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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter XV, Concerts in Wartime.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the family makes plans to move into their Vermont home, what do the boys, Werner and Rupert, announce?
(a) They've been drafted.
(b) They've decided to quit show business.
(c) They're making plans for a double wedding.
(d) They've been accepted to college.

2. As Maria adjusts to life at the villa, what becomes her morning routine?
(a) She sits in the garden for prayer and meditation, and then has a simple breakfast by herself before starting a full day of teaching the children.
(b) She teaches the older children Biblical lessons and religious songs before sending them off to school and spending an hour in prayer and meditation.
(c) She washes clothes before breakfast, then wakes the children and prepares a large breakfast for the family.
(d) She wakes the children up, serves them breakfast, and sends the older ones to school before teaching the younger ones who stay home.

3. When the mother of a famous harpsichordist tells the von Trapps they need publicity, what does the family do?
(a) Creates and posts signs throughout town.
(b) Sends photos of themselves to local papers.
(c) Hands out business cards at the subway station.
(d) Spends $700 for publicity.

4. Once, when a bus departure in Kansas is discontinued, the von Trapps reach their next performance by being driven in a:
(a) Fire truck.
(b) Delivery van.
(c) Hearse.
(d) Police car.

5. Why is the photo the von Trapps show friends of their recently purchased home in Vermont not impressive?
(a) It shows the worst side of the house.
(b) It came out blurry.
(c) It was taken in a hurry.
(d) It doesn't capture the beautiful view.

Short Answer Questions

1. After leaving the U.S. when their visas are not extended, where do the von Trapps tour next?

2. When the von Trapps say goodbye to the Drinkers, what does Maria note about the couple?

3. At the launch of their third American tour, what advice does the family receive from their manager?

4. With Maria as their new mother, what do the von Trapp children learn every night?

5. What does Maria say she becomes addicted to?

(see the answer key)

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