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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What activity occupies King Ferdinand?
(a) Needlepoint.
(b) Knitting.
(c) Crocheting.
(d) Embroidery.

2. Why did King Ferdinand learn needlework?
(a) To calm his nerves.
(b) To impress his subjects.
(c) To sharpen his senses.
(d) To express his creativity.

3. What artifacts does King Ferdinand keep beside him?
(a) A sewing basket, a rod, and an apple.
(b) A pistol, a sewing basket, and an apple.
(c) A sceptre, a rod, and a sewing basket.
(d) A sewing basket, a spyglass, and a pistol.

4. Why is Goya depressed by Gumersinda's visit?
(a) She didn't bring his grandchildren.
(b) She didn't bring her husband.
(c) She didn't bring a gift.
(d) She can't stay long.

5. For whom has King Ferdinand declared the death penalty?
(a) Masons and Jews.
(b) Masons and comuneros.
(c) Catholics and Masons.
(d) Jews and Catholics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Dr. Arrieta want to protect Goya from information about King Ferdinand's decrees?

2. What sound annoys Goya as he tries to paint?

3. For what was Riego executed?

4. How many of Goya's "black paintings" are seen during this play?

5. What is a Comunero?

(see the answer key)

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