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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, what does Maria say Onassis wants her to do?
(a) Learn to act.
(b) Stop performing and have his baby.
(c) Become a famous cellist.
(d) Sing more often.

2. What did Maria's singing teacher encourage in her?
(a) Long breaks from classes.
(b) Stage presence.
(c) Laziness.
(d) Naps.

3. What is the name of Maria's singing teacher?
(a) Samuel Adagio.
(b) Elvira de Hidalgo.
(c) Tommy Tunes.
(d) Hector Lumina.

4. What does Maria say to Sophie before she leaves the stage in Act I?
(a) See you tomorrow.
(b) Good-bye forever.
(c) Much better.
(d) Excuse me, I'm ill.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is happening with the lights at the beginning of Act I?

2. Who does Sophie admire?

3. What does Onassis give to Maria?

4. Maria tells the audience it's not a performance but a:

5. What is La Scala?

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