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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Pages 54-58.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act II, Estragon and Vladimir talk about the tree and the fact that it
(a) Was bare yesterday, but now has some leaves.
(b) Has been chopped down.
(c) Was bare yesterday, but now has some fruit.
(d) Had leaves yesterday, but now they are all gone.

2. While relaxing and smoking his pipe, Pozzo makes the philosophical observation that the second pipe
(a) Is better shared with someone.
(b) Is even better than the first.
(c) Is really bad for your health.
(d) Is sweet but not as sweet as the first.

3. Vladimir asks Estragon why he keeps coming back to spend time with Vladimir if he is not happy. Estragon tells him
(a) Because they are brothers.
(b) That he found Godot.
(c) He does not know why.
(d) He has nowhere else to go.

4. What does Estragon tell Vladimir happened to him during the night?
(a) He was beaten.
(b) He slept soundly and well.
(c) He watched the stars all night.
(d) He found some money and clothes.

5. At the beginning of Act II, Vladimir sings a song about a
(a) Cat.
(b) Bird.
(c) Mouse.
(d) Dog.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pozzo say is in his bag near the end of the play?

2. After eating and disposing of the chicken bones, Pozzo finally decides to relax and

3. Who does Vladimir suggest he and Estragon pretend to be or fun in Act II?

4. After he wakes up from his nightmare, Estragon gets irritated because Vladimir won't stop

5. According to Pozzo, Lucky calls the performance he gives at the end of Act I

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