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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. George Martin perceived which Beatle to be the leader of the group, early in their relationship, as described in Chapter 7?
(a) George Harrison.
(b) Paul McCartney.
(c) John Lennon.
(d) No one.

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

3. After hearing the Beatles play for the first time live, George Martin wanted to replace which musician?
(a) The lead guitarist.
(b) The bass player.
(c) The vocalist.
(d) The drummer.

4. During recording sessions, as described in Chapter 5, George Martin and which artist often collapsed into fits of giggles?
(a) George Harrison.
(b) Peter Sellers.
(c) Frank Sinatra.
(d) Peggy Lee.

5. According to George Martin in Chapter 7, Ringo Starr's lack of technical skill was made up for by what?
(a) The rough voice of John Lennon.
(b) Solid technique and individuality.
(c) The sweet voice of Paul McCartney.
(d) Charisma.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 10, which Beatle does George Martin describe as an aural Salvador Dali?

2. How did the recording tape used at Capitol in 1958 differ from the tape used at Abbey Road?

3. During their first meeting with George Martin, which Beatle did not speak a word?

4. What was the first difference George Martin noticed at Capitol Studios in America, as compared to Abbey Road, as described in Chapter 8?

5. In what year was "Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" recorded?

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