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Read this quotation from paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
Why does the narrator use a metaphor to describe his response to playing the piano?

To explain how he is able to remember a piece of music

To show how sharing music increases enjoyment

To suggest that owning a piano can spark enthusiasm

To reveal the depth of his feelings towards the piano

E2.4F

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In paragraph 8 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, Luc suggests that the narrator —

trust his ability to make decisions

reflect on the commitment of buying a piano

be willing to consider other pianos

think about playing different instruments

E2.4F

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In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, which idea is introduced?

The power of intuition

An unachieved goal

Impractical choices

The wisdom of experience

E2.4F

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Read this quotation from paragraph 16 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What can the reader infer about the narrator’s wife based on her words?

The wife believes it is more important to invest in the arts than in other things.

The wife does not believe people should deny themselves things that they want.

The wife views the piano as an attractive addition to their living room.

The wife sees music as a necessary outlet for her husband’s creativity.

E2.4F

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In paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, how does the narrator feel about playing the Stingl piano in the piano shop?

He needs Luc to help him build confidence in his musical ability.

He hopes Luc will believe that he is worthy of the Stingl.

He feels oddly comfortable playing in front of Luc.

He enjoys showing Luc that he can play different types of music.

E2.4F

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In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, why does the narrator describe the piano as “a strange and wonderful combination of the robust and the delicate”?

To explain why he feels this particular piano is special

To reveal that he needs a piano that is not too fragile or ornate

To state why he is physically able to play this particular piano

To suggest that he prefers a piano that won’t require much upkeep

E2.8F

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Read this quotation from paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What is the narrator’s purpose for including this description?

To explain where he is shopping for a piano

To highlight his doubts about wanting a piano

To show how he exaggerates when describing events

To reveal the strength of his desire to play the piano again

E2.8F

2021 STAAR English 2 - Fiction: The Piano Shop on the Left Bank

2021 STAAR English 2 - Fiction: The Piano Shop on the Left Bank

Read this quotation from paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.Why does the narrator use a metaphor to describe his response to playing the piano?

In paragraph 8 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, Luc suggests that the narrator —

In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, which idea is introduced?

Read this quotation from paragraph 16 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.What can the reader infer about the narrator’s wife based on her words?

In paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, how does the narrator feel about playing the Stingl piano in the piano shop?

In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, why does the narrator describe the piano as “a strange and wonderful combination of the robust and the delicate”?

Read this quotation from paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.What is the narrator’s purpose for including this description?

Read this quotation from paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.Why does the narrator use a metaphor to describe his response to playing the piano?

In paragraph 8 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, Luc suggests that the narrator —

In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, which idea is introduced?

Read this quotation from paragraph 16 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.What can the reader infer about the narrator’s wife based on her words?

In paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, how does the narrator feel about playing the Stingl piano in the piano shop?

In paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, why does the narrator describe the piano as “a strange and wonderful combination of the robust and the delicate”?

Read this quotation from paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.What is the narrator’s purpose for including this description?

Read this quotation from paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
Why does the narrator use a metaphor to describe his response to playing the piano?

Read this quotation from paragraph 16 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What can the reader infer about the narrator’s wife based on her words?

Read this quotation from paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What is the narrator’s purpose for including this description?

Read this quotation from paragraph 17 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
Why does the narrator use a metaphor to describe his response to playing the piano?

Read this quotation from paragraph 16 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What can the reader infer about the narrator’s wife based on her words?

Read this quotation from paragraph 1 of the excerpt from The Piano Shop on the Left Bank.
What is the narrator’s purpose for including this description?