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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene Three .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Winston react to John’s news in Scene Two?
(a) He sobs uncontrollably/
(b) He is ecstatic.
(c) He refuses to speak to John.
(d) He becomes angry.

2. Who is Winston dressing up as at the start of Scene Two?
(a) Polynices.
(b) Eteocles.
(c) Hodoshe.
(d) Antigone.

3. In what part of the prison does The Island begin?
(a) The bathroom.
(b) The Captain’s office.
(c) The cafeteria.
(d) A cell.

4. What does John tell Winston upon his return from seeing Hodoshe?
(a) That his sentence has been reduced.
(b) That his wife has died.
(c) That he is leaving tonight.
(d) That his sentenced has been extended.

5. What did the Black prisoners yell to them when their van stopped at a gas station on the way to Robben Island?
(a) Have courage.
(b) Work hard.
(c) Best of luck.
(d) Run away.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long ago did John and Winston meet?

2. How does Winston feel when Hodoshe calls for John in Scene Two?

3. What reason does John give for Winston being unable to perform as King Creon?

4. How does Winston alert the prisoners of John’s upcoming release?

5. Who is NOT one of the listed authors of The Island?

(see the answer key)

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