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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act II: Pages 53-69.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many times does Kapila tell Devadatta he has seen him fall in love in the past two years?
(a) 4.
(b) 150.
(c) 15.
(d) 1.

3. What does Devadatta say he will do when Kapila suggests they go see the temples before going to Ujjain?
(a) He says he will go with Kapila only.
(b) He says he will go with Padmini only.
(c) He says he will lead the way.
(d) He says he will stay and watch the cart.

4. What does Kapila first suggest they do when he and Devadatta agree they both really love Padmini?
(a) He suggests they find a woman they both do not love.
(b) All live together.
(c) He suggests he marry Padmini since Devadatta already had his chance.
(d) Take turns living together.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Devadatta sit when he enters the stage for the first time?

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

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

4. Who greets Kapila when he enters the stage after Padmini and the child leave for the fair in Act II?

5. Who sits at the table with the musicians stage right at the start of Hayavadana?

(see the answer key)

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