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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the audience feel about Jazz's performance at the piano recital?

2. Why does Antonia think that Jazz does not want to play the polonaise again?

3. Who does Antonia take her anger and frustration out on, while her mom is at the hospital?

4. What does Mrs. Luther give to Antonia before she leaves for foster care?

5. Why does Jazz not want her friends to know she plays the piano?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Jazz's mother call the police on Jazz and her friends?

2. What is Gregoire's effect on Jazz?

3. Describe the Abeytas and their importance to the story.

4. Why does Jazz think Antonia might not want to be seen with her?

5. Why has Karen chosen to go into social work, and what is it about her that gives Antonia hope?

6. Why does Jazz feel guilty about her friends hearing her play?

7. As nice as the Abeytas are, how does Antonia feel about staying at their house?

8. Who is Ram and why is he important to the story?

9. What does Jazz say about the definition of a dream?

10. Why does Jazz skip the competition and quit the piano?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Gregoire is an important character in Jazz's life. Discuss at least three reasons why Gregoire is so appealing to Jazz. Include in your answer what the impact of Gregoire's actions are on Jazz's music career.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Dr. DiLeo's character and his impact he has on both Antonia and Jazz. Argue that his actions in pairing Antonia and Jazz together for mutual counseling are justified. If you think his actions were wrong, explain why giving specific examples.

Essay Topic 3

Every story has a plot. Discuss the five elements of plot structure. Provide one specific example from the book for each of the five elements.

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