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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what language does Salieri speak when he is excited, according to one of the Venticelli?
(a) Flemish.
(b) English.
(c) Italian
(d) German.

2. Where does Salieri finally meet Mozart?
(a) At the Imperial Palace.
(b) At Baroness Waldstadten's.
(c) At the Belvedere.
(d) At the Statsoper.

3. What is Baron Van Swieten's nickname?
(a) 'Wolferl.'
(b) 'Lord Van Fugue.'
(c) 'Lord Fugue.'
(d) 'Pianocello.'

4. What is Salieri's occupation at this time?
(a) Kappellmeister.
(b) Court Musician.
(c) Court Composer.
(d) Court Conductor.

5. What family dynasty rules in Vienna?
(a) The Hapsburgs.
(b) The Bonbons.
(c) The Bourbons.
(d) The Hollsteins.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Salieri find out that Mozart has arrived in Vienna?

2. What relationship to Salieri is Katharina Cavalieri?

3. What is ironic about court musicians and their employers?

4. Who was an influential teacher of Salieri?

5. What does Salieri view as the secret of successful living?

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