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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the Beatles' first recording session, George Martin wanted to replace which Beatle with a studio musician?
(a) George Harrison.
(b) Ringo Starr.
(c) John Lennon.
(d) Pete Best.

2. How much were the Beatles to receive per record in royalties, per their original contract with Parlophone?
(a) One penny.
(b) Two pennies.
(c) One-half pound.
(d) One pound.

3. At the time "All You Need Is Ears" was written, what equipment was used to alter the pitch of a human voice recording?
(a) Eventide Harmoniser.
(b) Harmonising Vocaliser.
(c) Harmonising Eventide.
(d) Vocal Harmoniser.

4. In 1964, what function did Neil Aspinall perform for the Beatles?
(a) Drummer.
(b) Producer.
(c) Songwriter.
(d) Tour manager.

5. During his first meeting with George Martin, the Beatles' manager said that everyone in Liverpool described them in what way?
(a) The cat's pajamas.
(b) Twenty-three skidoo.
(c) The best thing since sliced bread.
(d) The bee's knees.

Short Answer Questions

1. The original contract between the Beatles and Parlophone was set to last for how long?

2. Before George Martin joined the Fleet Air Arm he worked briefly at what occupation?

3. At what age did George Martin join his sister at a convent school?

4. Early in Chapter 1, when the Beatles stood up George Martin, where did he find them?

5. Who are the two children of George Martin and Sheena?

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