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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is a party being held at Baroness Waldstadten's?
(a) To celebrate the Emperor's birthday.
(b) To celebrate Salieri's birthday.
(c) To celebrate New Year's Eve.
(d) To celebrate the Feast of the Assumption.

2. How does Mozart react when the Major-Domo enters?
(a) He is embarrassed.
(b) He is annoyed.
(c) He is excited and full of anticipation.
(d) He is happy.

3. How does Salieri describe 'Marten Aller Arten'?
(a) He describes it as having too many notes.
(b) He describes it as astoundingly beautiful.
(c) He describes it as the most banal aria he has ever heard.
(d) He describes it as the showiest aria he has ever heard.

4. How old was Mozart when the Emperor last met him?
(a) Eight.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Sixteen.
(d) Six.

5. What is holding up Wolfgang's and Constanze's marriage?
(a) They are awaiting Leopold Mozart's permission.
(b) They are awaiting the Emperor's permission.
(c) They are still saving up for the reception.
(d) They are trying to find a good apartment to rent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who invites Salieri to join the Masons?

2. Which is Salieri's favorite sweet indulgence?

3. What causes Salieri physical pain as he listens to the piece?

4. Which famous composer calls Mozart's work 'unsurpassed'?

5. In which room at the Baroness's does Salieri first see Mozart?

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