This Song Will Save Your Life - JACOB BUSA | Laabri

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What is the name of the main character in the novel?

Sally Jamison

Char Westing

Elise Dembowski

Vicky Monroe

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Why does Elise initially attempt to take her own life?

Her best friend moves away

She fails an important test

She feels isolated and constantly bullied

Her parents are getting divorced

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What secret place does Elise discover that changes her life?

A private music studio

A graffiti-covered warehouse

A record shop

An underground nightclub called Start

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What role does Elise eventually take on at the nightclub?

bouncer

dancer

DJ

bartender

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How does Elise first find the club Start?

Her father tells her

She reads about it online

She goes on a nighttime walk and follows music

Someone at school gives her the address

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What type of music becomes Elise's passion and escape?

Rap and R&B

Classical and opera

Country and jazz

Electronic and indie rock

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How do Elise's classmates react to her transformation?

Some remain cruel, while others start to admire her

They all ignore her completely

They report her for breaking curfew

They nominate her for class president

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What lesson does Elise ultimately learn by the end of the novel?

Popularity is more important than self-expression

She doesn’t need to change to be worthy of love and happiness

Running away is the only solution

She must give up music to fit in

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What job does Elise's mom have?

Caterer

Accountant

Music promoter

High school teacher

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What does Elise use to learn how to DJ?

Private lessons from Char

Her father’s record collection

Watching others at the club

Online tutorials and practice