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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter XI, Stowe in Vermont..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After marrying the Captain, what becomes part of Maria's family routine?
(a) Doing morning exercises in the parlor.
(b) Gathering around the fireplace after supper.
(c) Going to dances on Saturday evenings.
(d) Working in the family's nextdoor farm.

2. How does a neighbor, Betty, correct Maria's English?
(a) She tells Maria that using slang is vulgar.
(b) She explains that the "w" is not pronounced like a "v."
(c) She gives her a list of everything Maria is saying incorrectly.
(d) She cautions her to use the words "he, she, it" correctly.

3. After leaving the U.S. when their visas are not extended, where do the von Trapps tour next?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Stockholm.
(c) Warsaw.
(d) Copenhagen.

4. Why does Maria feel it's all right for the family to sing on radio?
(a) They can sing anonymously.
(b) It is an honor to sing on the same station that plays Bach and Mozart.
(c) She figures no harm can come if their music makes Austrians happy.
(d) Other local groups will be singing with them.

5. After the family performs the masterpiece by Palestrina, Maria says the few who attend are:
(a) Deeply moved.
(b) Clapping politely but without enthusiasm.
(c) Jumping with joy.
(d) Bored of falling asleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. What specific talent does Maria claim Mr. Schang has?

2. Maria gets permission from the Archbishop to do what at their villa?

3. As Maria adjusts to life at the villa, what becomes her morning routine?

4. Who is Harry Drinker?

5. What happens at the von Trapps' first singing concert?

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