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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 27-39.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What mask is placed on the chair in the opening scene of Act I in Hayavadana?
(a) The Bhagavata.
(b) Dharmapura.
(c) Ganesha.
(d) Hayavadana.

3. After being brought back to life, what does Kapila say Padmini must do, which ends their jovial walk home?
(a) She must come home with him because she is his wife.
(b) She must live with both of them.
(c) She must give her child to him once he is born.
(d) She must find someone to trade bodies with.

4. What reason does Devadatta give Padmini for his concern over their trip to Ujjain?
(a) He worries they will spend too much money.
(b) He worries she should not travel while pregnant.
(c) He tells her he worries she will run away with Kapila.
(d) He worries he will not have time to read and write.

5. Who answers the door when Kapila knocks at the house on Pavana Veethi street?
(a) Devadatta.
(b) Pavana.
(c) Padmini.
(d) Hayavadana.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hayavadana say to Nata and the Bhagavata’s first suggestions regarding where to go to rid himself of his head?

2. Where does Kapila sit when Devadatta calls him back so he can tell him about the woman he now loves?

3. To whom does Devadatta say he would sacrifice his head if he could marry his new love interest?

4. Which Prince’s arrival causes Hayavadan’s mother to faint?

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

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