The Blind Pianist

How old was Nobu when his parents discovered his talent?

• From birth

• Four years old

• Two years old

• Ten years old

Nobu's teachers were surprised by his listening ability.

• True

• False

What is Nobu's preferred learning style?

• He doesn't have a style

• Listening is his first choice

• He likes to use his hands

• He prefers his mother to tell him

Nobu learns by listening to and memorizing music from recorded tapes.

• True

• False

Is Stevie Wonder Nobu's favourite musician?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• I don't know

Nobu met Stevie Wonder because he is also a blind musician.

• True

• False

What event changed Nobu's life at 20?

• His trip to America.

• The warm welcome of his host family.

• The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

• His host family's neighbors listening to his music.

The Van Cliburn International Competition happens every three to four years.

• True

• False

How did the American host family treat Nobu and his mother?

• They were very friendly and made them feel comfortable.

• They wanted Nobu and his mother to live there forever.

• They didn't like Nobu and his mother.

• They gave Nobu's mother some appliances to feel at home.

The dream of any young musician is to become famous and make lots of money.

• True

• False