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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I: Pages 11-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the Bhagavata suggest Hayavadana go to help with his problem?
(a) Vighenshwara.
(b) Kapila.
(c) Dharmapura.
(d) Banaras.

2. Why does Kapila find Devadatta’s lack of confidence unbelievable when it comes to his chances with his new love?
(a) Because Devadatta is so intelligent and handsome.
(b) Because Devadatta is typically arrogant.
(c) Because Devadatta’s family is so wealthy.
(d) Because Devadatta is typically stoic about these matters.

3. What strange thing does Padmini tell Kapila happened on her street the previous night?
(a) An unusual parade came through.
(b) Someone knocked on everyone’s door and ran off before they answered.
(c) A man stood outside her house for two hours.
(d) There was an earthquake.

4. Who was Hayavadana’s mother?
(a) The Princess of Karnataka.
(b) The Princess of Dharampura.
(c) The Princess of Ganesha.
(d) The Princess of Vighneshwara.

5. What does Kapila say he can do to help his friend find his love?
(a) He can find her house and find out who she is.
(b) He can ask some friends if they know her.
(c) He can call the authorities to track her down.
(d) He can write her a letter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is sent to accompany Hayavadana on his journey to the mountain to see the goddess?

2. What happens between Devadatta and Padmini soon after Kapila visits her?

3. What did Devadatta do to his love interest after he saw her for the first time?

4. Who enters first after the Bhagavata completes his song to introduce his story to the audience?

5. Why does Devadatta tell Kapila it does not matter if his love has a name?

(see the answer key)

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