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Trinity Grade 2 music theory practice test
Timed practice for Trinity Grade 2 Music Theory, set out in the board's own sections. Every answer comes with an explanation.
About the exam
Theory of Music Grade 2 is a written theory exam from Trinity College London.
This practice test covers Grade 2: scales and broken chords, correcting notation, sequences, transposition, writing a tune and analysis.
The sections
- Section 1 · GeneralKeys, rhythm, intervals, voices and terms.This section has 21 questions.
- Section 2 · Scales, arpeggios and broken chordsMinor scales, arpeggios, broken chords and tonic triads.This section has 10 questions.
- Section 3 · Correcting notationWrong bars, rests, note values, missing signs and ledger-line notes.This section has 9 questions.
- Section 4 · SequenceContinuing a pattern a step higher or lower.This section has 6 questions.
- Section 5 · TranspositionMoving a tune up or down an octave in the same clef.This section has 8 questions.
- Section 6 · Writing a tuneChoosing notes for a tune to a given rhythm.This section has 7 questions.
- Section 7 · AnalysisQuestions about a short piece in eight bars.This section has 11 questions.
Timing
Exam mode runs a clock of 2 hours for the whole practice test.
The full practice test holds 72 questions.
Study mode has no clock. It checks each answer as you go.
Grade bands as a guide
The board's paper has 100 marks. Trinity College London sets Pass at 60 (60%), Merit at 75 (75%) and Distinction at 87 (87%).
Your practice score is a guide to these bands only.
Source: Trinity College London Theory of Music Syllabus, Grades 1-8 from 2009 (online edition, April 2026), checked October 18, 2026.
Sample questions
Sample 1
Write the scale of A harmonic minor, ascending, one octave. Enter the notes from the lowest A to the highest A.
The answer is A B C D E F G♯ A.
A harmonic minor uses the notes of A natural minor with the 7th degree raised. G becomes G♯, a semitone below the top A.
Sample 2
You are writing a tune in G major to a given rhythm. Which note makes the strongest ending?
- D
- B
- F♯
- G
The answer is D, G.
A tune sounds finished when it ends on the tonic. The tonic of G major is G.
Questions and answers
How long is the Trinity Grade 2 Music Theory practice test?
Exam mode gives 2 hours for the whole practice test. It holds 72 questions. Study mode has no clock.
What sections does the Trinity Grade 2 Music Theory practice test cover?
It follows the board's order in seven sections, from General to Analysis.
Are the answers explained?
Yes. Each answer comes with an explanation of why it is correct.
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