Music Theory Basics Quiz

1. How many semitones are in one octave?

2. Which step pattern defines a major scale (W = whole step, H = half step)?

3. How many semitones are in a perfect fifth?

4. How many semitones make up a tritone?

5. Which pair of notes is enharmonic equivalents on a piano?

6. Which three notes make up a major triad built on C?

7. Which key has no sharps or flats?

8. What is the relative minor of C major?

9. Which key signature has one sharp (F-sharp)?

10. What is the dominant chord (V) in the key of C major?

11. How many quarter-note beats fill one measure in 4/4 time?

12. How many beats does a dotted half note last in 4/4 time?

13. The standard concert pitch A4 is set to what frequency?

14. In equal temperament, what is the frequency ratio of one semitone?

15. Which clef marks the note G4 on the second line of the staff?