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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the purpose of the Prologue in The House of Blue Leaves?
(a) Background noise as the audience finds their seats.
(b) Foreshadows the play's action.
(c) To discuss the outline of the play.
(d) To quiet the audience.

2. What could the Pope be a symbol of for Artie and the rest of the characters as the play progresses?
(a) Faith.
(b) Love.
(c) Hope.
(d) Comfort.

3. Ronnie's appearance at the end of Act I, Part II is an example of what?
(a) Theme.
(b) Climactic action.
(c) Comedic relief.
(d) Foreshadowing.

4. What do Artie and Bunny argue over when she brings up their friend Billy in California?
(a) Where Bananas will go.
(b) Who is closer to Billy.
(c) If they should stay with Billy or in a hotel.
(d) Who will pay for the tickets.

5. Who could Bananas' dream be a foreshadowing of?
(a) Ronnie.
(b) Religion.
(c) Artie.
(d) Bunny.

Short Answer Questions

1. What characteristic does Ronnie reveal about himself through his speech in Act I, Scene I, Part I?

2. What does Bunny think has paid off with Corrinna's visit?

3. What is Artie looking for when he runs back into the apartment at the beginning of Act II, Scene I, Part II?

4. What does Artie tell Bananas that he and Bunny are going to do?

5. When is the title of the play mentioned during Act I, Part II?

(see the answer key)

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