Based on paragraphs 4 & 5, what can be inferred about the author?

She finds deep meaning in the beauty of nature.

from par. 2: "Then a slow, downward sales arpeggio started." What does the author's use of musical terminology convey?

How the popularity of the piano has shifted like notes in a song

What is the purpose of the information in the excerpt from the article "These Old Piano Blues" ?

To explain why traditional pianos have greatly declined in value

Which quotation best shows that the author is relieved someone wants his old piano?

But like many a blues song, this piano riff ends with hope (par 6)

Which sentence best expresses the author's opinion about the culture of high school?

It was toxic water to my spirit; I drank in thinking it was life ..(par. 9)

In paragraph 2, what is the author's main reason for including the anecdote about Mattie Stepanek?

Stepanek inspired others to overcome personal obstacles.

What evidence does the author primarily use to support her message?

reflections on personal experiences

How does the author mainly organize his ideas?

discusses trends in piano ownership describng his exp. trying to get rid

What is the primary purpose of paragraph 7?

To explain why letting go of pianos is acceptable at times

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1
Based on paragraphs 4 & 5, what can be inferred about the author?
She finds deep meaning in the beauty of nature.
She wishes she had spent more time in nature in her youth.
She enjoys traveling to faraway places to see natural wonders.
She grew up in an urban area where there was little natural landscape.
2
"[T]o step outside the cages and breathe in the fresh air of freedom" (par10) shows the author views high school as-
a source of discipline
a source of transition
a source of confinement
a source of order
3
Which word from the excerpt means "an approximate amount"?
treacherous (paragraph 5)
roughly (paragraph 4)
peak (paragraph 1)
substantial (paragraph 3)
4
from par. 2: "Then a slow, downward sales arpeggio started." What does the author's use of musical terminology convey?
How the popularity of the piano has shifted like notes in a song
How piano dealers use musical language when they speak
How piano tones affect the price of instruments
How piano music will persist despite its increase in popularity
5
What is the purpose of the information in the excerpt from the article "These Old Piano Blues" ?
To prove that pianos made in the last century are irreplaceable
To inform people about new American trends with musical instruments
To describe the difference between the old pianos and new ones
To explain why traditional pianos have greatly declined in value
6
Which quotation best shows that the author is relieved someone wants his old piano?
But like many a blues song, this piano riff ends with hope (par 6)
The song had gone from major to minor, but we pressed on (par 4)
Then the song shifted to the saddest of blues (par 4)
And to be sure, many older pianos have reached their coda (par 7)
7
In paragraph 4, what does grandeur most nearly mean?
Shapeliness
Magnificence
Elegance
Sophistication
8
Which sentence best expresses the author's opinion about the culture of high school?
You may not be able to change the voices you have believed.. (par. 6)
It takes time to excavate the past, but it is well worth it (par. 5)
It was toxic water to my spirit; I drank in thinking it was life ..(par. 9)
Something happened to my exuberance as I approached high school (par. 1)
9
According to the selection, the author urges high school students to be-
unafraid of being themselves
concerned about their effects on others
willing to accept consequences for their actions
opinionated and outspoken
10
In paragraph 2, what is the author's main reason for including the anecdote about Mattie Stepanek?
Stepanek wrote poetry for high school students.
Stepanek inspired others to overcome personal obstacles.
Stepanek helped others deal with physical challenges.
Stepanek encouraged people to publish their writing.
11
What evidence does the author primarily use to support her message?
causes that led her to move to a new location
quotations from well-known individuals
comparisons to other high-school students
reflections on personal experiences
12
How does the author mainly organize his ideas?
argues against getting rid of old pianos by explning how importnt they were
supports people learn'g to play piano w/stories from students who enjoy
lists benefits of owning a piano ref'cing a mag article about instrumnts
discusses trends in piano ownership describng his exp. trying to get rid
13
What is the primary purpose of paragraph 7?
To explain why letting go of pianos is acceptable at times
To detail the life cycle of pianos
To describe pianos in a historical context
To state the reasons why pianos are still important
14
Which definition most closely matches the meanign of boom as it is used in paragraph 4?
a long pole for holding a microphone
a deep hollow sound
a rapid increase in activity
a barrier to obstruct navigation

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