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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gerardo imply that Roberto has done?
(a) Raped women tied to a cot.
(b) Performed human euthanesia.
(c) Assassinated the chief of police.
(d) Gotten himself into this predicament by his actions.

2. Why were Gerardo and Paulina frightened by a visitor in the middle of the night?
(a) They are afraid Paulina's mother is hurt.
(b) They think Gerardo's sister is in the hospital.
(c) It used to mean they might be arrested.
(d) Paulina's father died when he answered the door at night.

3. What does she talk about doing to Roberto?
(a) Dumping him in a bathtub full of scalding water.
(b) Raping him.
(c) Blinding him.
(d) Making him a eunuch.

4. Why is the stage lighting the way it was?
(a) A cloud has passed over the moon.
(b) There is no light because the audience is not supposed to see the characters in this scene.
(c) It's a bright, sunny day.
(d) It takes place at a disco.

5. What does Gerardo call their argument?
(a) They are not arguing.
(b) Verbal abuse.
(c) An absurd discussion.
(d) A prelude to love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Paulina mention that upsets Roberto?

2. What is hidden in the drawer?

3. What does Roberto have in the trunk of his car?

4. Who does Paulina blame for her not finishing school?

5. Why does Gerardo think he'll have to resign?

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