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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. 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.

2. How does Kapila act when he first sees the woman Devadatta has fallen in love with?
(a) He quickly tells her about Devadatta.
(b) He runs away afraid.
(c) He is rude to her.
(d) He stares in awe of her beauty.

3. What does Kapila say to the audience after Devadatta offers to sacrifice his arms and head to the gods?
(a) He apologizes for the gruesome content of his friend’s speech.
(b) He says this must be serious, for Devadatta has not behaved this way before.
(c) He says his friend has gone mad.
(d) He apologizes for Devadatta’s insanity.

4. What is Hayavadana doing when his face is exposed in Act I?
(a) Singing.
(b) Laughing.
(c) Sleeping.
(d) Crying.

5. Where did Devadatta first see his new love interest?
(a) The park.
(b) The library.
(c) The theater.
(d) The market.

Short Answer Questions

1. As they prepare for their trip to Ujjain, what does Devadatta tell Padmini she will do as soon as Kapila arrives?

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

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

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

5. What does Padmini say about Kapila’s cart driving while they are on their way to Ujjain?

(see the answer key)

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