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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Salieri say he was born?
(a) Northern Hispaniola.
(b) Northern Italy.
(c) Southern Italy.
(d) Sardinia.

2. What solo instrument sounds a single note?
(a) A crumhorn.
(b) A viola.
(c) An organ.
(d) An oboe.

3. What causes Mozart to stop his silliness on this occasion?
(a) The idea for some new music.
(b) The mention of his father.
(c) Respect for the Baroness.
(d) Constanze's annoyance.

4. What is Salieri's occupation at this time?
(a) Kappellmeister.
(b) Court Conductor.
(c) Court Musician.
(d) Court Composer.

5. What is Salieri's reaction to the young couple's goings-on?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He thinks it is outrageously funny.
(c) He is appalled.
(d) He is indifferent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Salieri finally meet Mozart?

2. What is Salieri's burning ambition at this time of his life?

3. What surprises Salieri's servants?

4. What philosophic age does Salieri refer to in his first speech for this section of the play?

5. How does Salieri cope with his insight into Mozart's talent?

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