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1. In Chapter 1, why is Banquo's aria from Verdi's opera Macbeth a meaningful audition piece for Ryan?

In Chapter 1, Banquo's aria from Verdi's opera Macbeth is a meaningful audition piece for Ryan because the aria is about a father protecting his son - something that Ryan's own father, Cecil, failed to do during Ryan's childhood.

2. What is the major difference between Ryan and his fellow singer and competitor, Philippe?

The major difference between Ryan and his fellow singer and competitor Philippe is that Philippe is very confident in his own talents and abilities, to the point of being almost arrogant, whereas Ryan is less sure of himself at the beginning of the book.

3. Why does Ryan like Arnold Schwarzenegger so much?

Ryan likes Arnold Schwarzenegger so much because the actor was his father's favorite bodybuilder, and he used to watch Schwarzenegger movies with his father as a child.

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