Grandma's Music

In paragraph 12 of Grandma's Secret, Annie couldn't believe her family had kept her in the dark about their musical past. What does she mean by "kept her in the dark"?

• Her family doesn't use lights when they play music.

• Her family kept their musical past a secret.

• Her family turns off the lights when they tell secrets.

• Her family lied about their musical past.

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Why was music so special to grandma?

• it reminded her of different times in her life

• she played a lot of instruments

• she didn't like to go outside

• she was in a lot of bands

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What did grandma and the boy notice during the concert?

• the music sounded worse live

• the music sounded the same as it did at home

• the music sounded different than it did at home

• they couldn't hear the music very well

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What memories does the boy have when he listens to his music when he is older?

• he thinks of spending time with his grandma

• he thinks about playing in a band

• he remembers going to school

• he remembers summers playing football

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In the story 'Grandma's Music', what does the phrase 'music to my ears' imply when Grandma uses it?

• A) The music is too loud.

• B) The music is very pleasing.

• C) The music is annoying.

• D) The music is unfamiliar.

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What is the main theme of 'Grandma's Music'?

• A) The importance of silence.

• B) The power of music to connect generations.

• C) The history of musical instruments.

• D) The evolution of music genres.

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How does Grandma describe her favorite song in 'Grandma's Music'?

• A) As a loud and energetic tune.

• B) As a soft and soothing melody.

• C) As a fast and rhythmic beat.

• D) As a complex and confusing piece.

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In 'Grandma's Music', why does the protagonist feel nostalgic when listening to old records?

• A) They remind them of their childhood with Grandma.

• B) They dislike modern music.

• C) They are interested in music history.

• D) They want to become a musician.

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What literary device is used when Grandma's music is described as 'a bridge to the past'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Hyperbole

• D) Personification

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Which sentence best summarizes the relationship between Grandma and the protagonist in 'Grandma's Music'?

• A) They share a love for gardening.

• B) They bond over their shared love of music.

• C) They often argue about music.

• D) They have no common interests.

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