9. Read the following sentence from “Learning Guitar.” “No one’s asking you to make records like the Beatles,” her dad said.
What is the author’s main purpose for making a reference to the Beatles in this
sentence?
(1 point)
to show the father’s true age
to describe the music Holly was playing
to emphasize that Holly is a novice guitar player
to foreshadow Holly’s future as a successful musician
8. Which of the following statements best identifies a theme explored in
“Learning Guitar”?
(1 point)
Good friends are always there to show support for each other.
Sometimes, honesty is not always the best policy.
The way to comfort a troubled soul is to satisfy the sweet tooth.
A few kind words can do much to build confidence.
Use the passage to answer the question.
6. Read the following sentences from “Learning Guitar.”
“Give me a G,” her dad said, and Holly played the note on the guitar. "That's
pretty good,” he responded. “Now give me a D . . . Not bad . . . I'd say you’re
coming along.”
Which of the following words best describes the father’s tone?
(1 point)
comforting
eager
encouraging
indifferent
Use the passage to answer the question.
7. How does the author of "Learning Guitar" mostly reveal the character of Holly’s
dad?
(1 point)
through Holly’s description of him
through her mom’s description of him
through his thoughts
through his words