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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Chapters 17, 18, and 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lady say to comfort Claude when he becomes upset after playing the piano for Lady's friends?
(a) He saved a dying party.
(b) Her friends know nothing about music.
(c) She always cries when she hears that song.
(d) Someday he will make a lot of money for playing.

2. At what event does Claude meet Lady's parents?
(a) A homecoming celebration.
(b) Parents' night at Lady's college.
(c) One of Claude's concerts.
(d) Graduation.

3. What happens to Frescobaldi's regular accompanist?
(a) He broke his arm.
(b) He has a family emergency.
(c) He quit after arguing with Frescobaldi.
(d) He has the flu.

4. Where is Emma taken for questioning about her suspected communist activities?
(a) Albany, NY.
(b) Washington, D.C.
(c) Williamsburg, VA.
(d) West Point, NY.

5. What is Claude's goal when he plays with Mr. Fredericks at the music festival?
(a) To play better than Mr. Fredericks.
(b) To impress the talent managers in the audience.
(c) To overcome his stage fright.
(d) To play perfectly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the Powers' home?

2. What does Claude do in the basement of Mr. Weisfeld's music store?

3. What is Mr. Weisfeld's opinion about Claude when he returns to Mr. Weisfeld's music store two weeks after he sells the Claude the piano lessons book?

4. What does Frescobaldi make Claude play at their first meeting before they go to lunch?

5. Why does Claude want to attend a regular university instead of a musical conservatory?

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