Sound Of Music Quiz

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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who directed the Sound of Music?

    • A.

      Irwin Kostal

    • B.

      Robert Wise

    • C.

      Richard Rodgers

    • D.

      Ernest Lehman

    Correct Answer
    B. Robert Wise
    Explanation
    Robert Wise is the correct answer because he is the director of the film "The Sound of Music." Wise was a renowned American film director and producer, known for his work in various genres including musicals. He was responsible for bringing the beloved musical to the big screen in 1965, earning him an Academy Award for Best Director. Wise's direction played a crucial role in the success and enduring popularity of "The Sound of Music."

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  • 2. 

    The abbey where Maria is learning to become a nun is called Altenburg Abbey

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    It's Nonnberg Abbey

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  • 3. 

    God bless ________ !

    Correct Answer
    kurt
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "kurt" because the phrase "God bless [Blank]!" indicates that the speaker is asking for God's blessings upon someone. In this case, the person being referred to is "kurt".

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  • 4. 

    Why is Gretl always last?

    • A.

      Because she's always late

    • B.

      Because she can't run very fast

    • C.

      Because she's most important

    • D.

      Because Uncle Max doesn't like her

    Correct Answer
    C. Because she's most important
    Explanation
    This answer suggests that Gretl is always last because she is considered the most important. This implies that others may wait for her or prioritize her presence, causing her to be the last one to arrive.

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  • 5. 

    During the Summer House scene, where does Charmian Carr have a bandage?

    • A.

      Her arm

    • B.

      Her face

    • C.

      Her hand

    • D.

      Her leg

    Correct Answer
    D. Her leg
    Explanation
    In the Summer House scene, Charmian Carr has a bandage on her leg.

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  • 6. 

    When Maria sits on the pine cone at dinner (Captain Von Trapps loves her now!!!), how does she explain why she makes such a noise?

    • A.

      Rheumatism

    • B.

      Indigestion

    • C.

      She tripped

    • D.

      She wanted to frighten the children

    Correct Answer
    A. Rheumatism
    Explanation
    Maria explains that she made a noise because she has rheumatism, which could cause discomfort or pain when sitting on the pine cone.

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  • 7. 

    What does Marta want for her birthday?

    • A.

      A doll

    • B.

      A football

    • C.

      A book

    • D.

      A pink parasol

    Correct Answer
    D. A pink parasol
    Explanation
    Marta wants a pink parasol for her birthday.

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  • 8. 

    Friedrich von Trapp: I'm Friedrich. I'm fourteen. I'm impossible! Maria: [laughing] Really? Who told you that, Friedrich?

    • A.

      Fraulein Olga, seven governesses ago

    • B.

      Fraulein Helga, two governesses ago

    • C.

      Fraulein Bertha, five governesses ago

    • D.

      Fraulein Josephine, four governess ago

    Correct Answer
    D. Fraulein JosepHine, four governess ago
  • 9. 

    At the party, which dance does Maria try to teach Kurt?

    • A.

      The Waltz

    • B.

      The Schuhplattler

    • C.

      The Landler

    • D.

      The Polka

    Correct Answer
    C. The Landler
    Explanation
    Maria tries to teach Kurt the Landler at the party. This suggests that the Landler is a dance that Maria is familiar with and feels confident enough to teach to others.

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  • 10. 

    If the Nazis take over Austria, I have no doubt, Herr Zeller, that you will be the entire ________ section.

    Correct Answer
    trumpet
    Explanation
    In this context, the word "trumpet" is used metaphorically to refer to Herr Zeller's role or position. The phrase "the entire trumpet section" suggests that Herr Zeller would be the leader or the most prominent figure in a particular group or organization. The comparison to a musical section implies that Herr Zeller would have a significant influence or control over the actions and decisions of that group if the Nazis were to take over Austria.

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  • 11. 

    What about this one?

    • A.

      It was the only one that fit

    • B.

      It was my favourite

    • C.

      It's the onlyone I've got

    • D.

      The poor didn't want this one

    Correct Answer
    D. The poor didn't want this one
  • 12. 

    Seven???!!!

    • A.

      Don't you like children?

    • B.

      Seven months isn't that long

    • C.

      They're only small dogs

    • D.

      Pull yourself together Maria

    Correct Answer
    A. Don't you like children?
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the speaker's reaction of "Seven??!!!" implies that they are surprised or shocked by something. The other statements provided do not convey the same level of surprise or shock, so they do not fit as the correct answer. The statement "Don't you like children?" fits the context because it implies that the speaker is surprised that someone does not like children, which aligns with the reaction of "Seven??!!!".

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  • 13. 

    Louisa can do it with a whole ________ in her hand

    Correct Answer
    jar of spiders
    Explanation
    Louisa can do it with a whole jar of spiders in her hand suggests that Louisa is capable of doing something even with a challenging or uncomfortable situation. The phrase "jar of spiders" is used metaphorically to represent a difficult or unpleasant task or situation that Louisa can handle without hesitation or fear.

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  • 14. 

    Pick the right line

    • A.

      Those birds are native to Austria

    • B.

      Oh nothing, just some local urchins

    • C.

      Is that monks I can hear singing?

    • D.

      Stop the car!

    Correct Answer
    B. Oh nothing, just some local urchins
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Oh nothing, just some local urchins." This line suggests that the speaker is dismissing or downplaying the significance of something, possibly the presence of the birds or the monks singing. It implies that the speaker is not concerned or interested in what is happening and views it as unimportant or inconsequential.

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