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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I: Pages 9-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Old Man tells the Student that after the performance, he must make his way to what location?
(a) The opera house.
(b) The Hyacinth Room.
(c) The consulate.
(d) The Round Room.

2. What aspect of the Student's persona causes the Old Man to ask if the young man knows a Mr. Arkenholtz?
(a) His speech.
(b) His sense of humor.
(c) His expression.
(d) His vulnerability.

3. The Old Man announces in Act I that he thinks what kind of weather is imminent?
(a) Hail.
(b) Wind.
(c) Rain.
(d) Snow.

4. As the curtain rises on Act I, what sound can be heard?
(a) Children laughing.
(b) Church bells ringing.
(c) Women wailing.
(d) Birds singing.

5. What incentive does Johansson name as the one that drives the Old Man?
(a) Power.
(b) Money.
(c) Chaos.
(d) Fun.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is the Lady in Black, according to the Old Man?

2. What physical aid does the Old Man use to help him get around?

3. To which literary character does Johansson allude when he tells the Student about the Old Man's past romantic life?

4. What distinctive outfit is the Girl wearing when she is first seen by the audience?

5. The Milkmaid carries the milk in baskets made of what material?

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