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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. What is Kapila wearing on his face when he first enters the stage?
(a) A mask of Ganesh.
(b) A helmet.
(c) A horse head.
(d) A dark mask.

2. What does Devadatta wonder if his new love will become his “disciple” (15) in?
(a) Poetry.
(b) Religion.
(c) Life.
(d) Love.

3. What did Nata stop to do while on his way to the performance despite being late?
(a) Get dinner.
(b) Urinate.
(c) Buy a book.
(d) Buy a new dhoti.

4. Who does the King decide Hayavadan’s mother will marry according to his story in Act I?
(a) The Prince of Dharampura.
(b) The Prince of Ganesha.
(c) The Prince of Araby.
(d) The Prince of Vighneshwara.

5. What event does Kapila ask Devadatta why he did not attend the night before?
(a) A wrestling match.
(b) A concert.
(c) A poetry reading.
(d) A dance performance.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city does the Bhagavata begin his story?

2. What was the girl bathed in in the song the Bhagavata sings to introduce the story of Devadatta and Kapila?

3. What does the Bhagavata tell the audience about Padmini’s father?

4. Where does Devadatta say he must “stand and do penance” (14)?

5. Who enters second after the Bhagavata completes his song which introduces the story?

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