4. Harmony and Voice Leading I(COLON) Chord Function, Cadence, and Phrase

Beginning Part-writing And Harmonic Analysis — Quiz

Test your understanding of beginning part-writing and harmonic analysis with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

In basic harmonic function, which chord most often serves as the tonal center or point of rest in a major key?

Question 2

Which cadence normally sounds the most final and conclusive in common-practice tonal music?

Question 3

In a simple phrase structure, what is the most common role of a cadence?

Question 4

When writing basic four-part harmony, which voice is usually the highest part?

Question 5

In introductory voice leading, which motion is generally preferred between chords?