(Captain blows his whistle. After slamming of doors, the children appear on the terrace in a line, and then walk down one by one.) C: Now, this is your new governess, Fraulein Maria. As I sound your signals, you will step forward and give your name. You, Fraulein, will listen carefully. Learn their signal so you can call them when you want them. Liesl: Liesl. Frederick: Frederick. Louisa: Louisa. Kurt: Kurt. Bargitta: Bargitta. Marta: Marta. (The youngest girl steps forward.) C: And Gretl. Now, let's see how well you listened.