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This AP Music Theory study guide covers major scales, including the whole and half step pattern (W-W-H-W-W-W-H), the C Major scale example, and diatonic vs. chromatic notes. It also explains scale degrees (tonic, supertonic, mediant, subdominant, dominant, submediant, leading tone, octave) and Roman numeral analysis. Finally, it discusses the circle of fifths, key signatures, and exam tips focusing on key identification, scale construction, and Roman numeral analysis.
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Question 1 of 10
Major scales are often described as sounding what?
Sad and melancholic
Bright and cheerful 🎶
Dark and mysterious
Agressive and intense