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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bertozzo do once he recognizes the Maniac leaving the office in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Arrests him.
(b) Kisses him.
(c) Screams.
(d) Shoves him out.

2. What is unique about the actors with whom the Maniac performs?
(a) They are dogs.
(b) They are great tragedians.
(c) They don't know they're acting.
(d) They are comedians.

3. Who does the Maniac pretend to be while on the phone in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A nurse.
(b) Bertozzo's assistant.
(c) A judge.
(d) Bertozzo's wife.

4. Who says, "These characters have the power to save or destroy however and whenever they will: they toss out certain life sentences just the way someone might say, 'maybe it will rain tomorrow'?"
(a) The Commissioner.
(b) The Inspector.
(c) The Journalist.
(d) The Maniac.

5. What does the Maniac take from by the door as he exits the office in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A hat and coat.
(b) A ladies' dress.
(c) A wig and glasses.
(d) A cane and shawl.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what floor did the Anarchist jump?

2. Who calls on the phone when the Maniac is alone in the room in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. Who says, "I'll bet you're even saner than I am?"

4. What does the Maniac make sounds of in the background while on the phone?

5. What does the Maniac say prevents him from committing fraud on his business card?

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