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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 - Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the seventh chapter, Richard's nurse-practitioner advises him to order what item as soon as possible?
(a) A ramp.
(b) A power wheelchair.
(c) A ventilator.
(d) A Hoyer lift.

2. In the Prologue to the novel, Richard notes his playing lacks what?
(a) Technical skill.
(b) Control.
(c) An emotional connection.
(d) A full crowd.

3. What information does Elise tell Karina about Richard during their morning walk in Chapter Eight?
(a) That Richard has pneumonia.
(b) That Richard is now in a wheelchair.
(c) That both of his arms are totally paralyzed.
(d) That Richard is losing his home.

4. What school does Grace attend?
(a) The University of the Arts.
(b) The University of Pennsylvania.
(c) The University of Chicago.
(d) The University of Miami.

5. Once Karina became a mother, what did she stop doing?
(a) Going out with friends.
(b) Caring for herself.
(c) Teaching piano lessons.
(d) Playing jazz.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Richard gets dressed in the sixth chapter, what makes him feel demoralized?

2. Which childhood friend changed Karina's thoughts about childhood?

3. What part of Richard stops working first?

4. Which musician's music plays in the coffee shop while Karina is visiting her daughter?

5. What is the name of Grace's boyfriend?

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