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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When describing a man coming home dead, what item does the mother mention is placed across his breast?
(a) A branch of palm.
(b) A cross.
(c) A rose.
(d) A candle.

2. What does Leonardo's wife ask that he buy for their baby?
(a) A dress.
(b) A cap with ribbons.
(c) A cradle.
(d) Food.

3. Finish the line from the lullaby: "And in its eye a dagger of ___".
(a) Jewels.
(b) Silver.
(c) Gold.
(d) Diamonds.

4. How does Leonardo ask for his drink to be prepared?
(a) Cool.
(b) Hot.
(c) Icy cold.
(d) Lukewarm.

5. What item does not appear on the gift that the son buys for his bride?
(a) Swallow.
(b) Rose.
(c) Cross.
(d) Boat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the neighbor say the children are worn out from at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?

2. Who says, "She might be right. That girl has depths"?

3. Which weapon does the mother not mention in her rant?

4. What type of drink does Leonardo's wife offer him?

5. Where does Leonardo tell his mother-in-law his horse has been after she comments that it looks very tired?

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