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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When first visiting Vermont, what does the family like about the state?
(a) Its unique state government.
(b) The hard-working people and the thriving maple syrup industry.
(c) The huge number of Austrians they find in Vermont.
(d) Its natural beauty, including swimming holes, woods, and pastures.

2. After Mr. Schang agrees to manage the family, he has their name changed from Trapp Family Choir to what?
(a) The Trapp Austrian Singers.
(b) The Trapp Family Singers.
(c) The Trapp Family Sensation.
(d) The Trapp Austrian Sensation.

3. Maria explains that in Europe, if one is washing dishes when a guest arrives unexpectedly, one:
(a) Finishes the dishes while chatting with the guest.
(b) Asks the guest to help.
(c) Asks the guest to come back later.
(d) Tries to hide the fact that he or she was doing dishes.

4. What does Maria conclude is the key to true happiness?
(a) Endurance.
(b) Love.
(c) Family.
(d) Music.

5. When the von Trapps are down to their last fifty dollars, what do they do to raise money?
(a) Hold a bake sale.
(b) Hold a garage sale.
(c) Hold a craft exhibit and sale.
(d) Sell their antique jewelry.

6. Wagner originally plans forty concerts for the family, but because of the war, he can book only how many?
(a) Twenty-four.
(b) Thirty-one.
(c) Eleven.
(d) Eighteen.

7. When the family explores Vermont with real estate agents, what problem do they run into?
(a) Much of the landscape is not as attractive as they initially thought.
(b) The properties they can afford are too rundown.
(c) Maria becomes sick with the flu.
(d) The youngest von Trapps become homesick for the city.

8. Once the von Trapp family is released from Ellis Island, they resume giving concerts. What does Maria note about attendance?
(a) Seats are full because the family received great publicity.
(b) Seats are full because audiences are looking for light entertainment.
(c) Seats are empty because people are out enjoying autumn.
(d) Seats are empty because nobody can afford to attend.

9. What is the purpose of the organization the Trapps form in 1947?
(a) Bringing Austrian refugees to the United States.
(b) Helping the poor and displaced of all nationalities.
(c) Lobbying for Austria's freedom.
(d) Creating pen pal relationships between the U.S. and Austria.

10. Even though the von Trapps' Austrian house is returned to them after the war, why can't they live there?
(a) Another family claimed it.
(b) It had been used by the Nazis for awful purposes.
(c) They are forbidden from stepping foot in Austria.
(d) Most of it was burned down.

11. When the Trapps are asked what they think of popular music, what does Father Wasner reply?
(a) Popular music comes and goes.
(b) Popular music is in poor taste.
(c) Real popular music is music that lasts.
(d) Only classical music is worth learning.

12. After their first performance of their third American tour, what does the manager tell the von Trapps?
(a) They're doing a fantastic job.
(b) They need more cheerful songs.
(c) They need to project more be heard well in the back.
(d) They are lacking something.

13. During a performance, the von Trapp family discovers what's been missing from their performances. What is this missing ingredient?
(a) More time onstage for the youngest singers of the family.
(b) An intermission.
(c) A larger role for Georg to play in each performance.
(d) A warm, humorous rapport with their audiences.

14. What does Maria say about traveling to concerts with children?
(a) It's fun to be with family.
(b) It's hectic.
(c) It's rewarding.
(d) It works out better if you bring a nanny.

15. When the family entertains troops at a former Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp turned Army camp, what do Georg and Maria realize?
(a) They much prefer singing outdoors than in stuffy theaters.
(b) Army soldiers are very appreciative of their musical abilities.
(c) Soon it will be time to retire from show business.
(d) The area is enchanting, and they could be happy living there.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Wagner refuse to renew the von Trapps' contract?

2. When the war ends in 1945 and the von Trapp boys return home, what does the music camp do?

3. When the family moves into their Vermont home, what do they have to do?

4. Maria says that after short weeks of practice:

5. How does a neighbor, Betty, correct Maria's English?

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