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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 holding up Wolfgang's and Constanze's marriage?
(a) They are awaiting Leopold Mozart's permission.
(b) They are awaiting the Emperor's permission.
(c) They are trying to find a good apartment to rent.
(d) They are still saving up for the reception.

2. In the context of the play, how long has it been since Mozart's death?
(a) Thirty-four years.
(b) Fifty-three years.
(c) Thirty years.
(d) Thirty-two years.

3. What people are the chorus members meant to represent?
(a) Nineteenth century citizens of Verona.
(b) Eighteenth century citizens of Vienna.
(c) Salieri's cousins and nineteenth century neighbors.
(d) Nineteenth century citizens of Venezia.

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

5. Where is Salieri hidden?
(a) In a wing-backed chair.
(b) Behind an arras.
(c) Under a trestle table.
(d) Behind the door.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Mozart intend to do in Vienna?

3. Into which well-known piece does Mozart transform Salieri's march of welcome?

4. Why does Mozart dislike operas about lofty individuals and ancient heroes?

5. What does Constanze's return to Salieri show us?

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