In which form is the final movement of a sonata often characterized by repeating one section several times with contrasting sections in between?

The final movement of a sonata is often characterized by Rondo Form, which involves the repetition of a principal theme (the "A" section) interspersed with contrasting episodes. In this structure, the recurring theme is typically catchy and easily recognizable, making it a vibrant and lively conclusion. The contrasting sections, labeled as "B," "C," etc., provide diversity and contrast to the repeated theme while maintaining a cohesive overall form.

In Rondo, the pattern might look something like this: A - B - A - C - A, where the "A" section returns multiple times throughout the movement. This creates a playful and energetic atmosphere, which is common in the closing movement of a sonata, allowing for a sense of resolution and completeness. The other forms listed—Sonata Allegro, Theme and Variations, and Binary Form—do not have the same structural characteristics of embedding recurring themes within contrasting sections in the same way that Rondo does.