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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Claude want to attend a regular university instead of a musical conservatory?
(a) He wants a well-rounded education.
(b) All of his friends will be attending regular universities.
(c) A regular university is less expensive than a musical conservatory.
(d) There are no musical conservatories close enough to his home so he can care for his mother.

2. 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?
(a) Mr. Weisfeld thinks Claude needs adult supervision.
(b) Mr. Weisfeld thinks Claude is gifted.
(c) Mr. Weisfeld thinks Claude is going to give up.
(d) Mr. Weisfeld thinks Claude may be ill.

3. How does Claude feel about sitting in the children's section of the movie theater?
(a) Relieved.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Annoyed.
(d) Excited.

4. Where do Claude and Frescobaldi go after lunch?
(a) To visit a musician friend of Frescobaldi.
(b) Shopping for Claude's formal wear.
(c) Mr. Weisfeld's music store.
(d) Carnegie Hall.

5. What is Lady Powers' actual first name?
(a) Pamela.
(b) Penelope.
(c) Priscilla.
(d) Patricia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Emma return to New York City during the questioning process about her suspected communist activities?

2. What does Claude ask Catherine to do in a letter he sends her?

3. Even though Peter's playing is basic and unspirited, why does Claude enjoy accompanying him?

4. What adjective describes the opinion of Claude's music instructors at the Bentley School regarding Claude's talent?

5. What is the relationship between Claude and Ivan Andrews?

(see the answer key)

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