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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Roberto probably believe about the commission?
(a) That they are just for show.
(b) That they will be hard-core.
(c) That they will fail to carry out punishments.
(d) That they will be ineffective.

2. What could the lighting on the stage in this act mean?
(a) The fact that Paulina is trying to conserve electricity.
(b) The dark nature of the theme of the play.
(c) The humorous actions of the characters.
(d) The disco is trying to entertain the dancers.

3. What is Roberto's attitude about Gerardo's upcoming role on the commission?
(a) Skeptical.
(b) Angry.
(c) Respectful.
(d) Increduous.

4. What could the fact that Paulina uses her panties to gag Roberto instead of something else symbolize?
(a) Her practical nature in not wanting to dirty a clean towel.
(b) Her disgust for him.
(c) That she wants to have a sexual relationship with him.
(d) Her stupidity in not being able to think of a better way to gag him.

5. What is Paulina's general demeanor during this scene?
(a) Joyful.
(b) Timid.
(c) Depressed.
(d) Purposeful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Gerardo's car?

2. Gerardo wife replies to Gerardo's accusation by saying what?

3. How does Gerardo act when Paulina is explaining about the car jack?

4. What is Gerardo yelling through the bedroom door?

5. What does the character in #1's answer grab when hearing a car?

(see the answer key)

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