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1. What was Michelle Obama's living situation growing up?

Michelle Obama lived on the second floor of an apartment building in Chicago, owned by her great aunt. Obama's Aunt Robbie lived on the first floor with her husband, Terry.

2. Why was it so easy for Obama to find the middle C key on Robbie's piano?

It was easy to find middle C on Robbie's piano because the key had a chipped corner. The chipped key always helped Obama center her hands before she played.

3. What happened when Obama jumped forward in her piano workbook?

Skipping over the lessons she was supposed to do, Obama played a more advanced song for Robbie one day. Robbie was not impressed, and instead, incredulous that Obama had gone against her instructions.

4. What was Obama's father's prized possession?

Obama's father was devoted to his car, a bronze-colored two-door Buick Electra 225. Obama's father nicknamed the car "the Deuce and a Quarter."

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