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Read this sentence from paragraph 6. "Does she think I'm here for an impromptu tutoring session?" What does impromptu mean in this sentence?
inspiring
tiresome
unplanned
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"I slunk to the back of the room and glared at the black and white monstrosity. It was so out of place, like a tuxedo in a room full of sweatshirts." (10) What does this description reveal about the narrator's view of Mrs. Lahri's piano?
Mrs. Lahri should not have brought it, as it stands out in s
Mrs. Lahri is showing off her wealth, making him feel bad.
He should be dressed up to play it, because the piano is so
He is fascinated with the piano, but he does not feel worthy
In paragraph 13, what does the narrator mean when he describes the music as "swelling into a wave"?
It crashes all at once.
It makes him want to cry.
It is muted by the locked door.
It becomes something powerful.
Read the sentence from paragraph 19. "And I tuck that secret in my back pocket, where no one can hear it but me." What does this sentence show about the narrator's feelings about the music he hears?
He believes it is special.
He wants to share it with others.
He is ashamed of it.
He does not understand it.
Which of the narrator's claims in the passage is unreliable?
He does not like some aspects of classrooms.
His father has dropped his off at school early.
He has no interest in the grand piano.
He has trouble reading musical notes.
Match the text evidence below to the truth it reveals about the narrator. "It's a wonder that those symbols make up a language of sorts, though of course they mock me." (paragraph 1)
The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.
Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality
It suggests the narrator's interest in the piano.
Match the text evidence below to the truth it reveals about the narrator. "To my annoyance, I found the door locked whenever she wasn't there. At lunch? Door closed. After school? Shut down. And now, in the morning? Still locked." (paragra
The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.
It suggests the narrator's interest in the piano.
Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality
Match the text evidence below to the truth it reveals about the narrator. "Suddenly, a blaring noise jolts my eyes open. It's the bell, obnoxiously drowning it all out." (paragraph 14)
It suggests the narrator's interest in the piano.
Music has the ability to transport the narrator from reality
The narrator lacks a formal understanding of music.
What is the theme of the story?
Actions reveal more about people than their words.
One good teacher can change a child's life.
Music should be a part of every child's education.
Practice is more important to success than passion.
