The Piano

What did Greta not like about the new item in the living room?

• The color of the item

• The size of the item

• The placement of the item

• The style of the item

Why did Greta run to her room when her brother started banging on the piano?

• Because she was upset about the piano

• Because she wanted to play the piano

• Because she was called by her mother

• Because she had homework to do

What did Greta's mother say about the new piano?

• She loved it.

• She thought it was too expensive.

• She didn't like the color.

• She was indifferent.

What did Greta dream about?

• A sunny beach

• A snowy mountain

• A bustling city

• A quiet forest

How did Greta's mother react when Greta entered the room while she was playing the piano?

• She smiled and continued playing.

• She stopped playing and scolded Greta.

• She ignored Greta and focused on her music.

• She invited Greta to join her.

What did Greta's mother reveal about her own past with the piano?

• She was a concert pianist.

• She never played the piano.

• She taught piano lessons.

• She played the piano when she was a child.

Why was the toy chest moved to the middle of Greta's room?

• To make space for the new piano.

• To clean the floor

• To organize toys better

• To paint the walls

What was Greta's favorite kind of ice cream?

• Vanilla

• Chocolate

• Strawberry Mango

• Mint

Passage: “I didn’t really stop. I guess I kind of drifted away from it. When I moved out of my parents’ house, I left the piano behind, and I never got another one.” Greta stared at her mother’s face, which held a half smile. “You never should have stopped,” said Greta. “You might be right,” Greta’s mother said, and she stole a quick look at her daughter. Greta felt like her mother had just told her a secret, and a bubble of warmth rose inside her. “Will you play some more?” she asked.

• She would like to show Greta how to play the piano.

• She knows Greta is upset and is trying to comfort her.

• She would like to explain to Greta how she learned to play the piano.

• She knows Greta is nervous about having new neighbors.

Which explanation BEST describes the meaning of the phrase drifted away from it as it is used in these sentences from the story?

• Greta’s mother stopped enjoying music.

• Greta’s mother felt sad about playing music.

• Greta’s mother stopped playing the piano bit by bit.

• Greta’s mother suddenly finished listening to a song