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Question 1

Which interval is formed between the notes C and G?

Accepted Answer

Perfect fifth

Answer

The distance from C to G spans seven half steps, which defines a perfect fifth.

Question 2

What does the term 'enharmonic' mean in music theory?

Accepted Answer

Two notes that sound the same but are spelled differently

Answer

Enharmonic notes like C-sharp and D-flat produce the same pitch but use different letter names.

Question 3

In a major scale, what is the pattern of whole and half steps?

Accepted Answer

W-W-H-W-W-W-H

Answer

Every major scale follows the intervallic pattern whole-whole-half-whole-whole-whole-half.

Question 4

What type of chord is built by stacking a minor third on top of a major third?

Accepted Answer

Minor triad

Answer

A minor triad consists of a minor third from root to third and a major third from third to fifth.

Question 5

Which mode starts on the second degree of a major scale?

Accepted Answer

Dorian

Answer

The Dorian mode is constructed by playing a major scale starting and ending on its second degree.

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