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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 has Mozart been living prior to his arrival in Vienna?
(a) Salzburg.
(b) Bonn.
(c) Prague.
(d) Melk.

2. How does Salieri get his hands on some of Mozart's manuscripts?
(a) The Venticelli bring them to him.
(b) He steals them.
(c) He bribes a servant to steal them.
(d) He buys them from a second-hand dealer.

3. What is ironic about court musicians and their employers?
(a) The music is forgettable because the Emperor will pass away.
(b) Everyone is mediocre and everything is a waste of time.
(c) The music will be remembered long after the politics of the time is forgotten.
(d) Rich people are mediocre.

4. How does Mozart react when the Major-Domo enters?
(a) He is happy.
(b) He is annoyed.
(c) He is excited and full of anticipation.
(d) He is embarrassed.

5. What does Mozart intend to do in Vienna?
(a) Apply for Salieri's job.
(b) Give concerts.
(c) Kiss the Emperor's hand.
(d) Hide from his father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is named as an old pupil of Salieri's?

2. What is Baron Van Swieten's nickname?

3. Where does Salieri say he was born?

4. How does Salieri reward his Venticelli?

5. What words are whispered at the beginning of the play?

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