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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 40-52.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Devadatta invite The Bhagavata to in order to celebrate his son’s birth?
(a) A baptism.
(b) A baby shower.
(c) A feast.
(d) A dance.

2. Where does Devadatta first sit when Kapila joins him to hear about his new love?
(a) He sits on the table.
(b) He stands before him.
(c) Beside Kapila on the floor.
(d) He remains in the chair.

3. Why does Padmini tell Devadatta he should avoid showing off his new physical prowess too much?
(a) Other women may fall in love with him.
(b) People might suspect something.
(c) People might ask him for help too often.
(d) He will neglect his studies.

4. Why does Devadatta wonder if Kapila is the right person to help him find his love after Kapila has already gone?
(a) He thinks he might get lost.
(b) He worries he will steal her away.
(c) He thinks he may be too rough for the job.
(d) He think he might not be smart enough.

5. What reason does Devadatta give Padmini for his concern over their trip to Ujjain?
(a) He worries she should not travel while pregnant.
(b) He worries they will spend too much money.
(c) He tells her he worries she will run away with Kapila.
(d) He worries he will not have time to read and write.

Short Answer Questions

1. What strange thing does Padmini tell Kapila happened on her street the previous night?

2. What reason does Padmnini give to Devadatta for changing her mind about their trip to Ujjain?

3. To whom does Devadatta say he would sacrifice his two arms if he could marry his new love interest?

4. As Devadatta is explaining to Kapila why they are not going to Ujjain, what does Padmini come in saying that surprises them both?

5. What does Padmini whisper to Kapila for him to remember before she goes home with Devadatta?

(see the answer key)

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