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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. When Kapila and Padmini return from the temples, what sign does Kapila notice that tells him the direction Devadatta has gone?
(a) Devadatta left flower petals along his path.
(b) Devadatta’s footprints.
(c) Devadatta took the cart and it left wheel tracks.
(d) The oxen from the cart hoof prints.

2. What does Kapila say to Devadatta before cutting off his own head?
(a) He says he cannot live without him.
(b) He says he does not want to have to marry Padmini.
(c) He says he will see him soon.
(d) He says he cannot be father to Devadatta’s child.

3. What happens between Devadatta and Padmini soon after Kapila visits her?
(a) They run away together.
(b) They go on a date.
(c) Devadatta loses interest in her.
(d) They get married.

4. What does Devadatta purchase for their coming baby at the Ujjain fair?
(a) Dolls.
(b) A rattle.
(c) A teddy bear.
(d) A blanket.

5. Where does Devadatta say he must “stand and do penance” (14)?
(a) Pavana Veethi.
(b) Pavana Vishti.
(c) Pavana Rudra.
(d) Pavana Kali.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Devadatta tell Kapila he wishes his new love would agree to be?

2. What question does Devadatta pose at the end of Act I?

3. What do Devadatta and Padmini decide to do regarding their trip to Ujjain before Kapila shows up at their house?

4. After seeking answers to their problem, who is decided to be Padmini’s husband?

5. What mistake does Padmini make just before Kali brings the men back to life?

(see the answer key)

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