The Barber of Seville | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Act 1, Part 1

1. Where does this story take place?

Seville, Spain.

2. For whom does Count Almaviva wait?

Rosine.

3. Why is Count Almaviva disguised as a priest in a cloak and turned down hat?

He is afraid he will be recognized by either the woman's over-protective guardian or one of his friends from the royal court.

4. How does Count Almaviva feel about his situation?

Confused.

5. For what does the Count long?

To be loved for who he is, rather than for his position or his money.

6. What is Figaro carrying with him, when he arrives?

A guitar hung over his shoulder and a pencil and paper in his hand.

7. While Figaro is composing a song, through what does he go?

Several different sets of lyrics.

8. As Figaro finishes singing his new composition, what does he realize about the "priest?"