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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what instrument does Mozart play Salieri's march?
(a) A harpsichord.
(b) A pianoforte.
(c) A fortepiano.
(d) A dulcimer.

2. What does Salieri view as the secret of successful living?
(a) Always knowing how to get the best value at the markets.
(b) Always knowing what your publisher is doing behind your back.
(c) Always knowing what your wife is doing behind your back.
(d) Always knowing what is going on behind your back.

3. What causes Salieri physical pain as he listens to the piece?
(a) Its intense beauty.
(b) Its frequent strange modulations.
(c) The number of notes--there are too many to follow.
(d) Its discord and atonality.

4. What does Salieri say is the title of his last work?
(a) Orlando Furioso.
(b) The Death of the Bird.
(c) The Death of Mediocrity.
(d) The Death of Mozart.

5. Which is Salieri's favorite sweet indulgence?
(a) Gelato.
(b) Crema al mascarpone.
(c) Tiramisu.
(d) Tutti frutti.

Short Answer Questions

1. What family dynasty rules in Vienna?

2. What people are the chorus members meant to represent?

3. Where has Mozart been living prior to his arrival in Vienna?

4. What intensely special quality does Salieri believe Mozart's music possesses?

5. Who presently holds the position Salieri covets?

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