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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter VIII, The Miracle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is the von Trapps' sea voyage on their way to America after their escape from Austria?
(a) One month.
(b) Five days.
(c) Two and a half weeks.
(d) Eleven days.

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

3. What does the performer Lotte Lehmann encourage the von Trapps to do?
(a) Perform in a singing festival.
(b) Perform for a visiting dignitary.
(c) Sing at a benefit for orphans.
(d) Sing at her wedding reception.

4. Who spends a lot of time helping Maria take care of baby Johannes?
(a) Agathe.
(b) Martina.
(c) Johanna.
(d) Hedwig.

5. What uniquely American things is the family introduced to on the ship bound for the United States?
(a) Baseball and football.
(b) Popcorn, gum, and chocolate bars.
(c) Hot dogs and hamburgers.
(d) Slang, sodas, and coin denominations.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the summer music festivals in Salzburg, the von Trapp family:

2. Mr. Schang reconsiders and agrees to represent the von Trapp family on what condition?

3. When Maria asks Mr. Schang why he won't represent the family, what does he say?

4. What happens after the von Trapps' visitor visas expire?

5. When Georg buys twelve tickets for the Normandie, leaving on March 4th, where is the family going?

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