To make the music more interesting

Question 24

Multiple Choice Question: Which of the following is an example of a plagal cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - vi - IV

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I - IV - V

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IV - V - I

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V - IV - I

Question 25

Multiple Choice Question: In a piece of music in the key of C major, what is the tonic chord?

Accepted Answer

C major

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G major

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F major

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D major

Question 26

Which chord progression is the most common form of Authentic Cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - V - I

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I - IV - V

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IV - V - I

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V - I - IV

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of a Cadence in musical compositions?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of closure and enhance the structure of the piece

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To showcase the vocal range of the performer

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To signal the introduction of new musical ideas

Question 28

Which of the following is an example of a Perfect Cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - V - I

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V - vi - III

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IV - V - ii

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I - iv - V

Question 29

Which chord progression is an example of a Deceptive Cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - V - vi

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I - V - I

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IV - V - I

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V - I - IV

Question 30

What is the purpose of using a Cadential 6/4 chord in music?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of anticipation and tension, leading to the resolution on the tonic

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To provide a contrasting texture

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To modulate to a new key

Question 31

What is the effect of using a Picardy Third in a Cadence?

Accepted Answer

It creates a sense of surprise and resolution by introducing a major chord in a minor key context

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It has no impact on the cadence

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It introduces a new melody

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It makes the cadence sound more dissonant

Question 32

What is the role of the leading tone in a Cadence?

Accepted Answer

It creates a sense of anticipation and resolution

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It provides a contrasting texture

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It demonstrates the composer's technical ability

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It modulates to a new key

Question 33

Which of the following chord progressions would form an authentic cadence, creating a sense of closure?

Accepted Answer

I - V - I

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IV - I - V

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I - IV - V

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V - IV - I

Question 34

Which type of cadence provides a strong sense of resolution, often ending a musical phrase?

Accepted Answer

Perfect Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

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Imperfect Cadence

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Deceptive Cadence

Question 35

Which cadence involves a progression from the tonic chord to the subdominant chord, typically creating a sense of rest?

Accepted Answer

Plagal Cadence

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Imperfect Cadence

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Deceptive Cadence

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Authentic Cadence

Question 36

Which type of cadence is commonly used to temporarily end a musical phrase or section?

Accepted Answer

Half Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

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Perfect Cadence

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Authentic Cadence

Question 37

Which chord progression typically creates a deceptive cadence, surprising the listener?

Accepted Answer

V - VI

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V - I - IV

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IV - I - V

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I - IV - V

Question 38

Which type of cadence is often used to transition smoothly between contrasting sections of music?

Accepted Answer

Modulatory Cadence

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Perfect Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

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Imperfect Cadence

Question 39

Which cadence is characterized by a progression from a dominant chord to a tonic chord?

Accepted Answer

Authentic Cadence

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Imperfect Cadence

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Deceptive Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

Question 40

Which type of cadence is often used in popular music to create a sense of suspense or expectation?

Accepted Answer

Half Cadence

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Perfect Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a type of cadence in music?

Accepted Answer

Suspending cadence

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Imperfect cadence

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Plagal cadence

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Perfect cadence

Question 42

In a perfect cadence, which chord comes last?

Accepted Answer

Tonic

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Leading note

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Dominant

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Subdominant

Question 43

What is the term for a cadence that ends with a rest?

Accepted Answer

Half cadence

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Full cadence

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Plagal cadence

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Tierce de Picardie

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of cadences?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of confusion

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To convey emotions

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To enhance the structure of a piece

Question 45

Which characteristic describes a plagal cadence?

Accepted Answer

It moves from the subdominant to the tonic.

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It is often found in Baroque music.

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It has a strong feeling of resolution.

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It is always used at the very end of a piece.

Question 46

Which cadence typically results in a strong feeling of resolution?

Accepted Answer

Authentic cadence

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Plagal cadence

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Deceptive cadence

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False cadence

Question 47

Which of the following chord progressions represents the most common type of perfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - V - I

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IV - V - I

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I - IV - V

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V - I - IV

Question 48

Which type of cadence is typically used to create a sense of closure and finality in a musical composition?

Accepted Answer

Authentic cadence

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Plagal cadence

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Deceptive cadence

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Imperfect cadence

Question 49

What is the primary function of a plagal cadence in musical compositions?

Accepted Answer

To provide a sense of repose and stability

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To create tension and anticipation

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To establish the tonic

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To resolve to the tonic

Question 50

Which of the following chord progressions is an example of an imperfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

V - VI

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I - V - I

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IV - V - I

Question 51

How do cadences contribute to the overall impact and organization of a musical composition?

Accepted Answer

They provide direction and form, creating a sense of coherence and closure.

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They serve primarily as decorative elements.

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They only appear at the very end of musical pieces.

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a perfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

It resolves to a minor third

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It involves the tonic chord

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It creates a strong sense of finality

Question 53

What is the key difference between an authentic cadence and a plagal cadence?

Accepted Answer

Authentic cadence resolves to the tonic on the strong beat, while plagal cadence resolves on the weak beat.

Answer

Authentic cadence uses major chords, while plagal cadence uses minor chords.

Question 54

How does a deceptive cadence contribute to the expressive qualities of music?

Accepted Answer

It creates a surprising and engaging effect by resolving unexpectedly to a different chord.

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It introduces a new key or tonality.

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It signals the end of a musical section.

Question 55

In which musical genre are plagal cadences commonly used?

Accepted Answer

Choral music

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Electronic dance music

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Rock music

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Jazz music