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

Connecting Harmonic Choices To Formal Structure — Quiz

Test your understanding of connecting harmonic choices to formal structure with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

In common-practice tonal music, what is the most common formal role of a cadence at the end of a phrase?

Question 2

Which chord usually has the strongest feeling of home and stability in a key?

Question 3

What is the most likely formal effect of a dominant chord near the end of a phrase?

Question 4

Which cadence type gives the strongest sense of finality at the end of a phrase?

Question 5

A phrase that ends with an open or unfinished sound most likely ends with which cadence?