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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. What specific talent does Maria claim Mr. Schang has?
(a) He knows how to say the right thing at the right time to charm people.
(b) He is good at pairing up the von Trapps with other talent for a spectacular show.
(c) He pinpoints exactly what's missing from their program and explains it clearly.
(d) He knows how to provide exceptional publicity to bring in large audiences.

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

3. At first, how does Georg feel about his children and wife performing on stage?
(a) He is excited for them.
(b) He feels they should get paid.
(c) He doesn't know what to think.
(d) He thinks it's demeaning.

4. Maria's second baby is named:
(a) Barbara.
(b) Stefonie.
(c) Evie.
(d) Eleonore.

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 Mr. Schang agrees to manage the family, he has their name changed from Trapp Family Choir to what?

2. After the Nazis start taking control of Austria under the pretense of being liberators, Maria:

3. What happens to concerts in Europe when war breaks out?

4. The clothes that Mrs. Drinker convinces Maria to buy for baby Johannes end up being:

5. Where does the family sing in the mornings at their villa?

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