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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Cage recalls that one of Robert Rauschenberg's paintings was destroyed by what animal?
(a) Cat.
(b) Rat.
(c) Rabbit.
(d) Dog.

2. In what month were all three parts of "Composition as Process" given?
(a) January.
(b) September.
(c) July,
(d) May.

3. Where did Merce Cunningham study before going to New York City?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) Los Angeles.
(d) Boston.

4. What did Cage question about Erik Satie?
(a) His relevance.
(b) His death.
(c) Who should take credit for his work.
(d) If they ever met.

5. What did Dr. Suzuki eat at dinner while everyone ate curries?
(a) Bread pudding.
(b) Raw fruits and vegetables.
(c) Pork chops.
(d) Rice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Cage had a method for bringing about unpredictability where he tossed how many coins?

2. In what year did Cage meet Merce Cunningham?

3. A portion of "Composition as Process--3: Communication" was published in what publication?

4. Who did Erik Satie describe as stupid and weak, according to Cage's essay on him?

5. In what year did Cage and Merce Cunningham begin working together?

(see the answer key)

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