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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 40-52.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. To whom does Devadatta say he would sacrifice his two arms if he could marry his new love interest?
(a) The Bhagavata.
(b) Lord Rudra.
(c) The Goddess Kali.
(d) Ganesha.

3. What does Devadatta do once he arrives at the temple, after apologizing to the goddess for forgetting the promise he made in exchange for Padmini’s love?
(a) He cuts out his heart.
(b) He cuts off his head.
(c) He cuts off his feet.
(d) He cuts off his arms.

4. What unusual physical trait is discovered when the veil is pulled from Hayavadana’s face?
(a) He has warts on his face.
(b) He has feathers.
(c) He has the head of a horse.
(d) He has a very long nose.

5. What is Kali in the midst of when she appears before Padmini in her temple?
(a) A great yawn.
(b) A book.
(c) A knitting project.
(d) Getting dressed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kapila ask Devadatta when he sees he is not listening to him in Act I?

2. What off-stage noise interrupts the Bhagavata’s story in Act I?

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

4. What strange thing does Padmini tell Kapila happened on her street the previous night?

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

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