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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mozart's reaction to Constanze's game with the Venticelli?
(a) He tries to be angry but backs down and kisses her instead of raging.
(b) He is angry and orders her to go home.
(c) He is angry and tells her she has ruined her reputation.
(d) He is furious and slaps her.

2. In conversation with Salieri, what attitude to his father does Mozart display?
(a) That he is hostile.
(b) That he is a loving and devoted son.
(c) That he is jealous.
(d) That he is uncaring and hopes he will be left money.

3. With news of his father's death, what aspects of himself does Mozart now reveal?
(a) His vulverability and shame.
(b) His morbid tendencies and his hunger for money.
(c) His towering ego and indifference.
(d) His childishness and dependence.

4. Why is a party being held at Baroness Waldstadten's?
(a) To celebrate New Year's Eve.
(b) To celebrate the Feast of the Assumption.
(c) To celebrate the Emperor's birthday.
(d) To celebrate Salieri's birthday.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In which room at the Baroness's does Salieri first see Mozart?

2. What is meant by the words 'one must avoid music that smells of music'?

3. What does Salieri say is the effect of the slowness in the music?

4. What wish of Salieri's is granted at this point?

5. What does Salieri do, in his pain?

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