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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the symbolic colorization utilized in the Prologue supposed to be a result of for Artie?
(a) His longing for company.
(b) His deep depression.
(c) His delusions.
(d) His guilt over doing wrong.

2. What does the character on stage at the beginning of the play repeatedly try to get the audience to do?
(a) Pay attention.
(b) Sing along.
(c) Stand up.
(d) Clap their hands.

3. What kind of character is Artie?
(a) Antagonist.
(b) Filler.
(c) Protagonist.
(d) Comedic relief.

4. How does the symbolic color introduced in the Prologue represent the characters in the play?
(a) As being imprisoned.
(b) As being sad.
(c) As being angry.
(d) As being unstable.

5. What will be revealed about Artie over time as the play progresses?
(a) His passions.
(b) His fears.
(c) His dreams.
(d) His love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What thematic aspect of the play will Artie's characteristics effect as the piece progresses?

2. What does Artie do in the Prologue of The House of Blue Leaves that is a convention of plays first introduced here?

3. What aspect of the play will Artie's attempt to reach his goals affect?

4. What is the character doing at the opening of the play?

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

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