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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 53-69.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what mountain is the goddess the Bhagavata urges Hayavadana go see for help with his head?
(a) Kali.
(b) Karnataka.
(c) Dharampura.
(d) Chitkaroot.

2. Which part of Devadatta does Kapila argue Padmini wants?
(a) He sense of humor.
(b) His brazenness.
(c) His clever head.
(d) His strong arms.

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

4. What does Devadatta first suggest Kapila do because his is annoying him in Act I?
(a) Go away and leave him alone.
(b) Stop talking so much.
(c) Sit down and listen.
(d) Get a girlfriend of his own.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Bhagavata ask Hayavadana when he realizes his head is actually real?

2. After Padmini exits with her child to go to the fair, how does Kapila look when he enters?

3. What does the female chorus sing about after the Bhagavata introduces the story?

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

5. Where does Nata suggest Hayavadana go to rid himself of his head?

(see the answer key)

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