What was the mother's plan for their grandfather's 80th birthday party?

To have the boys learn and play their grandfather's favorite songs from his college days

To listen to music with the family

How did the two brothers react when their mother shared her plans?

They looked pleadingly at their father for help

They immediately agreed to help

What did the father do when the mother shared her plans and the brothers looked at him?

He smiled and continued to eat his dessert

He agreed to help with the plans

How did Quentin perceive the songs?

He couldn't distinguish one song from another.

He thought they were lively and modern.

He found them to be very stylish.

He enjoyed the songs and found them catchy.

What was Marcus's opinion about the music?

He understood the music a little but it wasn't his style.

He was familiar with the music and liked it.

He didn't understand the music at all.

He thought the music was perfect for his style.

What did their mother do with a big smile?

She handed them the written sheet music.

She scolded them for not practicing enough.

She told them they would not have to perform.

She played the songs on the piano for them.

How did the children respond to their mother's question about the number of songs?

They answered together with a sound of dread.

They disagreed with each other.

Why did their mother choose the particular songs for them to learn?

They were songs Gramps liked when he was young.

What did Marcus learn about jazz music from the Internet?

That certain parts of jazz music are written down and can be learned and repeated by other musicians

That jazz music cannot be composed or written down

That all parts of jazz music are made up as the song goes along

That jazz music should only feature the saxophone

What can musicians do with the parts of jazz music that are not written down?

They can make up parts as the song goes along

They must learn them from a teacher

They are not allowed to play the unwritten parts

They should ignore the unwritten parts and only play the written ones

How did Marcus suggest they start practicing the jazz music?

By practicing the parts slowly to begin with

By playing the music quickly to keep up with the pace

By starting with a solo on the saxophone

By improvising the entire song without written parts

How did Martin respond to Quentin's suggestion?

He mentioned he had the record downloaded on his laptop

He said he didn't have the record

He suggested they should practice more instead

What did Quentin notice about Marcus while they listened to the music?

Marcus was humming along with the music

Why was Marcus humming along with the music considered unusual?

Because Marcus was often too shy to sing or hum

Because Marcus did not like the music

Because Marcus usually sang loudly instead of humming

Because Marcus was usually the one playing the music

What did Quentin realize after the song ended?

He understood the rhythm changes he had ruined before.

He realized the importance of the drummer.

He decided to stop playing music.

He thought the band should play different music.

What did the drummer do during the song according to Quentin's brother?

The drummer yanked the whole band back on its heels.

What was the parents' reaction to the boys practicing music?

They were impressed by the boys' respect for old jazz music.

They were annoyed by the noise.

They were indifferent to the music.

They asked the boys to stop practicing.

What did the mother imply by saying "Well, that was half of my plan, wasn't it?"

She intended to make the boys appreciate old jazz music.

She planned to teach the boys to wash dishes.

She had no plan regarding the boys' music practice.

She wanted to stop the boys from playing music.

How did the family feel about playing the songs together?

They were looking forward to it

What did the little toddler do during the celebration?

Grabbed a mouthful of cake and smeared icing

What did Quentin do after eating a little bit of food?

He piled several cookies and pieces of cake on a platter.

Why did Marcus go back for seconds?

The first plate of food made him feel better.

He wanted to try different foods.

He didn't like the first plate of food.

What did Marcus and Quentin prepare for their grandfather?

B) A special treat involving music

What was the reaction of their grandfather when he heard the tune?

C) He recognized the tune and smiled

What was the grandfather's favorite gift that year?

Quentin and Marcus's performance

Gramps' Favorite Gift

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Hard

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CCSS

RI.4.1, RL.4.3, RF.4.4C

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