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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act I, Scene 3, what are the names of the characters who speak?
(a) Goneril and Oswald.
(b) Goneril, Oswald, and King Lear.
(c) King Lear and Goneril.
(d) King Lear and Oswald.

2. To aide in his disguise, what does Edgar cover his face with?
(a) Mud.
(b) Leaves.
(c) Sand.
(d) Dirt.

3. Where does Act 2, Scene 1 take place?
(a) Albany's castle.
(b) Lear's castle.
(c) Goneril's castle.
(d) Gloucester's castle.

4. What is the name of Edmund's legitimate brother?
(a) Edgar.
(b) Eric.
(c) Edward.
(d) Ethan.

5. How many daughters does King Lear have?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character does the line "when old fools are babes again" refer to?

2. Gloucester, when mentioning the effect of the stars and planets on relationships, says that these effects have caused King Lear to do what to Cordelia?

3. What are the rumors that Curan tells Edmund?

4. What does Edmund have that is supposedly from his brother?

5. Kent comes to King Lear in disguise and offers his services in what position?

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