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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What country is Onassis from?
(a) Greece.
(b) Italy.
(c) England.
(d) America.

2. What nickname does Onassis have for Maria?
(a) Sweetheart.
(b) My love.
(c) Canary.
(d) Cupcake.

3. What does Maria say about discipline and courage in Act I?
(a) She doesn't need them.
(b) They are the foundation of a proper operatic career.
(c) They are over-rated.
(d) She lacks both.

4. What does Maria request during Act I from the stage hand?
(a) Water, cushion, footstool.
(b) Bagel and cream cheese.
(c) Nail filer.
(d) Slippers.

5. What is the relationship between Maria and Aristotle Onassis?
(a) Lovers.
(b) Pen pals.
(c) Business associates.
(d) Cousins.

6. Who can only sing one note before being interrupted by Maria in Act I?
(a) Manny.
(b) Sophie.
(c) Maria.
(d) Melissa.

7. What is Maria Callas' passion?
(a) Music.
(b) Greek food.
(c) Books.
(d) Travel.

8. Who does Sophie admire?
(a) Manny.
(b) Maria.
(c) Stage hand.
(d) Onassis.

9. When does Manny appear on stage in Act I?
(a) After Sophie.
(b) After Maria.
(c) Last.
(d) First.

10. Who says "know your limitations" in Act I?
(a) Onassis.
(b) Manny.
(c) Maria.
(d) Sophie.

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

12. What does Onassis give to Maria?
(a) Poverty.
(b) Money.
(c) Musical stardom.
(d) Tips on travel.

13. Who does Manny acknowledge in the audience?
(a) Parents.
(b) Critics and reviewers.
(c) Sister.
(d) Friends.

14. Who could not afford to buy oranges during the war?
(a) Sophie.
(b) Anthony.
(c) Stage hand.
(d) Maria.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act I, what does Maria say Onassis wants her to do?

2. In Act I, who does Maria remember performing for at La Scala?

3. How many students perform for Maria in Act I?

4. What is Manny's job?

5. Which prop does Maria complain is missing when Sophie comes on stage?

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