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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14 - Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While sitting on the bench, Richard reflects that Curtis provided both him and Karina with what?
(a) A strong technical background.
(b) A good education.
(c) Freedom and fulfillment.
(d) Many happy memories.

2. In what class did Karina meet Richard?
(a) Notation class.
(b) Rhythm class.
(c) Improvisation class.
(d) Technique class.

3. What is the name of the home health aide who comes in the afternoon?
(a) Melanie.
(b) Mary.
(c) Marie.
(d) Melinda.

4. When Richard decides to return home after sitting on the bench, what happens?
(a) He meets an old friend.
(b) He cannot move his leg.
(c) His laxative kicks in.
(d) He cannot remember how to get home.

5. In the Prologue to the novel, Richard notes his playing lacks what?
(a) A full crowd.
(b) Technical skill.
(c) An emotional connection.
(d) Control.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the audience applauds in the Prologue to the novel, how does Richard feel?

2. Why does Richard feel humiliated when Karina visits him in the third chapter?

3. Before becoming a home health aide, what did Bill do for a living?

4. What does Richard try to tell Karina in Chapter Sixteen, but she cannot hear him?

5. Richard realizes that his experience with his father mirrors what situation?

(see the answer key)

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