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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. What happens at the von Trapps' first singing concert?
(a) They come in third.
(b) They meet the Pope.
(c) They win.
(d) Maria trips on stage.

2. When Maria returns to Salzburg after her kidney stone surgery, what does the family receive?
(a) A special delivery of chocolate truffles.
(b) An angry letter from a neighbor.
(c) A long distance phone call.
(d) A surprise visitor.

3. What does Georg give Maria to accompany her when she's recovering from kidney stone surgery?
(a) A kitten and a puppy.
(b) Three chicks and a turtle.
(c) A turtle and a kitten.
(d) A puppy and three chicks.

4. When Maria meets the Captain, who is he about to become engaged to?
(a) Yolanda Ives.
(b) Claire Franz.
(c) Princess Yvonne.
(d) Baroness Matilde.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the von Trapp children's Uncle Peter?

2. Why does the Captain tell the Princess he cannot marry her?

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

4. While Georg paces worriedly over losing his fortune in Austria, Maria says she is:

5. After the Salzburg music festivals are over, the children notice that Maria is no longer joining them in volleyball. What reason does she give for not participating in their games?

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