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

2. About what do Gerardo and Roberto joke?
(a) The reason for the formation of the commission.
(b) A show they both saw on Broadway.
(c) Never understanding women.
(d) Getting a flat tire with no jack available.

3. Who is on the terrace unbeknown to Gerardo and Roberto?
(a) The teenager next door.
(b) Paulina.
(c) No one.
(d) The cat.

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

5. What does Roberto say he hopes the commission will do?
(a) Shut the door on the divisions and hatreds of the past.
(b) Change their minds about offering amnesty.
(c) Fail to find anybody responsible.
(d) Punish only those in authority.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first person on the stage when the play opens?

2. What is heard from Roberto's room?

3. What does Roberto say is the real reason he stopped back at Gerardo's home?

4. Where is Paulina's mother going?

5. Who's is unconscious?

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