"Trombone Shorty" Final Review Level 3

What elements can show us that “Trombone Shorty” is an autobiography? (more than one answer)

• It uses third-person point of view.

• It uses first-person point of view.

• It is written in chronological order.

• It informs us the important events and people in author’s life.

Which of the following is what you can read in an autobiography?

• “She spends her afternoons volunteering at the local animal shelter, where she feels a deep connection to the rescued pets.”

• “I have always cherished my summer vacations in the mountains, where I learned the names of all the wildflowers.”

• “As a little boy, Keith has always been fascinated by stars and planets, dedicating every clear night to gazing through his telescope on the rooftop.”

What did Troy do after playing with Bo Diddley? (part 3)

• He decided to move to another city.

• He started his own band.

• He stopped playing music for a while.

What would Troy do when his brother, James, played the trumpet? (part 1)

• He would pretend to play with his brother.

• He would listen carefully to his brother’s music.

• He would play along with real instruments.

What does “WHERE Y’AT?” mean in New Orleans? (part 1)

• It's a way to ask someone where they are.

• It's a question about where someone lives.

• It's a greeting similar to saying hello.

What is the author’s purpose of writing this text? (part 1)

• To explain how different New Orleans is from other places

• To inform about his life and the culture of New Orleans

• To persuade people to visit New Orleans

What does Troy do at the end of his performances now? (part 3)

• He plays trombone with younger musicians.

• He leads a parade of musicians around.

• He gives a speech about the history of jazz.

What led the author to start playing with a real instrument? (part 2)

• His mother bought him a trombone on his birthday.

• He borrowed a trombone from the brass band.

• He found a beaten up trombone.

What special event does Troy get excited about each year? (part 1)

• Mardi Gras with a delicious family dinner

• Parades and music on the streets during Mardi Gras

• A big family get together with all his relatives

What does Troy compare the mixing of different music styles to? (part 2)

• Painting a picture with many colors

• Cooking a dish with various ingredients

• Building a house with different materials