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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. What did Devadatta tell Padmini he did while at the Ujjain fair which surprised them both?
(a) Climbed a tree.
(b) Wrestled.
(c) Stole from a vendor.
(d) Saved a woman from getting mugged.

2. What does the Bhagavata order Hayavadana to do after he finds him behind the curtain?
(a) Remove his mask.
(b) Find a seat in the audience.
(c) Join the performance.
(d) Leave at once.

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

4. What is the name of the hero of the story introduced in Act I who is the son of Brahmin Vidyasagara?
(a) Nata.
(b) Ganesha.
(c) Devadatta.
(d) Kapila.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Devadatta react to Kapila when he comments that he must be thinking about a girl?

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

3. What does Devadatta first suggest Kapila do because his is annoying him in Act I?

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

5. Why does Padmini tell Devadatta he should avoid showing off his new physical prowess too much?

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