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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1977, how did Paul McCartney compensate for sound differences when performing "Live and Let Die" in concert?
(a) He compensated for less orchestration by adding more guitars and drums.
(b) He encouraged the audience to sing along.
(c) He lip-synched to a recording of the song.
(d) He compensated for less orchestration by adding lasers and explosions.

2. Why is it almost never cost effective to play classical music live in modern times, according to George Martin?
(a) Most people prefer to buy recordings rather than attend live performances.
(b) The sheer number of musicians needed to form an orchestra.
(c) Finding enough talented musicians to form an orchestra is difficult.
(d) Audiences will not pay high ticket prices.

3. Chapter 1 begins with George Martin waking up where?
(a) A recording studio.
(b) A Paris hotel room.
(c) His childhood home.
(d) A house he purchased in London.

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

5. Who woke George Martin in the middle of the night, at the beginning of Chapter 1?
(a) Paul McCartney.
(b) Brian Epstein.
(c) Mal Evans.
(d) Neil Aspinall.

Short Answer Questions

1. When ADT was first applied to John Lennon's voice, what made-up phrase did George Martin use to describe the mechanics?

2. According to George Martin in Chapter 2, what was the great challenge faced by classical composers in the late twentieth century?

3. Who found a solution to the noise problem caused by extra tracks multiplying hiss and crackle?

4. What was the cause of death of George Martin's mother?

5. During the Beatles' first trip to America, why did Alan Livingston attempt to keep George Martin away from press conferences and the limelight?

(see the answer key)

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