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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act I, Maria complains that the theater is too:
(a) Loud.
(b) Cold.
(c) Muffled.
(d) Hot.

2. What does Maria say about singing at the beginning of Act I?
(a) She was never disciplined about her studies.
(b) It is not enough for a life.
(c) It is serious business.
(d) She's scared of it.

3. What is La Scala?
(a) Famous restaurant.
(b) Italian clothing designer.
(c) Italian footwear.
(d) Milan opera house.

4. Who is dressed in a custom pantsuit and expensive accessories?
(a) Stage hand.
(b) Maria.
(c) Manny.
(d) Sophie.

5. What didn't Maria have as she walked back and forth to the conservatory during World War II?
(a) A good attitude.
(b) Focus.
(c) Proper shoes.
(d) Determination.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Maria's singing teacher encourage in her?

2. What does Maria tell the audience about Sophie?

3. Who can only sing one note before being interrupted by Maria in Act I?

4. What does Maria tell the audience they should not do during Act I?

5. What is Sophie lacking when Maria asks her to take notes on the scene?

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