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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. How does Salieri describe Mozart at the end of this scene?
(a) As an obscene gypsy.
(b) As a heavenly presence.
(c) As a naive child.
(d) As an obscene child.

2. Which notable woman is the Emperor's sister?
(a) Marie Antionette.
(b) Marie Curie.
(c) Marie Ste Juste.
(d) Maria Theresa.

3. What does Salieri ask of the audience/'Ghosts of the future'?
(a) To recognise his music.
(b) To praise his music.
(c) To intercede for him with the saints.
(d) To be his confessors.

4. How does Salieri reward his Venticelli?
(a) He gives them money.
(b) He gets them jobs at the palace.
(c) He gives them cakes.
(d) He buys them dinner.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In what language does Salieri speak when he is excited, according to one of the Venticelli?

3. What animal is Mozart pretending to be?

4. What animal is Constanze imitating?

5. Who plays the 'march of welcome' for Mozart?

(see the answer key)

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