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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter XI, Never Again.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the von Trapp children's Uncle Peter?
(a) Maria's brother.
(b) Georg's childhood friend.
(c) Maria's uncle.
(d) Georg's distant cousin.

2. Father Wasner has vast knowledge of:
(a) Music theory and history.
(b) Ethics and morality.
(c) Overseas church missionary work.
(d) The rise of Christianity in Austria.

3. What does Maria think of the villa's garden?
(a) She feels it is too showy and pretentious.
(b) She is humbled by its simplicity and modest size, calling it a peaceful retreat.
(c) She's impressed by its size and beauty, calling it a paradise for children.
(d) She would like to see the groundskeeper do a better job with the roses.

4. With Maria as their new mother, what do the von Trapp children learn every night?
(a) A new recipe.
(b) Another prayer.
(c) An Austrian fairytale.
(d) A new song.

5. When Hedwig expresses great joy over her new ski pants, what does the Princess say?
(a) Skiing is too dangerous for girls.
(b) Decent girls don't wear pants.
(c) The pants are hideous.
(d) Ski pants make her look portly.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Georg loses his fortune in Austria, the family:

2. Who brings the presents at Christmas in Austria?

3. While Maria is recovering from kidney stone surgery, she mischievously tricks a nurse, Sister Agrosia, into believing what?

4. In addition to celebrating birthdays in their Austrian villa, what does the family celebrate?

5. Before Maria arrives to teach at the von Trapp Villa, how many other teachers and governesses have come and gone?

(see the answer key)

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