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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Maria tell the audience about Sophie?
(a) That she has good musical range.
(b) That she does not have style.
(c) That she will be a great performer.
(d) That she likes her appearance.

2. Who is Sharon Graham?
(a) Manny's sister.
(b) Friend of Maria's.
(c) Student.
(d) Audience member.

3. What is Maria's response when Tony reveals his ambitions?
(a) She asks him more questions.
(b) She shrugs.
(c) To ask for a glass of water.
(d) She applauds him.

4. What is the weather in Scene Two of Lady Macbeth's entrance scene?
(a) A violent storm is raging.
(b) Snowing.
(c) Hot.
(d) Sunny.

5. What does Maria tell Sharon to do before she's even sung a note?
(a) Comb her hair.
(b) Wear different shoes.
(c) Play the piano.
(d) Re-enter the stage as Lady McBeth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Maria Callas teach?

2. What is Onassis' business?

3. Where does the setting take place for Scene Two of Lady Macbeth's entrance scene?

4. How does Maria describe herself physically as a young student?

5. What happens to Maria's voice when she sings Sharon's Lady Macbeth aria?

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