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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. Who is sent to accompany Hayavadana on his journey to the mountain to see the goddess?
(a) Nata.
(b) Bhagavata.
(c) Devadatta.
(d) Kapila.

2. What does Padmini do after Kapila tells her Devadatta is in love with her?
(a) She says she has no interest in love.
(b) She slams the door in his face.
(c) She runs off and calls to her mother.
(d) She hugs Kapila and tells him she loves him.

3. Who suggests that Nata must be drunk based on the story he tells in Act I?
(a) Hayavadana.
(b) The Bhagavata.
(c) Kapila.
(d) Devadatta.

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

5. Which of the heroes is lauded for his physical prowess?
(a) Kapila.
(b) Devadatta.
(c) Nata.
(d) The Bhagavata.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unusual physical trait is discovered when the veil is pulled from Hayavadana’s face?

2. Who is exposed behind the curtain when Nata runs back on stage yelling “It’s coming!” (2)?

3. What is the Prince riding when Hayavanda’s mother sees him?

4. What does the Bhagavata say Ganesha is lord and master of in Act I?

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

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