Master Chord Progressions in Music: Enhance Your Composition Skills

Question 1

In Western music, which chord progression is most commonly used?

Accepted Answer

I-IV-V

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I-VI-II-V

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IV-I-V-vi

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V-I-IV

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a common chord progression in popular music?

Accepted Answer

I-VII-IV

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I-IV-V

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II-V-I

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IV-I-V

Question 3

What is the name of the first chord in a chord progression built on the first note of the scale?

Accepted Answer

Tonic

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Subdominant

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Dominant

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Mediant

Question 4

Which of the following chords is a type of major triad?

Accepted Answer

C major

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G minor

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Dm

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F# diminished

Question 5

What is the main difference between a major and minor chord?

Accepted Answer

The interval between the root and third

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The interval between the third and fifth

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The interval between the fourth and sixth

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The interval between the fifth and seventh

Question 6

In the I-IV-V progression, which chord is commonly used as a substitute for the V chord?

Accepted Answer

V7

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ii

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vi

Question 7

In the I-IV-V progression, what is the function of the V chord?

Accepted Answer

Dominant

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Tonic

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Subdominant

Question 8

What name is given to the chord progression that creates a sense of tension and resolution?

Accepted Answer

Cadence

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Sequence

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Parallel motion

Question 9

What is the key difference between a tonic and a dominant chord?

Accepted Answer

Tonic chords provide stability, while dominant chords create tension.

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Tonic chords are major, while dominant chords are minor.

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Tonic chords use the root note, while dominant chords use the fifth note.

Question 10

Which of these chord progressions would be considered chromatic?

Accepted Answer

C-C#-D

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C-G-D

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C-F-G

Question 11

Which of these is an example of a perfect cadence?

Accepted Answer

I - V

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I - IV - V

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I - V - IV

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I - ii - V - I

Question 12

What is the term for a chord progression that repeats a pattern over and over?

Accepted Answer

Sequence

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Arpeggio

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Cadence

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Riff

Question 13

What differentiates a major chord from a minor chord?

Accepted Answer

Minor chords have a lowered third.

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Major chords have a greater interval between the root and third.

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Minor chords have a smaller interval between the root and third.

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Major chords have a raised third.

Question 14

Which interval creates a sense of tension within a chord progression?

Accepted Answer

Tritone

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Perfect fourth

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Major seventh

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Perfect octave

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of a deceptive cadence?

Accepted Answer

To evoke a sense of surprise or resolution

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To emphasize the tonic chord

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To transition to a new key

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To introduce a fresh melody

Question 16

Which chord progression is commonly used in popular music genres like rock and pop?

Accepted Answer

I - IV - V

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I - ii - iii - IV

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IV - V - I - vi

Question 17

In a cadence, which chord usually leads to the tonic chord?

Accepted Answer

V (Dominant)

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I (Tonic)

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ii (Supertonic)

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IV (Subdominant)

Question 18

In a chord progression, which chord often serves as the subdominant?

Accepted Answer

IV (Subdominant)

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I (Tonic)

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II (Supertonic)

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V (Dominant)

Question 19

Which chord can add tension to a chord progression?

Accepted Answer

vii° (Half-diminished seventh)

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I (Tonic)

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IV (Subdominant)

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V (Dominant)

Question 20

Which number represents the first degree of a major scale?

Accepted Answer

1

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2

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3

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4

Question 21

What is a chord progression?

Accepted Answer

A sequence of chords played in order

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A sequence of notes played together

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A pattern of rhythms played together

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A melody played over a harmony

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a common chord progression?

Accepted Answer

I - iii - vi - ii - V

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I - IV - V

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I - vi - iii - V

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I - V - vi - iii

Question 23

What is the root note of the C major chord?

Accepted Answer

C

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G

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E

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A

Question 24

Which of these intervals is NOT used in a major triad?

Accepted Answer

Minor third

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Major third

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Perfect fifth

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Major second

Question 25

What is the purpose of using a deceptive cadence?

Accepted Answer

To create a sense of surprise or instability

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To resolve a musical phrase

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To create a sense of tension

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To introduce a new melodic idea

Question 26

Which of these is a characteristic of a strong chord progression?

Accepted Answer

Clear and logical movement

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Frequent use of dissonant chords

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Lack of variation in chord types

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Sudden and unexpected modulations

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a basic chord quality?

Accepted Answer

Suspended

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Major

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Minor

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Augmented

Question 28

Which of the following intervals is added to a major triad to create a dominant seventh chord?

Accepted Answer

Minor seventh

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Minor second

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Major third

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Perfect fifth

Question 29

The interval between the root and the fifth of a chord is known as a(n):

Accepted Answer

Perfect fifth

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Major second

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Minor third

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Major seventh

Question 30

In the key of G major, construct a chord progression that follows the I-IV-V-I pattern.

Accepted Answer

G major - C major - D major - G major

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C major - G major - D major - C major

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D major - C major - G major - D major

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G major - D major - C major - G major

Question 31

Which type of cadence provides a sense of closure and finality?

Accepted Answer

Perfect Authentic Cadence

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Deceptive Cadence

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Imperfect Authentic Cadence

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Plagal Cadence

Question 32

What is the function of the 'tonic' chord in a chord progression?

Accepted Answer

It is the root of the scale and provides stability

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It provides tension and drives the music forward

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It adds color and richness

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It creates contrast and variety

Question 33

Which chord progression would be suitable for a piece of music that expresses sadness?

Accepted Answer

i - IV - v - i

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V - IV - I - vi

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vi - IV - I - V

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I - vi - IV - V

Question 34

What is the root note of the chord Am?

Accepted Answer

A

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C

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D

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E

Question 35

Which of the following chords is a minor chord?

Accepted Answer

Gm

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C

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D7

Question 36

What is the interval between the root and the third of a major chord?

Accepted Answer

Major third

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Minor third

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Perfect fourth

Question 37

Which of these chord progressions is most commonly used in popular music to create a sense of resolution?

Accepted Answer

I - IV - V - I

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V - I - IV - vi

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I - ii - iii - IV

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I - vi - IV - V

Question 38

What is the name of the chord progression that uses the first, fourth, and fifth chords in a major scale?

Accepted Answer

I - IV - V

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V - I - vi

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I - ii - iii

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vi - IV - I

Question 39

In the key of C major, what chord would be the 'V' chord?

Accepted Answer

G major

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A minor

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F major

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D major

Question 40

Which of these chord progressions is often used to create a sense of sadness or longing?

Accepted Answer

ii - V - I

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I - IV - V - I

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IV - I - V - vi

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I - V - vi - IV

Question 41

What is the role of the 'I' chord in a chord progression called?

Accepted Answer

Tonic

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Subdominant

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Dominant

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Leading Tone

Question 42

Which of these is NOT a common way to create variation in a chord progression?

Accepted Answer

Changing the tempo

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Adding a passing chord

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Using a different key

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Adding a seventh chord

Question 43

A song starts with a C major chord, followed by a G major chord. Which chord would most likely come next in a common progression?

Accepted Answer

Am

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Dm

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F major

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Em

Question 44

Why are chord progressions important in music?

Accepted Answer

They create a sense of movement and harmony.

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They are only used in classical music.

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They are used to create melody.

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They determine the rhythm of a song.

Question 45

Which of these is a common chord progression found in blues music?

Accepted Answer

I - IV - V

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I - ii - iii - IV

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vi - IV - I

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V - I - vi

Question 46

Create a simple chord progression using the chords I, IV, and V in the key of D major.

Accepted Answer

D - G - A

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G - D - A

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D - A - G