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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bunny stuff into her boots in order to keep her feet warm?
(a) Wool.
(b) Steamed towels.
(c) Cashmere.
(d) Newspaper.

2. Why won't Bunny agree to the condition that Artie proposes if she wants him to accompany her to see the Pope?
(a) It makes her uncomfortable.
(b) It is morally wrong.
(c) It is like losing her virginity.
(d) It is too costly.

3. What does Bananas' dream represent about reality and delusion?
(a) The result of the line being blurred.
(b) The consequence of domestic abuse.
(c) One is distinct from the other.
(d) They are the same.

4. What is the reason Bananas gives for not being able to see the Pope?
(a) The devil follows her around.
(b) Her nails are different lengths.
(c) She and the Pope had an affair.
(d) She thinks religion is a hoax.

5. What is the symbolic colorization introduced in the Prologue of the play a result of?
(a) Losing grip on reality.
(b) Committing a crime.
(c) Lack of love.
(d) Becoming depressed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the character on stage at the beginning of the play shout offstage for?

2. Why does the character on stage request something from offstage at the beginning of the play?

3. What is the purpose of the Prologue in The House of Blue Leaves?

4. Who does Artie address while he is talking about the Pope?

5. Who is the author of The House of Blue Leaves?

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