Gramps' Favorite Gift

What two items is Quentin carrying as he gets off the bus?

• A) A lunchbox and a guitar

• B) A basketball and a book

• C) Math homework and a saxophone

• D) A science project and a trumpet

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Where does Quentin usually play the saxophone?

• A) At home

• B) In the school band

• C) At a friend's house

• D) In a jazz club

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Why is Quentin not interested in playing the old jazz songs from the 1940s?

• A) He doesn't like playing the saxophone at all.

• B) He finds the songs too difficult to play.

• C) He prefers playing songs that are popular on the radio.

• D) He only likes to play classical music.

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What does Marcus's "Top Secret" notebook contain?

• His homework assignments

• Song lyrics and poems he has written

• Notes from his piano lessons

• Plans for his future band

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How is Marcus different from his brother?

• Marcus is not a model student

• Marcus prefers music that is calmer and more meaningful

• Marcus does not take piano lessons

• Marcus is younger than his brother

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Since when has Marcus been taking piano lessons?

• Since kindergarten

• Since first grade

• Since second grade

• Since third grade

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What is Marcus's aspiration for the future in relation to music?

• To become a famous solo singer

• To play the guitar in a band

• To play the keyboard in a band and lead from the background

• To write a famous musical

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

• To have a surprise party

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

• To bake a banana pudding

• To listen to music with the family

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When did the mother reveal her plans for the birthday party?

• While walking home

• During dinner the night before

• After the party

• While eating dessert

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

• They were excited

• They looked very happy

• They looked pleadingly at their father for help

• They immediately agreed to help

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