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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What words are whispered at the beginning of the play?
(a) 'Mozart' and 'Beethoven.'
(b) 'Salieri' and 'assassin.'
(c) 'Salieri' and 'companion.'
(d) 'Celery' and 'assassin.'

3. In the staging of The Magic Flute described by Salieri, what does the sun represent?
(a) The Apprentice's Pillar.
(b) A god determined to judge.
(c) A symbol of life and love.
(d) A cleansing fire, but one bringing forgiveness.

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

5. 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 is going on behind your back.
(c) Always knowing what your publisher is doing behind your back.
(d) Always knowing what your wife is doing behind your back.

Short Answer Questions

1. About whom does the Emperor make the comment: 'I daresay he can't do much harm'?

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

3. How had Mozart disobeyed his father?

4. What solo instrument sounds a single note?

5. What troubles does Mozart tell Salieri he has?

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