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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 10 - 12 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The speaker describes "sweet, clueless bobby-soxers" (para. 2) telling Lady Day they loved seeing her play in which concert hall?
(a) The State Theater.
(b) Symphony Hall.
(c) Carnegie Hall.
(d) NYC Music Hall.

2. Paragraph 11 begins by listing things people do not want to hear about regarding the singer. What are some of these things?
(a) Dogs and babies.
(b) Fans and agents.
(c) Friends and lovers.
(d) Drinks and men.

3. Who does the story's subject not wish to be mistaken for at the start of "Crazy They Call Me"?
(a) Ella Fitzgerald.
(b) Lady Day.
(c) Billie Holiday.
(d) Eleanora Fagan.

4. What does Lady Day "throw...before swine" in paragraph 10?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Pearls.
(c) Furs.
(d) Dust.

5. Who is the author of "Crazy They Call Me"?
(a) Zadie Smith.
(b) Katie Smith.
(c) Bailey Smith.
(d) Ali Smith.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the singer wish she said to an interviewer from the Daily News who once asked about how she does not read music?

2. What will Lady Day's friends do to support her when someone breaks her heart?

3. Where is Lady Day said to be "not afraid to look for love" in paragraph 5?

4. What do people love to talk about in reference to Lady Day's singing?

5. What do audience members drink in paragraph 10?

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