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

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

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

4. 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 arms.
(c) He cuts off his head.
(d) He cuts off his feet.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which part of Devadatta does Kapila argue Padmini wants?

2. How do Devadatta and Kapila react when they are brought back to life and learn of the mistake Padmini made?

3. What does the Bhagavata tell Hayavadana the goddess he suggests he see is famous for?

4. What does Devadatta tell Kapila he wishes his new love would agree to be?

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

(see the answer key)

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