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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who could not afford to buy oranges during the war?

2. Who is Sophie de Palma?

3. When does Manny appear on stage in Act I?

4. What does Onassis give to Maria?

5. Who can only sing one note before being interrupted by Maria in Act I?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Maria think it's funny that Aristotle Onassis did not like opera?

2. Describe Lady Macbeth and the stage direction for Verdi's Letter Scene.

3. When Maria's aria ends, what is the back stage lit up as and what does Maria remember?

4. Describe Maria's criticism of Sharon's clothing choice.

5. How does Maria feel about leaving Battista?

6. How does Maria express her sadness at losing her child?

7. Does Maria have misgivings about teaching the master class?

8. What does Maria tell Sharon about applause toward the end of Act II?

9. What happens when Maria leaves the stage to show Sharon how to make an entrance?

10. What does Maria do when Sophie cannot translate the Italian verse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Tony and Sharon's musical performances. Which seems better and why?

Essay Topic 2

In Act II, Maria says, "There is only discipline, technique and Mut." Discuss the examples that Maria gives from her own past that show her implementing these three things in her singing career.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Maria's relationship with Aristotle Onassis. Does Maria seem to be controlled by him? What is the decision that she makes because of Onassis' preferences?

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