3. Music Fundamentals III(COLON) Triads and Seventh Chords

Analyzing Harmonic Function At An Introductory Level — Quiz

Test your understanding of analyzing harmonic function at an introductory level with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

In a tonal passage, what is the main harmonic function of the tonic chord, which is built on the first scale degree?

Question 2

Which triad quality is built by stacking a major third and then a minor third above the root?

Question 3

In a major key, which scale degree normally forms the dominant triad?

Question 4

What is the basic structure of a seventh chord in root position?

Question 5

Which harmonic label is most closely associated with a chord that creates tension and usually wants to resolve to tonic?