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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 8, in George Martin's layer cake metaphor, what was the first layer in a four-track recording?
(a) Extra bits, called sweetening.
(b) Rhythm, such as drums and bass.
(c) The lead voice.
(d) Harmonies, such as piano or guitar.

2. At Abbey Road, what skills did George Martin realize were required to make recordings, in addition to technical abilities?
(a) Diplomatic skills and tact.
(b) Promotion and public relations.
(c) Carpentry.
(d) Accounting.

3. During their first meeting with George Martin, who was the most talkative Beatle?
(a) Ringo Starr.
(b) George Harrison.
(c) Paul McCartney.
(d) Pete Best.

4. Who were the four Beatles who first met with George Martin in 1962?
(a) Brian Epstein, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Pete Best.
(b) John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Pete Best.
(c) Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Pete Best, and Ringo Starr.
(d) John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Brian Epstein, and Pete Best.

5. During their first meeting with George Martin, which Beatle did not speak a word?
(a) Pete Best.
(b) Paul McCartney.
(c) John Lennon.
(d) George Harrison.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much were the Beatles to receive per record in royalties, per their original contract with Parlophone?

2. What was the cause of death of George Martin's mother?

3. George Martin's new business, AIR, is an acronym for what?

4. At the time "All You Need Is Ears" was written, what equipment was used to alter the pitch of a human voice recording?

5. After how many attempts, as described in Chapter 9, did Capitol Records agree to release Beatles records?

(see the answer key)

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