Quiz #11 - Slurs and Ties
Test your knowledge in recognizing slurs and ties on the score.
After you have watched the video above, you can either enter the number of your correct answers below to see how you did compared to other users, or you can proceed with the review and the practice test below.
How many correct answers did you get?
Quiz Review
What's the difference between a slur and a tie?
Both slurs and ties are curved lines that connect notes. The difference is that a tie connects notes of the same pitch, increasing the duration of the notes, while a slur connects notes of different pitches, creating a smooth transition between them called "legato."
Here are some examples of slurs:
Here are some examples of ties:
Practice test
Here are your previous test results dated March 9, 2025
Wrong: 1
(10 of 10)
Correct: 9
Is this a slur or a tie?
Good job!
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