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1. How does Emperor Francis react to the news his wife is in labor?

Emperor Francis hears the news that his wife is in labor while is singing in chapel. His first thought is his son and he returns to the palace to ensure Joseph won't hear any ungainly sounds.

2. How do Maria Theresa and Francis of Lorraine dress their children?

Maria and Francis like to dress their children like little adults. They dress the boys in velvet coats, breaches and white stocking up to their knees. In contrast the girls wear square necked silk gowns.

3. What does Maria Theresa want the servants to discuss with their children?

Maria insists the servants refrain from telling her children horror stories. Instead she wants, where ever possible for them to never hold back from talking about illness and death. She wants to prepare her children for the harsh realities of life.

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